Study in UK: Imperial College Forté Foundation MBA Scholarships for Outstanding Women

When is the application deadline?

26th January 2018

Is the scholarship/opportunity offered annually?

Yes

In which host country will I be studying?

UK

What is the course level?

MBA

How do I know if I’m eligible for the scholarship?

The Fellowships are open to all women applying to the MBA programme.

Selection Criteria

Successful candidates will demonstrate strong leadership skills through academic achievement, or in roles as team or community leaders, and show a commitment to helping women achieve their career potential through personal mentoring or community involvement.

The scholarships will be awarded to applicants based on the following criteria:

• A demonstrable track record of leadership in your field
• Commitment to Forté’s mission of launching women into fulfilling, significant careers through access to business education, opportunities, and a community of successful women
• The information supplied in your original application to the programme, including a strong academic background, and an excellent track record of professional achievement
• A high and well-balanced GMAT score, which should also be submitted by 26 January 2018
• Your performance during the admissions process, where academic and professional merit will be judged
• Your professional references

Number of Awardees

Not specified

What are the benefits of the scholarship?

£25,500

In addition to the financial support provided, Forté Fellows have access to a number of unique resources from Forté Foundation including:

• Participation in the annual Forté MBA Women’s Leadership Conference held 15-16 June in the United States (city tbc)
• Access to exclusive networking groups of Forté Fellows, Forté Fellow Alumnae and sponsor companies on social media and through Forté Fellow listservs
• Special e-introductions to Forté sponsor companies and inclusion in the Fellow résumé book, which is distributed to all sponsor companies
• Free lifetime Forté Foundation Premium Membership
• Women students can also apply for a stipend to attend the annual Forté MBA Women’s Leadership Conference, organised by the Forté Foundation. The conference is a great opportunity to meet like-minded women, develop leadership skills and build your professional network.

How long will the scholarship last?

1 year

How to Apply for the Scholarship

Female candidates who submit their application and GMAT score before 26 January 2018 and receive an offer for the Full-Time MBA programme commencing in September 2018 will automatically be considered. All candidates should address the requirements of the scholarship in their personal statement.