What is even so good about the Old Mutual Actuarial Bursary is that it is a comprehensive (it pays for meals, books, school fees and other necessities, and if you do so well in your studies you will get cash rewards – how cool is that?) and, while you are studying and when you complete your degree, you are guaranteed a job a Old Mutual.

What are the requirements?

• Mathematics with A+ pass; and
• A’s and B’s in your other Matric/Grade 12 subjects.

How to apply?

To get more information on how to apply and to download the Old Mutual Actuarial Bursaries application form CLICK HERE NOW.

Closing date: 30 July 2014

If you have any questions regarding this bursary programme or need assistance while completing the form do not hesitate to call Old Mutual’s Actuarial Resource Development department on the following telephone numbers during normal office hours: 021-509 2656 / 021-504 7285

Note: This bursary programme is accepting applications from all population groups in South Africa. However, due to employment equity requirements, qualifying applicants from population groups classified as Black South Africans according to the Employment Equity Act (African, Chinese, Coloured and Indian South Africans) will be given preference.

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Take a minute and ask yourself a few questions:

• Are you dedicated and self-driven?
• Are you a maths whiz?
• Do you have good communication skills?
• Do you like a challenge?
• Do you have that x-factor that sets you apart from all others?

If you answered “Yes” to the questions then you’re half way to becoming a recognised top-earning professional! The other half requires hard work and dedication.

The Actuarial Bursary Programme offers you and other young South Africans the opportunity to develop an actuarial career.

What you get

Just take a look at what the University of Cape Town and Stellebosch University bursary covers:

• All tuition.
• Accommodation with meals.
• General and book allowance.
• Travel allowance (where applicable).
• Incentives for good performance.
• Academic and emotional support.
• Good networking opportunities.
• Vacation work from second year.

Post Graduation

After your studies you can enjoy:

• Guaranteed employment after university.
• One-on-one mentoring by an experienced qualified actuary.
• In-house rotation programme exposing you to professional development across all areas.
• Working with acknowledged industry-leading experts in different fields, shaping South Africa’s financial future!

What you need to qualify

You need Mathematics with a strong A-plus result and A’s and B’s for the rest of your matric subjects.

Apply!

Download:
Actuarial Bursary Application Form (85kb pdf).

Preference will be given to South African black learners i.e. Africans, Coloureds and Indians (in terms of the Employment Equity Act). Please ensure that the application is completed in your own writing.

Additional Documentation

Send certified copies of:

• Your identity document.
• Your results.

Useful information:

• Read through the requirements carefully.
• The Application deadline is 30 July.
• If your results are not available please send your application form in indicating that your results will follow as soon as they are available.
• Provide valid contact details.
• Sections 8 and 9 need to be completed by your school principal (not applicable to university students).
• Don’t forget to attach your biography and essay to your application form.

Submissions:

The Coordinator Actuarial Bursary Applications

Actuarial Resource Development (2M)
Old Mutual
Po Box 66
Cape Town
8000

Only applications submitted directly to this office will be considered (i.e. please do not deliver your applications to branches or submit via a financial adviser).

Submissions will be shortlisted and those candidates will be interviewed.

Selection Process

If you do not hear from us it is your responsibility to contact the Bursary Office.

Contact

Tel: +27 (0)21 509 2656 / +27 (0)11 217 1707.

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Good Luck

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