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NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL MBA DEVELOPING TALENT AND LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

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LOCATION: United Kingdom

The Newcastle University Business School will transform and support MBA candidates who can shape the future of an organisation. Their Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship will reward MBA candidates who are results orientated, customer focused, and can demonstrate leadership qualities and values.

ELIGIBILITY:

To be eligible for this partial-fee scholarship you must meet the following criteria (MBA Partial Fee Scholarship Regulations – 2024 entry):

can demonstrate (through application and at interview) substantive managerial experience and good leadership potential for the future

hold an offer (conditional or unconditional) for admission in 2024 to the Full-time MBA programme

have substantive managerial experience of 3 years or more

hold the equivalent of a UK 2:1 honours degree (applicants who do not meet this requirement but can demonstrate relevant work experience above the minimum plus significant career progression may also be considered)

perform well at interview across all competency areas

hold an English language qualification of IELTS 6.5 or its equivalent with no subskill below 6.0 (if your first language is not English).

No application required. All candidates will be assessed at the point of interview for this Scholarship. The amount offered will be confirmed to candidates via email once they have received their course offer.

BENEFIT:

Awards of up to £13,000, payable towards the cost of tuition fees.

Up to 24 awards are available

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NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL DIVERSITY IN LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP (STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP MSC)

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Application Deadline: 28 June 2024

LOCATION: United Kingdom

Newcastle University Business School are looking to develop the next generation of diverse leaders. Leaders play an especially important role today as we turn our attention to economic and social recovery and consider how best to tackle longstanding inequalities. They are committed to supporting individuals who are not afraid to challenge the status quo and ask searching questions about what kind of society and economy we want to create. The aim is to attract students from all sectors whose organisations or role directly addresses or contributes to challenging one of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

ELIGIBILITY:

To be eligible for this partial-fee scholarship you must be able to articulate the following criteria during your application and interview:

Demonstrated how responsible leadership plays an important role for the future of society and the economy

How your work directly impacts on the UN Sustainable Development Goals and in particular (although not limited to) inclusivity and social justice

How you believe you represent an under-represented group in your organisation, sector, profession or society

Work in a SME or third sector organisations including charities, social enterprises and voluntary organisations

Work in an organisation or have a role that directly supports a more sustainable future for your region and beyond

Holds the equivalent of a UK 2:1 honours degree

Academic ability to learn at Masters level           

Substantive leadership/managerial experience 

Motivation and commitment to complete the programme

Potential to empower, motivate and provide direction in their context

Please read the Executive Education Scholarship Regulations – 2024 entry before submitting your application. 

Executive Education scholarship awards are not open to Newcastle University staff.

The closing date for applications is 28 June 2024. If suitable candidates have not been found, the application deadline will be extended.

BENEFIT:

Value of award: £12,000 payable towards the cost of Strategic Leadership MSc tuition fees 

Number of awards: Two

Start date and duration: September 2024 for two years of study  

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