ABSIP Bursary South Africa 2025
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At a glance
Summary
The Association of Black Securities and Investment Professionals (ABSIP) was founded in order to address the shortage of black professionals within the investment and securities industry, as well as to engage in a way to make a positive impact on the economy. Established in 1995, ABSIP is now highly influential in the Financial Sector transformation and is affiliated with the BBC (Black Business Council).
What’s covered
Funding details
The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, book allowance (textbooks/ course material), laptop (based on financial need), accommodation (preferably on campus) and a stipend (based on financial need). www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the ABSIP Bursary. Bursaries are renewed each year based on satisfactory academic performance and availability of funds.
Check your match
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying for theABSIP Bursary(please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered): You must be a South African citizenYou must be from a historically disadvantaged backgroundYou must be Black (as defined by the B-BBEE Act)You must have completed MatricYou must be studying or intend on studying full-time, towards an Investment Management career related qualificationYou must be accepted and or enrolled at one of these universities:University of Cape TownUniversity of Western CapeStellenbosch UniversityUniversity of JohannesburgUniversity of PretoriaUniversity of WitwatersrandRhodes UniversityUniversity of Free StateUniversity of Fort HareUniversity of LimpopoUniversity of KwaZulu-NatalUniversity of ZululandUniversity of VendaWalter Sisulu UniversityNelson Mandela UniversityNorth-West University You must have a strong academic record You must have achieved a minimum average of 75% for core academic modules/ subjects You must intend on pursuing a career within the Investment field You must be in financial need You must NOT have permanent work experience (except for vacation work experience) You must NOT be a STANLIB employee or a relative of a STANLIB employee You must preferably also demonstrate leadership qualities and have participated in extramural activities (sports, debating, chess clubs etc)
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Your next steps
How to apply
Applications must be submitted online at:ABSIP Bursary Application 2025 Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the ABSIP bursary. Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified): ID document (certified copy)Academic Record/ Transcripts (on institutions letterhead)Quote or fee statement from your University (on institutions letterhead)Motivational letter stating why you wish to study or are studying towards an Investment Management qualification (1 page)(read our tips onhow to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)Parents or guardians ID documents (certified copies)Parents or guardians proof of income (3 months latest payslips: certified copies/affidavitif unemployed)Parents or guardians 3 months bank statements
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