The Australasian Bioplastics Association (ABA), in partnership with the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP), is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 annual Scholarship program for Australia and New Zealand.

The Scholarship program enables one eligible candidate the opportunity to undertake a Diploma in Packaging Technology and a second person the opportunity to undertake a Certificate in Packaging.

The Certificate in Packaging: The Certificate in Packaging is the ideal first qualification for those working in the packaging industry and is an introduction to the industry for those starting out on an exciting career in packaging.The Certificate in Packaging provides a level of insight and understanding of the packaging industry that adds real and measurable value to careers and businesses. This qualification provides the student with the detailed overview of packaging materials and processes that broadens their knowledge and equips them for progression within the packaging industry.

The 2024 ABA Scholarship Certificate in Packaging scholarship winner is Manpreet Kaur Grewal, Product Technologist, MSAC Solutions.

Since joining MSAC Solutions in 2021, Manpreet has had the opportunity of being involved in the critical task of collecting and validating packaging data for major Australian retailers such as Coles, Woolworths and 7 Eleven.

As a qualified food technologist, Manpreet is particularly intrigued by the complexities of food packaging, where sustainability, food safety, and cost considerations intersect.

While her experience in managing packaging projects has sharpened her ability to collect and validate quality data, Manpreet recognises the need to deepen her knowledge of packaging materials, formats, development, and sustainability to truly excel in this domain.

The Certificate in Packaging will provide her with a solid understanding of packaging materials and their functionalities, allowing her to make better informed decisions and contribute more effectively to projects.

In the next five years, Manpreet envisions herself thriving as a packaging technologist specialising in food packaging. Equipped with a deeper understanding of packaging materials and their implications for sustainability, product integrity, and food waste reduction, she aims to become a trusted advisor capable of recommending optimal packaging solutions.

The Diploma in Packaging Technology: is internationally recognised as the premier qualification in the packaging industry and prepares students to take responsibility for packaging operations at any level through the supply chain and can also lead to higher level study. Students who successfully complete the Diploma in Packaging Technology are equipping themselves for progression within the packaging industry to a positionwhere they can assume responsibility for packaging in a company at any point in the supply chain.

The 2024 ABA Scholarship Diploma in Packaging Technology scholarship winner is Angela Hanson AAIP, Packaging Technologist, Tip Top.

After completing a Bachelor of Applied Science (Food Science and Nutrition) at the University of Queensland Angela worked as a Food Microbiologist 12 months before moving on to a Product Development Technologist role at Tip Top Bakeries – George Weston Foods (GWF).

As an industry professional, but also as a consumer and a parent, Angela could clearly see the opportunity to do better for our planet – especially through packaging.

So, to drive change and improvement and to follow her passion 12 months ago Angela applied for, and was successful, in moving to the role of Packaging Technologist.

As a technically minded person Angela sees an opportunity to become a more well-rounded packaging professional by completing the Diploma in Packaging Technology.

Angela has recognised that she has numerous areas where her knowledge can be improved and believes that the scholarship will assist her in developing professionally and grow within her role.

She wants to add more value to GWF in reaching their goals and being a champion of sustainability. In her future she hopes to be a packaging expert driving innovation for a sustainable future for food, packaging and beyond.

The AIP would like to take this opportunity to commend the ABA for providing such invaluable professional development to the industry.

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In today’s challenging packaging environment, you can’t afford to make mistakes or overlook the critical details that cost precious time and money. You need the knowledge from materials properties and selection to transport packaging issues, that can help you make better decisions regarding your company’s packaging dollars-now.
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The AIP, in partnership with the IoPP, will be introducing a residential version of the Fundamentals of Packaging Technology course for Australasia. The residential course is divided into semesters to provide maximum flexibility around your work schedule. This course is also the basis for the examination side of the Certified Packaging Professional Designation; bringing you one step closer to becoming an internationally recognised CPP. In fact, everyone that completes the full course will be able to sit the CPP examination at the end of 2024.
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The Fundamentals of Packaging Technology course content is developed in consultation with packaging subject matter experts at leading global consumer packaged goods companies who face packaging challenges just like yours. Undertake the complete course and learn about all the major segments of packaging, and beyond.

Semester 1 | 21-22 May 2024

Semester 2 | 17-18 September 2024

Semester 3 | 10-11 December 2024

Semester 4 | February 2025 TBA

For further information on the course, including a detailed break-down of learning modules in each semester, please download the brochure below.

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NB: The 2024 Fundamentals of Packaging Technology Residential Course will be held in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
A Tax Invoice will be sent upon receipt of your booking. The attendance fee includes catering for morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. Due to catering and venue requirements NO CANCELLATIONS are accepted after the registration has been received and an invoice generated. Replacements during each Semester will however be accepted. Anyone attending the 4x semesters will receive the 6th Edition of the Fundamentals of Packaging Technology Textbook as a part of the fee. All other attendees can purchase the FPT textbook at a discounted rate via the AIP.

* Please scroll to the bottom of this page for on-line registration.

COURSE PRICING:

COMPLETE FPT Residential Training course (All x4 Semesters)

$9,400 + GST AIP Members

$10, 600 + GST Non Members
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*Anyone registering for the “complete” course will receive the Fundamentals of Packaging Technology Textbook as a part of the fee
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PER SEMESTER FPT Residential Training course (x1 Semester)

$2,500 + GST AIP Members

$2,800 + GST Non Members.

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Suite 1402, Level 14
55 Clarence Street
Sydney NSW 2000

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