BCom Economic Sciences – Bursary 2027
Job Details
- Bursary Programme: BCom Economic Sciences – Bursary 2027
- Employer: VKB Group
- Department: Other
- Location: Reitz
- Programme Type: Student Bursary
- Field of Study: BCom Economic Sciences (Specialising in International Trade / Marketing)
- Study Commencement: January 2027
- Applications Open: 1 July 2026
- Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Bursary Purpose
Provide financial support to students pursuing a BCom in Economic Sciences with a specialisation in International Trade or Marketing. Develop future professionals for careers within the VKB Group. Invest in talented students who wish to contribute to South Africa’s agricultural and agribusiness sectors. Offer practical workplace experience and potential employment opportunities after graduation.
Field of Study
The bursary is available for students studying:
- BCom Economic Sciences
- Specialisation in International Trade, or
- Specialisation in Marketing
Eligibility Requirements
Grade 12 Applicants
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens with a valid South African ID.
- Be completing Grade 12 during 2026.
- Achieve a minimum overall average of 70% in the National Senior Certificate.
- Submit:
- Latest Grade 11 results.
- Current Grade 12 results.
Current Tertiary Students
Applicants must:
- Be enrolled at an accredited South African tertiary institution.
- Be studying towards a BCom in Economic Sciences specialising in International Trade or Marketing.
- Achieve a minimum average of 60% in major subjects.
- Submit a complete academic record, including 2026 results.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be willing to complete vacation work at one of VKB’s regional head offices.
- Be willing to relocate after completing their studies if employment or a work-back obligation requires it.
- Be fluent in both English and Afrikaans (spoken and written).
- Complete the online application honestly and accurately.
Required Supporting Documents
Grade 12 Applicants
- Valid South African ID.
- Latest Grade 11 results.
- Current Grade 12 results.
Current Tertiary Students
- Valid South African ID.
- Full academic record, including 2026 results.
Selection Criteria
Applications will be assessed based on:
- Academic performance.
- Compliance with the minimum eligibility requirements.
- Completeness of the application.
- Potential to succeed in Economic Sciences, International Trade, or Marketing studies.
- Alignment with VKB Group’s future business and talent requirements.
Career Development Opportunities
Successful bursary recipients may benefit from:
- Financial assistance for their studies.
- Vacation work opportunities at VKB regional head offices.
- Exposure to international trade, marketing, agribusiness, and commercial operations.
- Practical workplace experience.
- Potential employment opportunities after graduation, subject to business requirements and bursary conditions.
Skills and Attributes VKB Values
Successful applicants should demonstrate:
- Strong academic performance.
- Interest in economics, international trade, or marketing.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Integrity and accountability.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Willingness to relocate and gain practical industry experience.
Important Information
- Applications open on 1 July 2026.
- Applications close on 31 August 2026.
- Applications must be submitted online through the VKB application portal (Simplify).
- Use Google Chrome when accessing the application portal.
- Upload all supporting documents in PDF format.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
- VKB Group reserves the right not to award any bursaries.
Why Apply for a VKB Bursary?
- Receive financial support for your Economic Sciences studies.
- Gain valuable practical experience through vacation work.
- Build a career with one of South Africa’s leading agribusiness organisations.
- Develop expertise in international trade, marketing, and agribusiness.
- Access potential graduate employment opportunities within the VKB Group after completing your qualification.