The University of Sydney Business School Student Awards recognise the incredible contributions of our student community across leadership, employability, community building, and social impact. Whether you’ve led a successful student initiative, worked in partnership with staff, created opportunities for others, or made a positive difference in the world - these awards are for you.

This is your chance to be acknowledged for the time, talent and heart you’ve invested in shaping the student experience. Apply for yourself or nominate your team that deserves to be celebrated!

Eligibility

 Applicants must: 

• Be enrolled in a degree program at the University of Sydney until at least the end of Semester 1 2026. 

Students can apply for more than one award.

Key Dates:

• Application Open – 25 March 2026
• Application Close – 3 May 2026
• Awards Ceremony and announcement of winners – 19 May 2026

If you have any questions, please email at business.student-awards@sydney.edu.au

Students can self-nominate themselves or their teams for the following Five Awards in 2026: 

1. Business School Clubs and Societies Employability Team of the Year (teams of up to 6)   

This award is only open to affiliated Clubs and Society teams of the University of Sydney Business School and is for a team who made an exceptional contribution to the delivery of the club or society’s employability activities. This award recognises the role of clubs and societies in bringing together industry and students, leveraging connections and demonstrating impact and dedication to their peers’ development by inclusively delivering informative and meaningful experiences and opportunities for members.  

Applicants should share specific details about the events or programs, including guests, participants, the objectives (and how they met them), outcomes and impact.  

2. Business School Clubs and Societies Community Building Team of the Year (Teams of up to 6)  

This award is only open to affiliated Clubs and Society teams of the University of Sydney Business School and recognises the effort involved in welcoming new students to our Clubs and Societies with events that diversify and inclusively connect commencing and continuing students. The team receiving this award has gone above and beyond to encourage inclusion of all current and prospective members. In doing so, not only do they ensure that students at all stages of their degree can enjoy events, but that they also feel connected to their peers and able to build their personal networks. It recognises the importance of strong leadership, collaboration, openness, and consistent effort in creating distinctive opportunities for growth and connection in our clubs and societies.  

Applicants should share specific details about the events or programs, including planning, participants, the objectives and how they met them. 

3. Students as Partners Award (Individuals)   

This prize acknowledges the significant contributions of students as partners in delivering Business School initiatives. The recipients follow the principles of the University’s Student Partnership Charter, collaborating to drive positive change through their work with the Business School, making an outsized contribution to our ability to deliver a distinctive student experience.   

This award is for students who are engaged by the Business School as careers leaders, student ambassadors, PASS facilitators, and Maths in Business tutors.  

Applicants should set out their contributions in terms of ideas, approaches or solutions as well as articulate their own motivating priorities in the role. 

4. University of Sydney Business School Community Leader of the Year (Individuals - One undergraduate recipient, one postgraduate recipient) 

This award recognises the sustained contributions of students across a range of extra-curricular activities that have benefitted their Business School peers. The winners are students who have strengthened the Business School community, provided opportunities to others or enhanced the Business School’s reputation as an open and inclusive environment for all students.   

This award is for students who have made an outstanding contribution to the Business School Community  

5. University of Sydney Business School Student Leadership for Good Award (Individuals) 

This award recognises leadership in all its forms, and the impact our leaders have beyond the University. The recipient applies their knowledge to meaningful social problems to drive outcomes that are aligned to Business School priorities: innovation, responsibility, and sustainability for impact.   

This award is for students who have made as outstanding contribution outside of the University.  

6. Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) Award (Individuals and/or Teams) 

The PRME Student Award celebrates outstanding contributions to sustainability, leadership, and impact within the Business School community. The award recognises student(s) who have demonstrated initiative, innovation, and commitment to advancing the SDGs through academic, co-curricular, or community engagement.

7. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Student Award (Individuals and/or Teams)

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Student Award celebrates students who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to advancing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion within the Business School community and beyond. It recognises leadership, advocacy, and impact in creating a more inclusive and equitable environment through academic, co-curricular, or community engagement. This award is open to both individuals and groups and aligns with the University of Sydney’s Vision and Values on Diversity and Inclusion.