Admission Criteria

• Ability to demonstrate an unequivocal entrepreneurial passion and commitment.
• Candidates must be able to attend the RBL Orientation on 10 September 2024 and commence lectures on 12 September 2024
• English proficiency is a prerequisite of the RBL (Written and Spoken)
• Proficient in MS Office & Zoom
• The bursary is only open to previously disadvantaged individuals
• The bursary is only open to previously disadvantaged individuals

What does the Bursary Include

Registration and full tuition for the 8-month programme valued at R28 000 ex VAT.

How to Apply

Only online applications will be accepted. Apply online @at rebosa.co.za/rbl-bursary/.

Application Process

The application process will be facilitated by the Rebosa RBL coordinating office and all the required documents must be submitted online. The link will be accessible from 1 July 2024. Only completed online applications are eligible to be assessed. Please note that the application and all attachments have to be filled in one session as the system does not allow you to save the data and continue later.

The online application opens on 1 July 2024 and closes on 31 August 2024. The following documents must be submitted online: –

• A completed application form
  • A signed Declaration Form of your applicant status, where you declare that you understand and fulfil the eligibility criteria for the RBL bursary
  • A Curriculum Vitae (CV) provided with date and signature, to present your qualification, experiences and skills, effectively and clearly;
• A scan of your current Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC)
• A scan of your qualifications
  Certified copy of ID and proof of residential address
• A Motivation Letter (maximum 500 words). In the letter, the candidate should explain how past experiences have prepared him/her for participation in the RBL, how this programme is likely to improve his or her own career prospects, and why the candidate is interested in the RBL. Note that handwritten letters are NOT accepted;
• Two Reference Letters (in English) from employers or professional associates. The only requirement is that the contact details of the person providing the reference must be clearly stipulated and must contain a business email address [not a private one] and a telephone number. Reference Letters should be addressed to: “The RBL admission Board”.

Selection Process

Applications are firstly evaluated for eligibility by the Secretariat and the Coordinator of the RBL. Eligible applications are then submitted to the Selection Committee, which will shortlist the candidates.

Applicants will be shortlisted according to their academic merit, work experience, entrepreneurial potential, passion and willingness to learn.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview by Zoom with the Selection Committee. The interview will last 30 minutes: general questions will be asked, mainly regarding motivation for pursuing the RBL programme.

All shortlisted candidates may be submitted to taking a psychometric test.

Candidates that are not selected by the Selection Committee or that are not eligible are notified by email before 7 September 2024.

Applicants selected for a RBL are notified by e-mail before 31 August 2024 and have to confirm their acceptance within 5 days after receipt of selection result by sending the signed Declaration of Acceptance to the RBL coordinating office.

Admission letters are sent by e-mail as soon as the Declaration of Acceptance arrives at the coordinating office. Candidates that are unsuccessful and who have not been offered a bursary can apply for a place in the programme as self-funded candidates for a fee of R28 000 ex VAT.

Bursary Terms and Conditions 

• The course commences on 10 September 2024
• RBL bursaries cannot be transferred to another candidate.

Should a Candidate drop out of the course for whatever reason the Candidate will be liable for the full cost of the RBL at R28 000.00 ex VAT (Unless on account of sickness or injury and must present a signed medical certificate issued by a Medical Practitioner that is registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa and will further be subject to approval from the Rebosa Board of Directors)

• Bursary Candidates who do not attend the required online/classroom sessions will be considered ‘no shows’ and will be penalised by repaying the full registration fee of R28 000 ex VAT
• Should a Candidate share access to the training material with any other individuals, they will be liable for the full registration fee of R28 000 ex VAT
• Full joining instructions, including programme timings and special instructions will be sent no later than one week prior to the RBL commencement date of 10 September 2024.
• Rebosa and Charter Academy will not be held liable for any data, technological, transport or accommodation costs associated with the RBL training.
• Please note, due to circumstances beyond Rebosa/Charter Academy’s control, lecturers, guest speakers, content and timings may vary. Rebosa/Charter Academy reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule training activities if necessary.

Contact

For further information contact info@rebosa.co.za

We look forward to receiving your applications and supporting you on your entrepreneurial journey!