The Clarets were unbeaten in September after wins against Leeds United and Portsmouth, then becoming the first team to take points off Oxford United at their own stadium.
They’re now unbeaten in six EFL matches and sit third in the Championship.
The Sky Bet Manager of the Month judging panel comprises former Barnsley manager Danny Wilson, Sky Sports’ EFL expert Don Goodman, and Sky Bet EFL trader Ivor Davies.
The winner will be announced on Friday 11th.