The Bloomberg Media Initiative Africa furthers Michael R. Bloomberg’s philanthropic efforts on the continent. Bloomberg’s foundation, Bloomberg Philanthropies, supports projects across Africa in more than 36 countries including women’s economic development, malaria research, maternal health, road safety, tobacco control and helping cities reduce their carbon footprints through C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group.
Worth
- The program value is $15 000, but Bloomberg Philanthropies with support from the Ford Foundation are generously funding each successful candidate on a scholarship basis.
- Scholarships include tuition, class materials, lunch and refreshments.
- Those successful enough to secure a scholarship will be required to contribute a registration fee of $250 and will need to provide their own transport and accommodation
- Applicants seeking waiver of registration fee are asked to contact their country program manager.
Eligibility
- Applicants with working experience in Journalism, Public Relations or a related field will be at an advantage; and
- Applicants must have a baseline level of understanding of financial numeracy and be computer literate, with a sound working knowledge of MS Word and Excel.
- In addition to attending the study blocks, participants will be required to complete pre-module preparation work and post-module assessments in the form of individual and/or syndicate assignments.
- Applicants must be in possession of a recognised tertiary qualification (degree or diploma)
Deadline: Ongoing
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