The Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand (SEAANZ) is offering William Angliss Institute students and recent graduates an opportunity to be recognised for their entrepreneurial skills and understanding of small enterprise.

Prizes

  • 1st Prize - $2,000
  • 2nd Prize - $500
  • 3rd Prize - Two free mentoring sessions with the Small Business Mentoring Service (value of $200)

Application Process

Eligibility

  • Open to all students (domestic & international) studying at a Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree level in foods, tourism, hospitality & events
  • Applicants must have completed at least 6 months or more of consecutive study at William Angliss Institute OR be a recent graduate (graduated within the last twelve months)

To apply

Applications should include a cover letter (3 pages maximum) addressing the following points and a copy of your current CV:

  • Your reasons for applying for the SEAANZ scholarship
  • Experience in starting/running a new business
  • Examples of demonstrated entrepreneurial skills
  • Anticipated benefits if awarded this scholarship

Please include your Student Number in your application.

An Institute panel will subsequently review the applications to assess your interest in the scholarship, how it may benefit your career in the future and general suitability for this opportunity in order to ensure we select the best candidates. Please note, the decision of the panel will be final.

Winners will be invited to attend the Conference Dinner held at the Angliss Restaurant on Thursday 11 August, 6:30pm - 9:30pm, where the formal awards presentation will take place.

Please submit your application by 5pm, Friday 29 July 2016 to studentservices@angliss.edu.au

About SEAANZ

The Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand (SEAANZ) is a not-for-profit organisation committed to the advancement, development and understanding of small enterprise within Australia and New Zealand. Founded in Sydney in 1987, SEAANZ is dedicated to research, policy development and the dissemination of ideas relating to entrepreneurship and small business management for the small to medium enterprise (SME) sector within the Australasian region.

SEAANZ Conference: National Small Business Conference 2016

With an expected audience of around 200 delegates and an exhibition of over 20+ sponsors and exhibitors, the Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand will bring together industry professionals from across Australia and overseas and promises to be an excellent learning and networking opportunity.

If you are a Small Business Owner, SEAANZ have introduced a day registration for $150: http://www.seaanz.org/content/conference-registration-and-pricing