Key scholarship details
Application status
Not open yet
Applications open
20 Sep 2024
Applications close
2 Dec 2024
Benefit amount
At least $24,000
Eligible study level
Undergraduate
Eligible student type
Domestic and international students
Eligible study stage
Current study
Benefit duration
One or more years
Summary
The Cbus Super Mavis Robertson Scholarship was established by Cbus Super, one of Australia's first industry superannuation funds, in memory of Mavis Robertson AM, superannuation industry pioneer and University of Melbourne alumnus. The scholarship is offered to Bachelor of Commerce students who are experiencing disadvantaged circumstances. Preference is given to female students.
About the donor
The Cbus Super Mavis Robertson Scholarship was established by Cbus Super, one of Australia’s first industry superannuation funds, in memory of Mavis Robertson AM, superannuation industry pioneer and University of Melbourne alumnus.
Mavis Robertson championed access to insurance cover for workers in high risk occupations and was a mentor to employees, particularly women, across the industry fund network. She was an integral part of many industry initiatives including as a founding member of the Conference of Major Super Funds, Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees, Women in Super, the Australia Council of Super Investors, and the Mother’s Day Classic.
Benefits
The scholarship provides $12,000 per year for the second and third year of study in the Bachelor of Commerce.
The successful recipient may also be invited to undertake an internship with Cbus Super after the completion of their second year of the BCom, and to apply for a graduate role with Cbus Super on completion of their internship and/or their degree.
Amount:
At least $24,000
Duration:
One or more years
Quantity:
1
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility
To be considered for this scholarship, you must:
- Be completing at least 100 points of the Bachelor of Commerce (at the time of application)
- Be enrolling in the second year of the Bachelor of Commerce
Selection criteria
The scholarship is offered to the student(s) ranked highest by the selection panel based on their overall level of disadvantage. Preference is given to female students. Shortlisted students will be invited for interview.
Study level:
Undergraduate
Student type:
Domestic and international students
Study stage type:
Current study
Study area:
Business and economics
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How to apply
You must submit a Student Financial Assessment form and submit an application and include:
- A cover letter that describes the impact of your current circumstances on your studies
- How the scholarship may benefit you and support your completion of the Bachelor of Commerce
Status:
Not open yet
Applications open:
20 Sep 2024
Applications close:
2 Dec 2024
Recipient feedback
In addition to the financial support offered by the Cbus Super Mavis Robertson Scholarship, I was able to gain first-hand experience through an internship. Interning at Cbus – one of Australia’s largest industry super funds – was an invaluable experience. It not only gave me an insight into the inner workings of a super fund and how they operate, invest and strategise in a way that maximises outcomes for members, but it also allowed me to apply the knowledge I’d gained in my studies and provided me with clarity as to the direction I’d like my career to take and for my wider professional aspirations. Over eight weeks I rotated through different teams within the Investments division, such as Equity Portfolio Construction, Risk and Compliance, and Strategy and Innovation. I found myself in an incredibly supportive culture, where I was lucky enough to work alongside passionate professionals who were eager to share their expertise to help me build my skills and knowledge of investment management. The Cbus Super Mavis Robertson Scholarship has been paramount in supporting my professional development and university studies, while connecting me to a dynamic, high-impact industry.
Ruby Sakarintr
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