THE PNG Olympic Committee (PNGOC) and Institute of Business Studies University (IBSU) are proud to announce the renewal of the Athlete Scholarships in 2023.
IBSU Athlete Scholarship is to upskill athletes for life after sports and it is facilitated under Athlete Excellence for Life program.
With the vision to develop the capability of elite athletes for life after sport, the scholarship will once again see athletes undergo various courses at the IBSU through this scholarship. The PNGOC is now calling for applications from interested Team PNG athletes for educational scholarship opportunities in collaboration with the IBS University in Port Moresby.
PNGOC President Sir John Dawanincura acknowledged the IBSU founder Sir Mick Nades and the management for the renewal of its continued sponsorship through an array of educational scholarships for Team PNG athletes since 2016.
“We are very happy and thank IBSU as there are not many opportunities available in the country for our athletes to train as well as have the opportunity to study at the same time,” he said.
He further stated that education is important foundation in personal development and IBSU offers high-quality education which he is grateful for. He said education qualifications attain will greatly benefit the athletes with settling in life after active sports and national representative duties. Since the inception of the program, over 50 athletes from across 20 affiliated sporting codes that make up Team PNG contingents to international multi-sports events have greatly benefitted with furthering their education from scholarships, and securing jobs following their graduation.
Moreover, interested applicants can apply for certificate, diploma and bachelor courses before February 3, 2023.
