This scholarship is designed to support Department of Management & Marketing research higher degree (RHD) candidates during the preparation of journal articles or books based on the thesis submitted for their RHD. Conditions of the scholarship are determined by the Department of Management & Marketing as part of its research training program.
Eligibility
- have submitted your dissertation, but not have been advised of the result of the examination
- not hold a similar award for the same purpose
- not undertake full-time or substantial regular part-time employment during the tenure of the award (more than 10 hours per week is considered 'substantial regular part-time work')
- be within the maximum candidature period (for PhD students the maximum candidature period is 4 years)
- have submitted your thesis on or before your official Expected Work Submission Date as listed on the Student Portal, within the required candidature period
International students should ensure your visa allows you to stay in the country if upon submission of your thesis you are an un-enrolled student. International students must also comply with any contractual obligations you may owe to an employer or sponsor, particularly those obligations relating to the period to be spent in your home country following completion of your studies.
If your application is successful, please note:
- End of 1 month: you must submit a progress report using the proforma template available on the Department of Management & Marketing website in order to receive the second instalment.
- End of 2 months: on expiry of the grant you must submit a copy of submission evidence.
Selection criteria
Eligible applicants are selected based on their supervisor's report and their Curriculum Vitae.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
- The awardee will receive a maximum of $5,000 provided the preparation of texts or articles requires support for a period of two months.
- Payment will be made in three instalments. The first instalment of $2,500 will be effected from the day on which the award is accepted by the awardee. The awardee, in consultation with their supervisor, must provide a starting date when accepting the award. By accepting the first instalment the awardee also agrees to work for a minimum of one month.
- The second instalment of $1,500 will be authorised only on receipt of a progress report indicating that a substantial portion of the second month is required for preparation/completion of the manuscripts. By accepting the second instalment, the awardee also agrees to work for the full period of the second month. (The progress report must be endorsed by the supervisor and head of department.)
- The final payment of $1,000 will be received within the two months upon proof of submission to journal / publisher.
Application dates: Applications are currently closed
Citizenship requirements:
- Australian / domestic student
- International student
Applicable study areas: Commerce, economics and management