Sanlam CA Trainee Bursary South Africa 2024

 

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – SANLAM

Sanlam is one of the country’s leading financial services groups, and the largest insurance company in Africa. Headquartered in Bellville, Western Cape, the company has been in operation for more than 100 years, aimed at helping its clients live with confidence. Sanlam is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), the Namibian Stock Exchange and the A2X with its five key business clusters consisting of Sanlam Corporate, Sanlam Emerging Markets, Sanlam Investments, Sanlam Personal Finance and Santam.
 

ABOUT THE SANLAM CA TRAINEE BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

Sanlam is inviting students to apply for their CA Trainee Bursary Programme, for the 2024 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for studies towards a SAICA accredited Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting.

The bursary award hopes to give the student the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally, obtaining a CA(SA) once they have completed their studies. The student will also be given the opportunity to excel in their articles within a holistic environment that shapes, challenges and supports them. Students will have the opportunity to pursue their TOPP Article’s at one of Africa’s largest insurers.
 

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MORE ABOUT THE SANLAM BURSARY PROGRAMME – EXPENSES COVERED & OTHER BENEFITS

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: registration fees, tuition fees, accommodation, prescribed book allowance, meal allowance and a monthly allowance/ stipend.

Bursary holders will also have the unique opportunity to enter the Sanlam CA programme after successfully completing their studies.

The training programme is facilitated by SAICA regulations which consists of practical experience, allowing the learner to obtain technical and professional competency within the value creation process.

Bursary recipients will also receive the following benefits:

  • Academic and evaluation meetings that happen in-person
  • Frequent touchdowns and interaction
  • Job shadowing (holiday work) experiences
  • Mentoring and ongoing support from the Sanlam team
  • Virtual bursary study meetings
  • Virtual counseling meetings

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 Sanlam CA Trainee Bursary.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SANLAM BURSARY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

  • You must be accepted and enrolled to study towards a SAICA accredited Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting
  • You must have completed your undergraduate studies with a minimum overall average of 65%
  • You must be in financial need, with a household annual income of not more than R350 000
  • You must be professional
  • You must have a strong work ethic
  • You must demonstrate technical ability

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SANLAM BURSARY

Applications must be submitted online at: Sanlam CA Trainee Bursary Application 2024

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Sanlam bursary.
 

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

  • ID document/ Passport/ Permanent Residence (certified copy)
  • Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae focusing on your academics, extra mural activities, and leadership capabilities
  • Proof of acceptance into a SAICA Accredited institution
  • Proof of household income
  • Motivational letter supporting your application and answering the following questions: what you think a CA(SA) does, why you want to study Accounting, why you believe that you will become a successful CA (SA), why you think you deserve the bursary award

Note: applications submitted via email will NOT be accepted.
 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE SANLAM BURSARY

29 November 2023.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
 

CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Sanlam directly:
Email: CAProgramme@sanlam.co.za
 

Please do NOT contact the Sanlam if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/

This bursary listing was last updated in November 2023.

SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.