Scholarships

MPI Michigan Chapter is dedicated to the professional development of meeting professionals in the state of Michigan.

MPI Michigan Chapter is pleased to offer scholarships to meeting professionals for select purposes from July 1, 2023- December 31, 2024.

A limited number of scholarships are available.
No more than one scholarship will be awarded per person per fiscal year.

Certain Scholarships need to be applied for 14 days prior to the event date.

All completed applications will be reviewed by the Scholarship Committee. The actual number and types of scholarships awarded will be determined in the evaluation process and will be based on the budget established by the MPI Michigan Chapter Board of Directors.

The Scholarship Committee will consider the following factors such when awarding scholarships:

Chapter and/or Industry Involvement
Financial Need
Professional Vision

Requirements of scholarship award winners:

Participate in an MPI Michigan Chapter Volunteer Committee of the recipient’s choice
Provide verification of attendance within 30 days of event
Complete scholarship application form

Scholarships may be awarded for the following professional development opportunities:

CMP-Certified Meeting Professional (scholarship assists with application and test fees)
CMM-Certification in Meeting Management
MPI Michigan Chapter Membership Dues
MPI Michigan Chapter Events
World Education Congress
Student Scholarship (includes student membership and potential educational meetings)

All fields below required:

First and Last Name

Company

Position / Title

Address (company, street, city, state, zip)

Phone, including area code

Email address

Are you currently furloughed / laid off from your event industry job, or are you currently experiencing reduced budget through your employer which would make it financially difficult for you to register for events?

Yes

Professional development opportunity applying for:

MPI Membership Number

In 100 words or fewer, why are you seeking professional development?

Please outline financial concerns that have prevented you from achieving your goals, and how this scholarship might have a positive impact

Please describe your industry involvement (volunteerism, articles written, awards received, etc.)

I certify that the information provided on this application is true and the questions have been answered honestly to the best of my ability. I understand that I may be required to provide additional documentation or information.

Yes, I agree

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