Applications for the Zonta Women in Business Leadership Award are now open!
The Zonta Women in Business Leadership Award (formerly the Jane M Klausman Women in Business Scholarship) helps women pursue undergraduate and master’s degrees in business management and overcome gender barriers from the classroom to the boardroom.
Meet Past Club Winners
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Jenny Luong
2024 WINNER
2025 Zonta International Award Winner
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Tara McCarthy
2023 WINNER
2024 Zonta International Award Winner
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Clare Isaac
2022 WINNER
2023 Zonta International Award Winner
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Hannah Kneubuhler
2021 WINNER
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Molly Kenworthy
2020 WNNER
Eligibility & Criteria
The award is open to women pursuing an undergraduate or master’s business program with a major in:
Accounting, economics, finance, business management, business technology, information technology, marketing, operations management, human resources management, international business or entrepreneurship; AND
Has achieved outstanding academic record during her academic studies, including business subjects and have demonstrated initiative, ambition and commitment to pursuing a career in business.
Zonta Women in Business Leadership Award Prize
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The Club level award is $2000 AUD and the recipient is selected by the Club Committee.
Club Level
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The Club Winner is entered into the District 22 Level and can be awarded $2,000 AUD.
District Level
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District Winners are then entered into the international selection process. 10 international winners are awarded $10,000 USD.
International Level
How to Apply
The process for application is via Zonta Clubs.
Download the below application form and email your completed application to awards@zontabrisbane.org.au.
Application Closing Date: 18th May 2025
