Funding options
Championing the Community – Locally Resident
How to apply If you’re self-funded or partially employer funded and are interested in applying to one of our MBA programmes, you will need to submit a written statement alongside your application. You should outline why you believe you should be awarded the scholarship, taking the criteria listed in the Scholarship Criteria into consideration. The scholarship committee decide on scholarship awards on an ongoing basis during the recruitment cycle but applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.
What we are looking for in your scholarship statement
■ Evidence of how you embody or embrace the scope of the scholarship category you are applying for, and why it resonates most with you ■ New, innovative thinking – the potential to become a future Change Maker ■ The passion to instigate positive change in the world of business or in the community ■ Evidence of a well-rounded individual with ongoing potential to achieve ■ Experiences that you can share with the rest of your cohort ■ Additional information not presented in your three other application essays. Other things to consider ■ Make sure you fully understand the scholarship criteria ■ Avoid grammar and spelling mistakes ■ Stay focused on the objective of the statement. FAQ Q. When will I hear if my scholarship application has been successful? A. You will receive your scholarship decision at the same time you receive your offer decision. Q. How much scholarship can I receive? A. For our Full-time MBA, Accelerator MBA, and Executive MBA, we offer a range of scholarships from 10% to a maximum of 50%. Our Global Online MBA scholarships cover up to 25% of the programme fee. Q. How are scholarship decisions made? A. Scholarship decisions are made based on your entire application process, evaluating your experience, skills, and alignment with WBS values, and your ability to positively impact society or business as a Change Maker.
As part of our commitment to the local community and promoting access to the University of Warwick, we offer a scholarship exclusively to those who live in Coventry and Warwickshire. Alumni Loyalty Discount Available for University of Warwick alumni who possess a thirst for new knowledge, new experiences, and strive to better themselves and the world around them, WBS offer a loyalty discount of 25%*. Any further scholarship awarded by WBS on our MBA programmes would be inclusive of this alumni loyalty discount. *Please note that all alumni from the University of Warwick who are accepted onto a postgraduate Masters course receive a minimum 10% scholarship from the Warwick Alumni Discount Scheme and any alumni loyalty discounts awarded by WBS are inclusive of this 10% scholarship.
Scholarships
Our scholarship offering has been designed to promote excellence as well as support diversity and inclusion. This helps to create a rich learning environment within each of our cohorts to ensure your learning experience is maximised. A range of scholarships are available for candidates who are self-funded candidates or partially employer funded.
What to include in your scholarship statement
We take a holistic approach when evaluating a candidate’s suitability for a scholarship and applications will be assessed on the following criteria: ■ Think about the scholarship you are applying for: Why do you believe you are a good candidate for this particular scholarship? ■ What is different about you? ■ What value will you add to the cohort? ■ What will we be saying about your success in the future? By doing this, you will personalise your scholarship application, helping you to stand out.
Bursaries A number of bursaries are available to
Scholarships are allocated in the following areas:
candidates experiencing economic hardship for reasons beyond their control. For example, severe economic downturn in an economy, domiciled in countries in conflict or holding refugee status. Bursaries will be discretionary and awarded to high potential candidates that can add value to our diverse cohorts. Further information on what is required for application to each scholarship is available on our website. Scholarship criteria We take a holistic approach when evaluating a candidate’s suitability for a scholarship and applications will be assessed on the following criteria: ■ Evidence of individual impact ■ Alignment with the WBS core values – Curiosity, Openness, Restlessness and Excellence ■ A desire to make a positive difference in the world of business and beyond ■ The potential to become a future Change Maker ■ The ability to fulfil future ambassadorial duties for WBS. Successful applicants are expected to work closely with the marketing and recruitment teams in order to attract future candidates onto the programme.
Championing Diversity – Black in Business
Further to this, we have also teamed up with WeAreTheCity, City Women’s Network, and Women’s Engineering Society, who support and promote women in business. If you are an active member of one of these groups, you can automatically access a 25% membership discount. Any further scholarship awarded by WBS on our Full-time MBA, Accelerator MBA, or Executive MBA programmes would be inclusive of this 25% award. Championing Diversity – LGBTQUA+ We strive to create an open and welcoming environment; a place where individuals can express themselves freely. This scholarship is open to talented individuals who are committed to being a Change Maker for the LGBTQUA+ community, with a mission to increase visibility and representation. You can apply for this scholarship if you identify as a member of the LGBTQUA+ community or are an advocate or ally for these groups.
Change Maker – Personal Impact in Your Sector This scholarship has been created to recognise individuals who seek to challenge the norm in their sector through their impactful drive and vision to make a positive difference. Applicants will need to demonstrate a commitment to making an impact in business, as well as evidence of the impact they have had in organisation and sector to achieve better outcomes and provide wider value. Change Maker – Personal Impact in Your Society This scholarship is for those who strive to use business as a power for good. Applicants will need to demonstrate a commitment to positively influencing society, evidencing the impact of their work and how they are generating better social outcomes for others, whether though their job or volunteering experience.
We are proud to welcome a diverse cohort of students and are continually working towards addressing under-representation. As part of this, we are committed to creating an environment that promotes the representation, wellbeing and development of Black professionals in business. This scholarship is open to candidates from Black or mixed Black backgrounds. Inspiring Females We’re committed to working towards a more gender-balanced future for the most senior positions in the boardroom. This scholarship is open to females who demonstrate business excellence and are inspiring role models to others. On our Executive MBA, we also offer two successful candidates an exceptional award of 50% and an invite to attend and network at 30% Club mentoring programme events as a guest. The 30% Club is a global campaign led by Chairs and CEOs taking action to increase gender diversity at board and executive-committee levels.
Q. What other sources of funding are available? A. Other sources of funding you may consider include education loans, seeking funding from your employer and personal resources.
Championing Diversity – Geographical
At WBS we welcome a large community of Change Makers from all over the world, with participants coming from a wide variety of backgrounds, cultures and nationalities. To further encourage this diversity, this scholarship is available for candidates across the globe, with a particular focus on Africa, Latin America, and Europe.
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