Those looking to undertake the BPIF MSc in Management in the next academic year can now apply for a bursary from The Stationers’ Foundation.
The foundation, which is the charitable arm of The Stationers’ Company, is offering the Postgraduate Bursary Scheme - with a £6,000 pot - to either a single student or to be shared between several students for whom funding would be a barrier.
The MSc, run in partnership with the Management Development Centre, is aimed at those in print with at least five years’ experience in a management role, or with full membership of a professional institute wanting to take their leadership skills to the next level. As the natural next step after undertaking one of the BPIF Level 5 Graduate Print Management Courses, it usually costs £5,990 + VAT to complete.
The course - which can be completed in 12 months if students are full members of a professional institute - is a fast-track top-up Masters designed to provide minimal disruption to the working week. Alongside a dissertation and two residential weekends a year, students are supported through the MDC’s online support group.
BPIF programme director Ursula Daly said: “The BPIF is delighted about this new funding opportunity. The MSc encourages a whole new way of thinking for those already in management positions, while building on skills already learned in their careers. I’d encourage anyone thinking of doing the course to apply for the bursary if finance is in any way a barrier.”
The funding, which also considers the academic potential of applicants, is available for the from September 2017 and applications should be made as soon as possible. Applicants who are shortlisted will then be interviewed at Stationers’ Hall, London. Successful recipients of the funding will also have the opportunity to be mentored by an appropriate Stationers’ Company member.