The Pricewaterhouse Coopers bursaries in accounting program, also called PWC bursaries in accounting, is a great opportunity to look closely at. This can be one of the means you explore to help you get money for college. Pricewaterhouse Coopers is one of the largest accounting firms in the world, has 75 offices throughout the world and employes 35,500 people. ‘PwC is one of the world’s largest providers of Assurance, Tax, and business consulting services’.
What does the Program Offer?
This particular program is in place to help improve the overall education and living conditions in Africa. The goal is to offer educational opportunities that there can be the chance for better industrial growth in this area. The visualizations for the future involve a better economy and plenty of business on a global scale being done from Africa.
What are the Pricewaterhouse Coopers PWC Bursaries Looking for?
The bursaries program offered by PWC bursaries in accountancy involves finding people that seem to be very promising for helping the goals of the company to be met. Those that show exceptional levels of talent may qualify for the funds offered so that they can afford to continue their educational goals. Individuals with a very high GPA, community involvement, and leadership skills will be closely looked at for such funding.
Who can Apply for PWC Bursaries for Accounting?
Anyone that is enrolled in certain programs or plans to be enrolled in such a program should apply. These programs include BCOM,BCOMPT, Bachelor of Accounting, or Business Science. Students must be planning to attend school at an accredited university in South Africa as a full time student.
Applicants must be able to work well with others and have great communication skills. They also need to be able to demonstrate leadership abilities and the dedication to follow instructions. Problem solving skills is a plus as well. All applicants must be able to verify they are a citizen of South Africa and that they have a valid ID number.
Applicants also need to show they have at least 70% competency with English and with Level 6 math. For any first year students, all courses must be passing with a 65% or higher. For second year students, the passing must be with a 60% or higher. For those in their 3rd or 4th year, that passing requirement is at 55% for all courses.
Application Deadlines for the Pricewaterhouse Bursaries
The dates for applying vary by location, so it is important to check them out. Most of them are in the summer but not all of them. Got to the website to see them for a certain location so that you don’t miss the application deadline.
PWC Bursary Award Amounts
The amount of award for the PWC bursaries in accounting depends on several factors. First, it depends on the amount of funding that happens to be readily available during that award period. Second, it depends on the financial need of those that have been winners of the funding. Those that show the most financial need will be awarded the largest sum of money. The funds can be used for tuition, books, fees, and living expenses.
Interesting Facts about Pricewaterhouse Coopers
*This particular company is a combination of two separate companies – Pricewaterhouse and Coopers. Both of them are businesses with longevity that dates back more than 150 years. The Pricewaterhouse business was established in London in 1849. Coopers was established in London in 1854.
*In 2011, the company was able to provide services 419 companies that were listed on the Fortune Global 500 list. They were also able to provide services for 443 out of FT Global 500. More than 2,000 of their employees have worked on International assignments in the last year.
*When it comes to diversity, Pricewaterhouse Coopers is ranked #3 in the world. They have worked hard to be able to work well with a variety of markets, languages, and cultures. They are a wonderful company to work for. They won the 2011 Green Leaders Award.
*They are also on the list of top 100 companies to work for. It is also listed as one of the top 10 places for mothers to work. This is why they have such a high level of employees that work with them for the long term.
I did not apply last year and now I passed good and already registered with University of Johannesburg I need assistance doing Diploma in accounting can u help if possible.
Priscilla,
since you will be attending the University of Johannesburg you will want to look into all the University of Johannesburg bursaries as well as the accountant bursaries they have as well. Also look into your own government bursary programs too!
I’VE BEEN ADMITTED TO STUDY DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTANCY AT UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG THIS YEAR 2014. I’VE APPLIED FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IN VARIOUS PLACES AND NONO WAS APPROVED AND EVEN WENT TO DIFFERENT ACCOUNTING FIRMS FOR ASSISTANCE AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY OFFER FUNDING TO STUDENT. PLEASE HELP THE LADY OUT IM DESPERATLY IN NEED FOR FUNDING
palesa,
you must apply to bursaries to see if you qualify for them. Go directly to the sponsor of the bursary and apply there. Apply to as many as you feel you are a good fit for. We write about various bursary programs but do not offer any.
I’m currently doing my 1st year at UWC, and I need financial assistance. How can I apply for atleast for my 2015?
Mzimasi,
I would see your FinAids office at the college you’re attending to apply bursaries, scholarships, grants and other need based financial student aid.
i am doing my first at University of Johannesburg. doing diploma in accounting. last year i did apply for a bursary sponsored by SAIP but they did give any feedback. so i’m still struggling looking for a bursary. i passed my matric with B symbol having 32 points can you please help me with a bursary
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yamkela,
go to the UOJ Finaids office to apply to bursaries their and then apply to your government bursary programs too.
Hi Admin i was only made aware about these bursaries now. I have finished first year bcom acc at UKZN with really good results, do you of any firms still offering scholarships?
Kaelen,
you must apply directly to the sponsor of the bursary’s website. Links are normally put in each article near the bottom.
can Namibian students also apply for this bursary?
Glory,
you may direct that question to the sponsor of the bursary by going to their contact webpage.