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Give Back 100
Bursaries

Applications open: 10 Aug – 28 Sep 2026

The Give Back 100 Campaign expands access to higher education for capable business leaders. 4th Round Applications are now open.

Give Back 100 Ā· 4th Round

Expanding access to higher education for aspiring business leaders. Applications for the third round are open 10 August – 28 September 2026.

The Give Back 100 Campaign aims to expand access to higher education for capable individuals who want to build careers in business but have not yet had the opportunity to study at tertiary level. Bursaries support study only at Cornerstone Institute for specific Business Studies programmes.

āœ… This is the 4th Round of applications for the Give Back 100 bursary. The application window is 10 August – 28 September 2026.

āœ… Programmes are offered in distance mode (online), on either full-time or part-time basis.

Our Give Back 100 partners

We're proud to partner with leading South African businesses and organisations who are investing in the next generation of graduates, and we invite others to join the Giveback 100 movement.

Become a Giveback 100 partner

If you represent a business, NPO or public-sector organisation and would like to support bursaries or host students, please contact our Head of Business Studies, Geoff Schreiner.

Or email directly: geoffs@cornerstone.ac.za

Who can apply

Eligibility

  • First Time Undergraduate – In some cases, we will accept students who have additional qualifications.
  • HCBS: Matric certificate
  • BCom: Matric with Mathematics ≄50%
  • Certified Matric certificate + ID/Passport

We Are Looking For

  • šŸ”„ Strong matric results / academic potential
  • šŸ’” Genuine interest in business & entrepreneurship
  • šŸŽÆ Motivation to build a career in management
  • šŸ“š Ability to commit to academic demands
  • ⚔ Determination & strong work ethic

What the Bursary Covers

Full Tuition

Excluding repeat or failed modules – tuition fully covered.

Devices & Data

* Laptop + data allowance supported in deserving cases.

Textbooks

* All required learning resources included for eligible bursars.

* Support for devices, data, and textbooks based on individual needs assessment.

Application Questions?

Need help with your GiveBack100 application or have questions about the programmes?

Contact our Faculty Administrator:

Tracey-lee Oliver

businessstudies@cornerstone.ac.za

Response within 1–2 business days

Please include your full name and "GiveBack100 Application" in the subject line.

Apply now: 3rd Round GiveBack100

Applications open 10 August – 28 September 2026. Secure your bursary for HCBS or BCom programmes.

Only for study at Cornerstone Institute Ā· Distance/online learning

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