VKB Group Bursary 2027 – BCom Risk Management

The VKB Group Bursary 2027 supports high-performing South African students pursuing studies related to Risk Management, Management Accountancy and Agricultural Economics.

VKB Group is investing in the next generation of professionals who can contribute to the agricultural and broader food value chain.

 Fields of Study

Applicants must be studying towards one of the following:

• BSc in Quantitative Risk Management
• BCom in Management Accountancy
• BCom in Economic Sciences with Agricultural Economics and Risk Management
• BCom in Economic Sciences with Risk Management

 Bursary Details

 Requirements

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be enrolled at an accredited South African tertiary institution
• Be studying one of the qualifying degrees listed above
• Have completed their first year at tertiary level
• Submit their full academic record
• Have a strong academic record

Additional Requirements

Successful applicants must be willing to:

• Complete vacation work at one of VKB’s regional head offices
• Relocate after completing their studies if required for potential employment
• Meet any applicable work-back obligations
• Be fluent in English and Afrikaans, both spoken and written

📄 How to Apply

Applications are submitted online via Simplify.

Applicants should:

1. Access the VKB Group bursary application portal.
2. Use Google Chrome when completing the application.
3. Complete all required questions honestly and accurately.
4. Upload all supporting documents in PDF format.
5. Ensure the full academic record is included.
6. Submit the application before the closing date.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Important: VKB Group reserves the right not to award a bursary.

 CLOSING DATE

30 September 2026

Students interested in Risk Management and related financial or agricultural economics careers should apply before the deadline.