CTU Corporate Bursary Partnership 2025 – Closing Date: 15 October 2025 – Funding Your Future!

Hey future tech superstars and business leaders! Ever dreamt of getting a top-notch education in high-demand fields like cybersecurity or cloud administration, but worried about the cost? Well, get ready, because the CTU Corporate Bursary Partnership might be your ticket to success in 2025!

Now, this bursary is a bit unique, so listen closely! The CTU Corporate Bursary Partnership isn’t a bursary you apply for directly from CTU in the usual way. Instead, it’s an awesome initiative where South African businesses use their Skills Development Levy (think of it as money they’re required to spend on training!) to sponsor students like YOU for critical skills training programmes. This means companies get to help you get skilled up in areas they actually need, like IT and management, while also boosting their own compliance and building a fantastic talent pool. It’s a win-win situation, helping to create more job-ready grads and grow South Africa’s economy!

Who Can Apply?

This is where it gets interesting! Since these bursaries are sponsored by companies, the exact criteria will depend on the specific company offering the sponsorship. However, based on what CTU offers, these bursaries are typically for individuals interested in:

• Full-time studies (day classes) in:
  • Occupational Certificate: Cloud Administrator (QCTO Registered | NQF Level 4 | Duration: 1 year)
  • Occupational Certificate: Cybersecurity Analyst (QCTO Registered | NQF Level 5 | Duration: 1 year)
• Part-time studies (evening and Saturday classes) in:
  • Higher Certificate in Management (NQF Level 5, 2-Year Part-Time Programme)
  • Occupational Certificate: Cybersecurity Analyst (NQF Level 5, 1-Year Part-Time Programme)
  • Bachelor of Business Administration in Project Management (NQF 7, 4 years, Part-time)

While CTU focuses on providing the training, the sponsoring company might have additional requirements, like specific academic performance, financial need, or even being an existing employee or referred candidate. Keep an eye out for announcements from companies partnering with CTU!

What Does It Cover?

The CTU Corporate Bursary Partnership aims to cover the costs associated with the training programmes offered by CTU Training Solutions. This includes:

• Tuition fees for the selected high-demand programmes in ICT and management.

The core idea is to get you the practical, job-ready skills that employers desperately need in growing sectors of the economy. By getting sponsored, you get access to quality education without the financial burden, setting you up for a fantastic career!

How to Apply?

Since this initiative is about companies sponsoring students, there isn’t a single direct application portal for individuals to apply to CTU for this specific partnership bursary. Instead, here’s what you should do:

1. Keep an Eye Out: Look for announcements from various South African companies (especially those in IT, business, or any sector looking to upskill their workforce) who might be participating in the CTU Corporate Bursary Partnership. They might advertise these opportunities directly!
2. Connect with CTU: While you don’t apply directly for the bursary through CTU, you can reach out to CTU Training Solutions to express your interest and inquire about companies that might be looking to sponsor students. They can guide you on the best way to get considered for these opportunities.
3. Direct Inquiry Email: If you’re a student eager to learn more about how you might benefit from this partnership or if there are lists of sponsoring companies you can approach, you can try contacting CTU’s Corporate Training Division at emmerentiab@ctutraining.co.za. Remember, this is primarily for corporate inquiries, but they might be able to offer guidance for students too!
4. Explore CTU Programs: Familiarize yourself with the excellent programs offered by CTU. Visit their official website at ctutraining.ac.za to see if their offerings align with your career goals. Knowing what you want to study can help you when opportunities arise.

Remember, companies are encouraged to allocate their 2025/26 bursary budgets soon to meet the November 2025 intake. This means potential sponsorship opportunities for students could be finalised in the coming months, making our inferred closing date of 15 October 2025 a good target for when you should be looking for these opportunities!

If getting top-tier tech or business skills funded by a company sounds like your dream come true, then start exploring and stay sharp! While this bursary works a bit differently, it opens up amazing doors for your future. Don’t miss out on these unique opportunities to get funded for your education and career. Keep an eye on Bursaries Room for more incredible bursaries to help you achieve your goals!

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