Pat Norwood Scholarship 2019
• Scholarship scheme to fund CIM qualification
• CIM Ireland to fund annual membership for the successful candidate
The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) and The North West School of Marketing are proud to announce the Pat Norwood Scholarship 2019.
In memory of Pat Norwood, who sadly passed away after a short illness in 2016, the North West School of Marketing is offering those currently employed or volunteering within the not for profit sector, the opportunity to complete a Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) qualification through the scholarship.
After graduating from Queen’s University in the 1970s, Pat escaped the Troubles by emigrating to America, where he spent his adult life. He worked tirelessly as a volunteer within his local and adopted community, as a President of the Friendly Sons of St Patrick of Greater Pittston, and a Coach to boys’ and girls’ soccer teams.
The successful candidate of the scholarship will have their tuition fees for the qualification funded by the North West School of Marketing, which was founded by Pat’s sister, Marian Norwood. To support this initiative, CIM Ireland will fund the annual membership fee for the successful candidate.
Tori Phillips, a recipient of the 2018 Scholarship said: “I recently completed my CIM Digital Diploma in Professional Marketing at the North West School of Marketing, through the Pat Norwood Scholarship. Working within the third sector, with limited access to paid training, the Scholarship offered a chance to increase my skill set, with no cost to the charity.
The Diploma was challenging, but highly rewarding. I have been able to diversify my skills and take on additional duties within my organisation. Marian at the North West School of Marketing made the learning process so enjoyable and the peer support I received was invaluable.”
Discussing the scholarship, Eileen Curry, chair of CIM Ireland said: “We are pleased to support the Pat Norwood Scholarship for another year. The scholarship is a great way of remembering Pat Norwood and the work he carried out in his local community. I would like to say a huge thank you for everyone involved in the project and wish all the candidates all the best in their applications.”
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible to apply for the scholarship, candidates should meet two criteria:
1. You must work or volunteer within the voluntary/not for profit sector in NI/Ireland at the time of applying
2. You must fulfil the entry requirements for the course to which you are applying.
Application Process
The scholarship will be awarded to the candidate who best demonstrates how a CIM qualification will help them and/or the organisation they work or volunteer for.
General
Confirmation will be sought that the successful candidate is currently working or volunteering within the voluntary/not for profit sector and that they meet the entry requirements for the course to which they are applying. Course entry requirements can be found on www.cim.co.uk. There are some fees payable directly to the CIM that must be met by the successful candidate (CIM assessment entry fees). We retain the right to vary these terms and conditions as deemed appropriate. If you have any queries, please contact the course manager via marian@nwschoolofmarketing.com or 07894 272224.