Business & Economy

Logistics is known to be the management or flow of one thing from one point to another. It includes the processes from the producer to the consumer. These processes combine production, packaging, transport, inventory, warehousing, marketing, sales and more. This can include food products, animals, liquid products, equipment, materials and other items. This industry is vital to all products, companies, and Governments. Without proper logistics, we might see a food or water shortage in an area or even a country. Delivering products and services to people all around the globe requires logistics. In this article we cover companies offering Logistics Learnerships.

This field is highly competitive and rapidly growing as more products flood the markets and more consumers are born daily. Services in this industry includes day to day deliveries, express services, economy services and international or corporate services.

Companies offering Logistics Learnerships in SA

• Transnet
• Imperial Gold Logistics
• Spoornet
• Maritime
• Namlog Group
• UTI
• BPL – Bidvest
• DHL

Logistics Learnerships Available

Most learnerships in this field are for a 12-month period, although, some may even run for 24-months. The period will depend on the company and the career field. Below we have a list of the learnership fields mostly found in logistics learnerships.

Fields available:

• Operators
• Drivers
• Supply Chain Manager
• Business Administrator
• Freight Handling
• Project Management
• Shipping Assistant
• Freight Forwarding
• Accounting
• Human Resources
• Marketing

Logistics Learnerships Requirements

The requirements for a career in this industry will vary according to the field and company. Below is a basic list of requirements that most companies have in common. There may be additional requirements which are usually stated on the application or the learnership advertisement for the company you are intending to apply to. You must meet all requirements to be eligible to apply.

Basic requirements may include:

• Must be a South African citizen with a valid ID document
• Must hold a Matric or Grade 12 certificate
• Must be proficient in English (read, write and speak)
• Must have a diploma or degree in their field if required
• Computer literacy may be required for some fields
• Must be able to work well as part of a team
• Must be able to execute orders effectively
• Must be detail-orientated and grasp processes quickly

A learnership is a legal and binding agreement between the learner and the company. Most learnerships offer a monthly stipend but does not include accommodation, meals, and transport unless stipulated otherwise. Successful candidates may be offered theoretical training combined with their practical training and benefits as deemed needed by the company.

With bursaries for economics, candidates will learn about determining factors that have an impact on businesses such as goods, distribution, production, services, consumption and more. Economics can be applied to almost all industries including government, finance, law, healthcare, science and more.

There are a variety of companies that offer bursaries for economics in South Africa. We have listed here some of those companies to considering for study in this field.

Don’t forget to take a look at the other Bursaries 2020 we have listed on this website.

Bursaries for Economics in South Africa

• GN Transport
• FNB
• NYDA
• Rhodes Trust
• Nedbank
• National Treasury
• Ceta
• Investec
• SARS
• Sizwe Ntsaluba Gobodo
• Spoornet
• MDSF Young Leaders

Here are some of the career paths one could consider in Economics Studies:

• Financial Risk Analyst
• Economist
• Investment Manager
• Investment Analyst
• Chartered Accountant
• Project Analyst
• Statistician
• Public Finance Accountant

You may also look at the following fields:

• Government Officer
• Quantity Surveyor
• Actuary
• Management Consultant
• Diplomatic Operational Officer

Professions are yours to pick and choose from with an economics qualification. You can enter a variety of industries such as banking, finance, law, insurance, government, real estate, consultancy, administration, management, accounting and many more.

Economics involve analyzing services, material, labor, technology, land and more. It includes the research of taxation, cost of material, exchange rates, inflation and other aspects that can influence businesses, people and life.

Bursaries for Economics Requirements

If you want to study in this field you must meet the stipulations of the company you are applying to. These stipulations will be made clear with each company and can include the following and more:

• Applicants who are South African citizens with a valid ID document can apply.
• Applicants must have great academic records.
• Applicants must be capable of problem-solving, observation and research.
• Applicants who have excellent mathematic skills can apply.
• Applicants must be able to handle complex data.
• Applicants need to be able to present ideas, solutions and findings through writing and speech.
• Applicants must be computer literate.

