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5th annual FITT Achievement Award.This award honours a full-time studentenrolled in an international businessprogram at one of FITT’s recognizedEducational Partners.

The award recognizes a student whodemonstrates initiative in promotinginternational trade in their community,college or university through leadership,academic excellence or as an ambassa-dor for international trade professionalsor students.

The winner of this prestigious awardwill join FITT in Gatineau, QC on June 7th and 8th at FITT’s 14th

National Conference to be formallypresented the award at the FITTAwards Ceremony.

Nomination Deadline isFebruary28th, 2011 by 3:00pm EST

Winner to be announced onMarch 31st, 2011

EligibilityThis award is open to students or recentgraduates of a full-time international businessprogram at one of FITT’s recognized EducationalPartners. Students must have been enrolled orgraduated between January 1, 2010 andDecember 31, 2010. A list of the recognizedEducational Partners and eligible accreditedcourses and programs is available at:www.fitt.ca.

Winner SelectionNominations will be reviewed by a panel ofCertified International Trade Professionals(CITP). Submissions will be evaluated only onthe information requested on the nominationform and the 2 letters of reference. Additionalinformation will not be presented.

DeadlinesCompleted nomination forms must be submittedto FITT no later than 3:00pm EST February 28th,2011. Only applications that are complete, meetall requirements as outlined and are receivedby the deadline will be reviewed. The winnerwill be notified by March 31st, 2011.

PrizeWinners will receive transportation, from the nearest Canadian city, accommodation and full conference registration (which includes all sessions, conference meals and breaks) to attend FITT's 14th National Conference in Gatineau, QC on June 7th and 8th, 2011. The winner will be formally recognized and presented with the award at the FITT AwardsCeremony held on June 7th.

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Nomination Process1. Complete Nomination Form

a. Nominator must be/have been one of the nominees international business instructors;

b. Nominee and Nominator must sign the Nomination Form.

2. Respond to the Nomination Questionsa. Each answer should be typewritten, double

spaced;b. Answers to each question should not exceed

250 words.

3. Include 2 letters of referencea. Each letter should be typewritten, single-spaced;b. Letters should be no more than 1 page in length;c. References can not be family members or related

to you by blood lines or marriage;d. Reference checks may be carried out;e. Letter of Reference #1 – must be or have been

one of the nominees international business professors. This individual must be familiar with the nominees academic performance. The lettermust include statements that they have met or exceeded all academic and program expectationsto date;

f. Letter of Reference #2 – must be from an individualwho is familiar with your activities in promoting international business. The letter must include how the individual knows the nominee as well as describe the type of activities and the impactof the international business activities completedby the nominee.

4. Provide the following support documentation:a. Legible photocopy of your full-time student card;b. Confirmation letter from your institution indicating

that you were enrolled in a full-time FITTskills or FITT accredited international business program between January 1, 2010 and December 31, 2010. A complete list of FITTskillsand FITT accredited courses and programs is available at: www.fitt.ca.

5. Gather all required documents in one complete package and send:

By Mail / Courier: FITT Achievement Award; FITT; 116 Lisgar Street, Suite 300; Ottawa, ON; K2P 0C2

By Fax: 613.230.6808

Nomination QuestionsEach Nomination form must be accompanied byresponses to these Nomination Questions followingthe instructions outlined above in step #2.

1. Describe how your studies, volunteer activities and/or work experience in international business has made an impact on your community and/or educational institution.

2. Describe why you think this contribution is deservingof recognition.

3. As a result of your studies, describe how you will continue your involvement in international business.

4. What are your long term career goals?

Requirements and Process

Nomination FormInstructionsComplete form and send with supporting documentation to FITT by fax at 613.230.6808 or by mail to: FITT, Attn FITTAchievement Award; 116 Lisgar St.; Suite 300; Ottawa, ON; K2P 0C2. For questions, please contact FITT at 613.230.3553 or800.561.3488 or via email info@fitt.ca. Nomination deadline is February 28th, 2011.

Nominee Information

Prefix First Name Last Name

Mailing Address

City Province Postal Code

Phone (Day) Phone (Evening) Fax

Email (Home) Email (Work)

Name of College or University Year you anticipate graduating

Program Name

Terms and Conditions of Participation for NomineeI, the undersigned, acknowledge that I have read, understood, agreed with and complied with the terms and conditions of participation in the FITT AchievementAward. I further certify that the information provided on all parts pertaining to my education are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and can be substantiated. Further, I agree to the release and use of my name for media releases and publications in association with this award.

_____________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________Signature of Nominee Date

Nominator Information (must be one of your international trade business professors)

Prefix First Name Last Name

Educational Institution Title

Mailing Address

City Province Postal Code

Phone (Day) Phone (Evening) Fax

Email (Home) Email (Work)

By signing below I confirm my support of the nominee as a candidate for the FITT Achievement Award.

_____________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________Signature of Nominee Date

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Strengthening Your HandIn International Trade

FITT equips individuals and businesses with the practical skills they need to succeed in today’s competitive

global marketplace. A non-profit organization established by industry and government, FITT develops

international business programs, sets competency standards, and designs the certification and accreditation

programs for the Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) designation. Our programs and services

address human resource issues by, providing employers with resources to build their international business

capacity; assisting individuals in developing their international business skills and knowledge; and providing

international business training support for educators and students. Centered on best practises and developed

by leading global business experts, FITT’s resources are the standard of excellence for trade practitioners.

FITT – The professional path to global markets.

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