PSG stands as a prominent financial services group, offering a diverse range of financial solutions, including financial planning, investments, unit trusts, stockbroking, life insurance, healthcare, estate and trust services, as well as personal and commercial short-term insurance. Established in 1998, the company has expanded its presence significantly, boasting over 250 offices across South Africa and extending its reach into Namibia.
The company's offerings are organized into three primary categories: "PSG Insure," catering to both commercial and personal short-term insurance needs; "PSG Wealth," specializing in wealth management services for individuals, families, and businesses; and "PSG Asset Management," providing global funds, segregated portfolios, and local unit trusts tailored for both individuals and institutions.
What the PSG Bursary covers
The bursary will provide financial assistance, as well as the following benefits:
- Mentoring, coaching and support
- Entrance into the PSG graduate programme
- Working experience within the financial services industry
Eligibility Requirements for the PSG Bursary
- Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must have completed Matric
- You must be studying towards one of the degree qualifications listed above
- You must be an Honours or Masters student (or a final year student if studying Engineering)
- You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65%
- You must be interested in pursuing a career in the financial services sector
- You must be ambitious
- You must be able to work well under pressure
- You must be resilient
- You must be energetic
- You must be solution oriented
- You must be able to work well in a team
- You must pay close attention to detail
- Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- Preference will be given to students from designated groups
How to apply
Applications must be submitted online at: PSG Bursary Application 2024
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
- ID document (certified copy)
- Full academic record/ transcripts (on institutions letterhead)
- Curriculum Vitae
Closing Date for the PSG Bursary
31 December 2023.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)