With an economics qualification, the world is an open door to you. Your career options are limitless.

Management studies provides a solid foundation for individuals interested in this field. It provides successful candidates with a thorough knowledge of business and organisational management. Studies can include human resources, conflict negotiations, organisational behaviour and development, compensation, labor-management and much more.

Many companies offer bursaries for management studies in South Africa. Here is a list, have a look if you are considering to study in this field.

Bursaries for Management Studies

• FNB First National Bank
• Multichoice
• NYDA
• Nedbank
• SARS
• SAPS
• Spoornet
• Exxaro
• Volkswagen
• Telkom

Here are some of the career paths one could consider in Management Studies:

• E-Commerce Analyst
• Supply Chain Manager
• Investment Manager
• Acquisitions Analyst
• Project Analyst
• Training Coordinator
• Systems Analyst
• Sales Manager
• Marketing Manager
• Human Resource Manager

You may also look at the following fields:

• Brand Manager Assistant
• Media Buyer and Planner
• Marketing Assistant – Technical
• Treasury Assistant
• Recruitment Consultant
• Accountant
• Sales Trainee
• Sales Support

Professions, industries and businesses are yours to select from with a qualification in management studies. You can enter the food industry, retail, banking, construction, finance, property and many others.

Bursaries for Management Studies Requirements

Candidates who study in this field and are seeking bursaries to complete their studies, or want to study in this field must meet the requirements of the company they are applying to. Requirements may be as follow and more:

• Candidates who are South African citizens with a valid ID document.
• Candidates with great academic records.
• Candidates with problem solving skills.
• Candidates who are creative and have exceptional mathematic skills.
• Candidates must be able to work individually and as part of a team.
• Candidates need to have solid language skills for communication on all levels.

With a qualification in management studies you have a wide selection of industries open for you to consider. You can have the ideal employment that suits you and you also have options not just one direction in which to go.

General commerce is basically a general study of businesses and functions, systems and more. This usually include producing, supply chain, selling and buying, profits and loss, management and more. Bursaries for general commerce can open many doors for you in a variation of settings.

Many companies in South Africa offers selected individual’s bursaries for general commerce study. We have a list of some companies you can look at if you want to study in this field and need a bursary.

Bursaries for General Commerce

• Allan Gray Orbis Foundation
• Coca Cola
• FNB First National Bank
• HCI Foundation
• MSDF Young Leaders
• Multichoice
• NYDA
• Nedbank
• PureMerit & Merit
• SA MilitaryFoundation
• SAPPI
• Telkom

Here are some of the most common careers in this field:

• Accountant
• Marketing Specialist
• General Business Management
• Financial Advisor
• Human Resource Manager
• Project Manager
• Communications Officer
• Foreign Market Analyst
• Marketing Research Manager

You may also look at the following fields:

• Property Manager
• Purchase Agent
• Executive Coach
• Quality Control Auditor
• Stock Analyst
• Supply Chain Manager
• Brand Manager

General commerce will give you great skills to enter a number of different industries and businesses. Some of these could be sports, banking, sustainability, entertainment, property, technology or many other industries.

Bursaries for Commerce Requirements

Individuals wishing to study in this field will be required to meet the stipulations as set by the company they are applying to for a bursary. Some companies may have the following stipulations and more:

• Individuals applying must have a valid ID document.
• Individuals applying must be a South African citizen.
• Individuals applying must have great mathematic skills.
• Individuals applying must have a need for financial aid.
• Individuals applying must show exceptional communication skills.
• Individuals applying must think analytical and be good with problem-solving.
• Individuals applying must be able to work individually and as part of a team.

Are you good with organizing, numbers, and communication? Are you comfortable with yourself? Then this field may be ideal for you.