Scholarships
ACS/Chifley Business School Graduate Diploma Scholarship
Scholarship applications are now closed and information about new scholarships will be added shortly.
About the Scholarship:
Chifley’s Graduate Diploma of Management combines broad business units with specialist subjects to give IT professionals the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in management roles.
Graduates of the CPE program currently articulate with advance standing for four units of the Chifley MBA (Technology Management) program.
This scholarship offers students the opportunity to continue their professional development, culminating in a Graduate Diploma with Chifley.
For more about this course and Chifley Business School visit their website or call 1300 244 353.
For information on how to apply contact Linda Staud at email lstaud@chifley.edu.au or call +613 9514 3809
Application forms are available from Chifley Business School.
Scholarships for WA, VIC and SA
Garry Trinder Scholarship (Western Australia)
Garry Trinder is a Fellow and Honorary Life Member of the ACS and a well known and respected ICT professional in Western Australia. He was also the first WA member to hold the positions of ACS National President and Branch Chair from 1989 to 1990. In honour of his continuing contribution to the ACS, three scholarships will be awarded each year, one in every study period, covering half the costs of the full program for each scholarship winner ($3000 in total). Criteria for the scholarships are the normal entry requirements for CPEP – a degree (or equivalent) in ICT and at least 18 months work experience in the ICT industry. The scholarship applicant must be working in the ICT industry at the time of the application, be a member of the ACS and a resident in Western Australia.
A current CV and a covering letter providing reasons why the applicant should be awarded the scholarship is also required. The scholarship is designed specifically for early career professionals not already studying in the CPe program.
For further information contact pam.barnes@acs.org.au
Bob Northcote Scholarships (South Australia)
Fellow and Honorary Life Member of the ACS, Professor Bob Northcote passed away in March 2009 leaving behind a legacy that includes establishing formal ACS membership standards and the accreditation of computing and ICT courses over a 15 year period. In his honour a perpetual scholarship fund has been set up for South Australian members of the ACS to undertake the CPE Program.
Three scholarships will be awarded each year, one in every study period, covering half the costs of the full program for each scholarship winner ($3000 in total). Criteria for the scholarships are the normal entry requirements for CPEP – a degree (or equivalent) in ICT and at least 18 months work experience in the ICT industry. Applicants must be working in the ICT industry at the time of application and be a member of the ACS and a resident in South Australia. A current CV and a short covering letter providing reasons why the applicant should be awarded the scholarships are also required. The scholarship is designed specifically for early career professionals not already studying in the CPe program.
Study Period 3, 2013 runs from 3 September to 8 December 2013 and enrolments close 1 September. Scholarship applications should be received no later than 25 August 2013.
For further information and to apply contact mandy.watson@acs.org.au
Gerry Maynard Scholarship (Victoria)
Gerry Maynard was instrumental in the development of IT in Victoria and was awarded an Order of Australia in 2005 for his services to the information technology industry and education. He was an Honorary Life Member of the ACS and contributed to several board positions within the ACS during his career. Gerry also held an Honorary Doctorate in Infomatics from Monash University.
Gerry passed away in November 2008 and in honour of his contribution to the ACS, the Victorian Branch will be awarding one scholarship each year, covering half the costs of the full program for each scholarship winner ($3000 in total). Criteria for the scholarships are the normal entry requirements for CPEP - a degree (or equivalent) in ICT and at least 18 months work experience in the ICT industry. The scholarship applicant must be working in the ICT industry at the time of application and be a member of the ACS, plus a resident in Victoria. A current CV and a short covering letter providing reasons why the applicant should be awarded the scholarships are also required. The scholarship is designed specifically for early career professionals not already studying in the CPe program.
Study Period 3, 2013 runs from 3 September to 8 December 2013 and enrolments close 1 September. Scholarship applications should be received no later than 25 August 2013.
For further information and to apply contact pam.barnes@acs.org.au
Young ICT Scholarship
One scholarship will be awarded at the next Young ICT conference which will enable the recipient to complete this post graduate program and join the growing body of ACS Members who are Certified Professionals (CP).
Highly regarded as a program of excellence, The CPE Program is offered totally online, allowing busy professionals to maintain a ork/life balance.
Students complete four subjects, typically over 18 months (or four study periods). Assignments are set within the context of your work environment, and you’ll benefit from the extensive interaction with students world wide, plus guidance from experienced tutors and mentors. Subjects can be credited towards a number of leading MBA and MIT programs.
To be eligible for the scholarship you must attend the conference and complete an application form. You will also need to be available at the conference to receive your scholarship prize. Applicants must be ACS members who have a recognised ICT degree and have at least 18 months work experience in the ICT industry. (Students are not eligible to apply).
Past Young ICT Scholarship Winners
2012
The YIT Professionals Conference scholarship winner for 2012 was Mr Robert Estherby.
2011
The YIT Professionals Conference scholarship winners for 2011 were Maria Filippova and Siddarth Mehta both from Victoria. We congratulate our two young IT professionals who receive a $3600 scholarship each towards their CPEP studies. They will both commence in Study Period 1, 2012.
2010
The YIT Professionals Conference scholarship winners for 2010 were Brett Kessner from Western Australia and Michael Tulip from Victoria. We congratulate our two young IT professionals who receive a $3000 scholarship each towards their CPEP studies. They will both commence in Study Period 1, 2011.
2009
The YIT Professionals Conference scholarship winners for 2009 were Mr Pierre Diab from Sydney and Ms Debbie Timmins from Adelaide. We congratulate our two young IT professionals who receive a $3000 scholarship each towards their CPEP studies. They will both commence in Study Period 1, 2010.
2008
ACS awarded two scholarships at the Young ICT Professionals Conference held in Adelaide May 2008. The two lucky recipients were Mr Mohamed Fageer from Brisbane and Mr Hiran Mudiyangelage from Sydney. Both ACS Members receive scholarships to the value of $2700 for the full CPE Program. Congratulations to both recipients.