Applications are now open for a range of scholarships supporting venue professionals to attend the Venue Management School (VMS) or Leadership Institute (LI).
These scholarships provide access to high-quality professional development, industry connections and practical learning alongside venue leaders from across the Asia-Pacific region.
Applicants may apply for the scholarship that best reflects their experience, career stage and professional goals.
Applicants must:
Applicants should carefully consider whether VMS Year 1, VMS Year 2 or the Leadership Institute is the most appropriate program for their current level of experience.
Applying for a scholarship is separate from registering or applying for VMS or the Leadership Institute.
A scholarship application does not automatically secure a place in the program. Applicants may also be required to complete the standard program registration or application process.
Applicants may apply for more than one scholarship where eligible, but a separate application may be required for each.
Successful applicants will be contacted by the VMA office by the end of September.
Please have the following information ready:
The Event Health Management Innovation Scholarship to Attend School offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to attend the prestigious Venue Management School, where you’ll embark on a transformative journey towards becoming a seasoned industry professional.
Event Health Management understand the value of innovation within the industry as they themselves are specialists in first aid, health and medical services and aim to increase the presence of high-quality pre-hospital care specific to events and venues.
This scholarship is more than just financial assistance; it’s a gateway to unparalleled industry connections and knowledge exchange. Engage with executive-level Instructors who share your passion for creating innovative experiences and to assist in building the next generation of industry leaders.
If you are a forward-thinking individual don’t miss this incredible opportunity to receive the Event Health Management Innovation Scholarship and propel your career in venue management. Apply now and unlock your potential to make a lasting impact on the industry.
The winner receives:
Kim Bedier CVE and Richard Andersen CVE have instructed for many years at both IAVM’s and VMA’s Venue Management Schools. They are passionate about the continued professional growth of the next generation of our industry’s leaders.
To support their commitment to life-long learning, Kim and Richard are offering a Scholarship to attend school this year at Kingscliff, NSW in November.
This scholarship will be awarded to an Emerging Leader who demonstrates curiosity, self-motivation, collaboration, and resiliency.
The winner receives:
The Gareth James Scholarship offers the opportunity for an outstanding student to attend Venue Management School or the Leadership Institute.
Gareth James was a pioneer of the venue management industry. He was the inaugural CEO of the Melbourne and Olympic Parks Trust and was an architect and founding member of the Venue Management Association and Venue Management School.
Gareth was passionate about empowering people and investing in their development and saw the value in collaborating across the industry. This scholarship has been named in honour of Gareth’s legacy and reflects Melbourne & Olympic Parks’ present-day commitment to collaboration and working across the industry to deliver exceptional event experiences.
The scholarship will be awarded to an individual who has demonstrated a commitment to teamwork and collaboration, providing the opportunity to connect with like-minded industry professionals at Venue Management School or Leadership Institute, learn and contribute to the future of the industry.
The winner receives:
