AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF COMPANY DIRECTORS (AICD)
AICD Not-for-Profit Scholarship
full · bachelors
- Up to 375Scholarships available in the round
- Up to AUD 1,800Full value of the funded course
- ~EUR 1,100 (est.)Approximate course value in euros
- 4 core topicsGovernance areas covered by the course
- Revenue under AUD 3MNFP size threshold to qualify
- Facilitator-ledDelivered at locations across Australia
At a glance
full
Funding
€1k
Max amount
Jun 15, 2027
Deadline
Australia (Australian citizens or permanent residents)
Country
Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD)
Provider
The AICD Not-for-Profit Scholarship is a fully funded short-training award from the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) for emerging leaders in Australia's not-for-profit (NFP) sector. It covers the full cost of the Governance Foundations for Not-for-Profit Directors course, which is valued at up to AUD 1,800, and up to 375 scholarships are offered in the 2026/27 round. The facilitator-led course equips current and aspiring NFP board members with practical governance knowledge, covering the roles and responsibilities of NFP directors, governance frameworks and board operations, risk management, compliance and organisational performance, and ethical leadership and decision-making. It is delivered at various locations across Australia and is open to both AICD members and non-members. To be eligible, applicants must be 18 years or older, be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, be involved in a small to medium NFP organisation with annual revenue under AUD 3 million, and must not have previously completed the AICD's Foundations of Directorship, Company Directors Course or Boardroom Mastery, nor be disqualified from serving as a director. Applications close at midnight on the deadline and outcomes are notified roughly 6 to 8 weeks later. Because the number of scholarships, the course value and the exact closing date are set each round, confirm the current-cycle figures and deadline on the AICD's official scholarship page before you apply.
What's covered
- Full course tuition — Full coverage of the Governance Foundations for Not-for-Profit Directors course, valued at up to AUD 1,800 (around ~EUR 1,100 (est.)) per place.
- Facilitator-led training — Access to the facilitator-led course covering NFP director duties, governance frameworks, board operations, risk and compliance, and ethical leadership.
- Nationwide access — Delivery at various locations across Australia, so participants can choose a date and location that suits them.
- Professional network — The opportunity to join a network of NFP leaders and directors as part of the programme cohort.
- Professional development at no cost — Participants complete recognised governance development with no course fee, saving the full ~AUD 1,800 (est.) course price.
How to apply
Applications are completed online through the official AICD scholarship page by choosing a course date and location and submitting the form before the deadline.
- Check eligibility — Confirm you meet all eligibility criteria, including age, residency, NFP involvement and the no-prior-course conditions.
- Visit the official scholarship page — Go to the official scholarship page on the AICD website to read the current-round details.
- Choose a date and location — Select your preferred course date and location from those available across Australia.
- Complete the online application — Click 'Apply Now' and complete the online application form with your details and NFP information.
- Submit before the deadline — Submit your application before midnight on the closing date (around 15 June 2026 (est.)) and await the outcome notification.
Eligibility
AgeApplicants must be 18 years or older.
ResidencyMust be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
NFP involvementMust be involved in a small to medium not-for-profit organisation with annual revenue under AUD 3 million.
No prior AICD coursesMust not have previously completed the AICD's Foundations of Directorship, Company Directors Course or Boardroom Mastery, and must not be disqualified from serving as a director.
Both members and non-members of AICD are welcome to apply. This is a short professional governance course rather than a university degree.
Eligible countries
Australia (Australian citizens or permanent residents)
Deadlines
2026/27 round~15 June 2026 (est.)
Following round~June 2027 (est.)
Selection
Selection is based on meeting the eligibility criteria and on the applicant's involvement in and commitment to a small to medium not-for-profit organisation. The AICD reviews applications within the available number of scholarships and notifies outcomes by around early August; both members and non-members are considered.
Verified sources
- Australian Institute of Company Directors (official site)aicd.com.auofficial
About the provider
The Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) is the national membership body for company directors and governance professionals in Australia. It delivers director education, advocacy and resources, and the Not-for-Profit Scholarship is part of its work to strengthen governance in the not-for-profit sector.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who runs the AICD Not-for-Profit Scholarship?
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It is run by the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) to support emerging leaders in Australia's not-for-profit sector.
What does the scholarship cover?
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It covers the full cost of the Governance Foundations for Not-for-Profit Directors course, valued at up to AUD 1,800 (about ~EUR 1,100 (est.)).
How many scholarships are available?
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Up to 375 full scholarships are offered in the round.
What does the course teach?
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It covers NFP director roles and responsibilities, governance frameworks and board operations, risk management and compliance, and ethical leadership and decision-making.
Who is eligible to apply?
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Australian citizens or permanent residents aged 18 or over who are involved in a small to medium NFP organisation with annual revenue under AUD 3 million.
Do I need to be an AICD member?
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No. Both members and non-members of AICD are welcome to apply.
Are there any disqualifying conditions?
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Yes. You must not have previously completed the AICD's Foundations of Directorship, Company Directors Course or Boardroom Mastery, and must not be disqualified from serving as a director.
Is this a university degree?
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No. It is a short, facilitator-led professional governance course rather than a degree programme.
Where is the course delivered?
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It is delivered at various locations across Australia, and you choose a date and location when you apply.
When is the deadline?
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Applications close at midnight on the closing date, estimated at around ~15 June 2026 (est.); confirm the exact date on the AICD website.
When will I hear the outcome?
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Outcomes are notified roughly 6 to 8 weeks after the deadline, around early August in the 2026 round.
Where can I confirm the official details?
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Always confirm the number of scholarships, course value and current-round deadline on the AICD's official scholarship page before applying.