28 Miss. Code R. § 305-2.21
From time to time, the Mississippi State Port Authority will sponsor, promote, or offer continuing education and training programs for employees of MSPA. All education and training programs shall be directly related to furthering and enhancing the overall professionalism of the MSPA staff. Employees may submit applications and requests to the Executive Director to participate in outside education and training assistance. All requests will be reviewed and evaluated based upon the overall benefit the education and training program will have upon the Port Authority and the employee. The Executive Director may approve special tuition assistance and cooperative financial support for continuing education and training programs only if the continuing education and training program will enhance an employee's ability to perform specific job duties and responsibilities.
28 Miss. Code. R. § 305-2.21