Ubuntu ESG Access Bursary - Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: 2 December 2025
Administered by: IASE Africa
Program Level: ISB ADVISOR® / ISF ADVISOR® (Level 1)
These Terms & Conditions govern the Ubuntu ESG Access Bursary, one of Africa’s leading opportunities for ESG tuition support, ESG financial assistance, and ESG scholarship funding for professionals pursuing IASE certification and ESG training.
1. Purpose of the Ubuntu ESG Access Bursary
The Ubuntu ESG Access Bursary exists to expand access to affordable ESG education and strengthen Africa’s sustainability talent pipeline. Administered by IASE Africa, the bursary provides partial financial support for:
ESG training at the ISB ADVISOR® or ISF ADVISOR® level
IASE Global Board Exam registration fees
First-time IASE Global membership
The bursary supports professionals pursuing ESG careers, sustainable finance, governance training, and responsible business pathways.
2. Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following:
Mandatory Criteria
Meet the entry requirements for ISB/ISF ADVISOR®
Demonstrate financial need
Not receive employer or third-party sponsorship
Not be registered for any IASE Board Exam
Commit to completing ESG training and exam requirements
Reside in Africa or hold African nationality
Recommended Profiles
Priority is given to high-potential applicants including:
Unemployed professionals
Public sector, NGO, and community practitioners
Youth and early-career graduates
Individuals transitioning into ESG
For broader bursary information, visit here.
3. Review Windows & Evaluation Process
The bursary uses a hybrid model:
Applications accepted 365 days per year
Reviewed only during formal evaluation windows
Late submissions automatically roll forward
Current Review Window
Apply: 2 December 2025 – 4 January 2026
Decisions: 7–14 January 2026
Next Level 1 cohort begins: 26 January 2026
4. Required Documentation
Applicants must upload:
ID or passport
Highest qualification
Motivation statement
Optional: CV
Optional: financial evidence
Optional: recommendation letters
Applications missing key documents may be paused or rejected.
5. What the Bursary Covers (Partial Funding)
Supported Costs
ESG training tuition (ISB/ISF ADVISOR®)
IASE Board Exam fees
First-time IASE Global membership
Award Value and Funding Range
Ubuntu ESG Access Bursary awards are partial and typically cover between 20% and 50% of the total Level 1 tuition and exam fees. This usually equates to approximately R3,000 to R8,500 (≈ USD 160 – USD 450) depending on financial need, application strength, and available bursary funding. The Bursary Committee retains full discretion to determine final award values within this range.
Not Covered
Study tools
Exam resits
Membership renewals
Technology/data requirements
Travel or accommodation
Administrative or bank charges
This ensures fair distribution of ESG qualification funding among high-need applicants.
6. Conditions of Award
Recipients must:
Accept the bursary within the required timeline
Register for training promptly
Complete assigned ESG learning modules
Sit for the designated IASE Board Exam
Uphold the IASE Code of Conduct
Remain available for communication
Failure may result in withdrawal.
7. Non-Deferrable • Non-Transferable • Non-Cash
All bursaries are:
Non-deferrable
Non-transferable
Non-cash (funds go directly to providers)
8. Appeals and Finality of Decisions
All decisions made by the IASE Africa Bursary Committee are final and not subject to appeal.
Due to the volume of applications and the nature of the assessment criteria, IASE Africa does not offer:
Appeal processes
Reconsideration requests
Review meetings
Individual scoring breakdowns
Additional explanations beyond acceptance or rejection
Applicants acknowledge that bursary decisions are final and binding, and that IASE Africa is under no obligation to provide further detail regarding panel deliberations.
9. Withdrawal and Disqualification
IASE Africa may withdraw an award if:
False or misleading information was provided
The recipient fails to register
Misconduct is detected
Training/exam requirements are not met
Recipients who forfeit an award may be barred from future cycles.
10. Reapplication Policy
Unsuccessful applicants may remain in the next cycle
Applicants may submit improved applications
Recipients who fail to use the bursary may not reapply
11. Publicity and Use of Awardee Information
IASE Africa reserves the right to publicise the names, photographs, and general biographical information of bursary award recipients for marketing, reporting, and promotional purposes. This may include publication on IASE-managed websites, newsletters, social media platforms, and official reports.
All publicity will be handled with respect and discretion, and no sensitive personal information will be published. Applicants may request to opt out of public recognition in exceptional circumstances by contacting [email protected].
By submitting an application, you acknowledge and agree to this condition.
12. Future Engagement and Volunteering
IASE Africa may, from time to time, invite bursary recipients to participate in voluntary activities that support the mission of the organisation. These may include sharing testimonials, participating in outreach events, contributing to community ESG initiatives, or representing the programme in non-commercial contexts.
Participation in such activities is completely voluntary, will be requested with reasonable notice, and will not affect eligibility for current or future IASE programmes. Bursary applicants and recipients are under no obligation to accept such invitations.
By submitting an application, you acknowledge that you may be contacted for voluntary engagement opportunities in the future.
13. Data Protection & Privacy
Applicants consent to:
Data processing under POPIA
Sharing with training providers & IASE Global
Storage for audit and compliance purposes
Full privacy policy: https://iase.co.za/privacy/
General IASE Terms and Conditions policy: https://iase.co.za/terms/
14. Communication Policy
All communication is via email.
Applicants must ensure inbox availability and accurate contact details.
15. Disclaimer
IASE Africa may:
Adjust review timelines
Modify bursary conditions
Decline any application without detailed explanation
Limit awards based on funding availability
Submitting an application does not guarantee funding.
14. Contact Information
Bursary enquiries: [email protected]
Partnership enquiries: [email protected]