MBA scholarships
Imperial College Business School is pleased to offer significant scholarship funding to our most talented applicants. A range of scholarships are available, including several dedicated schemes for specific MBA programmes, and it is recommended that you apply early to give yourself the best chance of receiving an award. View full information about scholarship award amounts, eligibility requirements, how to apply and deadlines for each programme:
Please note, scholarships are updated for the next academic year.
Scholarships and awards across all MBA programmes
Amount
50% of the tuition fee
Summary
Imperial College Business School is proud to be a global organisation with students from all over the world. Currently, students from Black or mixed black backgrounds are underrepresented in our student cohort and we're working to improve this. To encourage this further, we are offering scholarships to students from Black or mixed black backgrounds from all regions, who can demonstrate their leadership potential and want to make a positive contribution to the Imperial community.
Eligibility
The Black Future Leaders Scholarship is available to applicants demonstrating an outstanding track record of leadership and/or leadership potential. Self-identification of ethnicity from a Black or mixed background (including Black African or Black Caribbean and any other mixed black background) is also a requirement.
How to apply
Candidates who submit their application by the deadlines below and receive an offer for the programme will be eligible to apply for this scholarship. A video assessment is required for this scholarship. Further details will be communicated once you have received an offer for the programme.
Requirements
- An excellent academic background
- An excellent track record of professional achievement
- A strong track record of leadership and/or leadership potential (this may include during your studies, work experience and internships, and/or within your community)
- The overall strength of your application and interview performance, including references
Deadline
- Full-Time MBA: 16 January 2023
- Global Online MBA September 2023 intake: 30 May 2023
- Global Online MBA January 2024 intake: 11 September 2023
- Weekend MBA: 9 January 2023
- Executive MBA: 6 November 2023
Amount
£20,000 - Global Online MBA and Weekend MBA
£25,000 - Full-Time MBA and Executive MBA
Summary
Our vision is to benefit business and improve society through the power of innovative thinking. We are delighted to offer the Dean's Impact Scholarship to candidates who demonstrate impact and achievement in any of the five key areas listed below.
- Entrepreneurship
- Technology and Innovation
- Sustainability
- Social Impact
- Leadership
Eligibility
All successful applicants are eligible to apply for this award.
How to apply
Candidates who submit their application and receive an offer for the programme will be eligible to apply for this scholarship. A video assessment is required for this scholarship, and details will be communicated once an offer has been made. Awards will be made throughout the admissions cycle but only a limited number are available, so we recommend applying early.
Deadline
- Full-Time MBA: 15 May 2023
- Global Online MBA September 2023 intake: 30 May 2023
- Global Online MBA January 2024 intake: 11 September 2023
- Weekend MBA: 31 October 2022
- Executive MBA: 11 September 2023
Amount
Up to £10,000 - Global Online MBA and Weekend MBA
Up to £15,000 - Full-Time MBA and Executive MBA
Summary
Scholarships are available for applicants demonstrating all-round excellence in their application and interview performance.
Eligibility
All successful applicants are eligible to apply for this award.
How to apply
Candidates who submit their application and receive an offer for the programme will be eligible to apply for this scholarship. Awards will be made throughout the admissions cycle but only a limited number are available, so we recommend applying early. Successful candidates will be notified by the Admissions team within two weeks of an offer being made.
Requirements
An excellent application, demonstrating academic merit, strong professional or internship experience, clear career plan and leadership potential.
Deadline
- Full-Time MBA: 15 May 2023
- Global Online MBA September 2023 intake: 3 July 2023
- Global Online MBA January 2024 intake: 23 October 2023
- Weekend MBA: 13 February 2023
- Executive MBA: 11 September 2023
Amount
10% reduction in fees
Eligibility
Your Imperial degree opened doors after graduation. Now, find out how an MBA can help open new opportunities to accelerate or pivot your career, with a reduction in your fees. This bursary is available to candidates who have previously been awarded an undergraduate degree or a postgraduate Master’s degree by Imperial College London.
How to apply
Eligible candidates who receive an offer for the programme will automatically receive the bursary as a reduction to their tuition fees.
Requirements
- Available to candidates who have previously been awarded an undergraduate degree or a postgraduate Master’s degree by Imperial College London
Deadline
- Full-Time MBA: 15 May 2023
- Global Online MBA September 2023 intake: 3 July 2023
- Global Online MBA January 2024 intake: 23 October 2023
- Weekend MBA: 9 January 2023
- Executive MBA: 8 January 2024
Programme-specific scholarships and awards
Full-Time MBA
Amount
Full tuition fee
Summary
The Advisory Board Scholarship has been made available through generous donations from our Advisory Board that aim to provide the opportunity and means for exceptional candidates to enrol on the Full-Time MBA course at Imperial College Business School.
Eligibility
This scholarship is available to self-funded candidates who demonstrate exceptional academic merit and financial need.
To apply for one of these scholarships you must be a self-funded student who demonstrates exceptional academic merit and/or potential, and financial need that shows the inability to otherwise enrol on the Full-Time MBA course at Imperial College Business School.
How to apply
Candidates who submit their application for the Full-Time MBA programme in admissions rounds 1-3 and receive an offer for the programme will be eligible to apply for this scholarship.
A video assessment is required for this scholarship. Further details will be communicated once you have received an offer for the programme.
Requirements
- A very strong academic background and an excellent track record of professional achievement
- A high and well-balanced GMAT/GRE score
- Your performance during the admissions process, where academic and professional merit will be judged
- Your professional references
- Your video submission
Deadline
Please submit your application in admissions rounds 1-3 to be considered.
Amount
Up to £25,000
Summary
Imperial College Business School is proud to be a global organisation with students from all over the world. To encourage this further, we are offering scholarships to African students who we believe would contribute to the Imperial community.
Eligibility
Applicants who are resident in one of the 54 African countries (as defined by the United Nations) will automatically be considered.
How to apply
Candidates who submit their application for the Full-Time MBA before the final admissions round deadline and receive an offer for the programme will automatically be considered for this scholarship. Awards will be made throughout the admissions cycle but only a limited number are available, so we recommend applying early. Successful candidates will be notified by the Admissions team within two weeks of an offer being made.
Requirements
- A strong overall application with excellent academic background, career potential, references and personal statement.
Deadline
Please submit your application by the final admissions round deadline to be considered.
Amount
50% of the tuition fee
Summary
Imperial College Business School is a proud sponsor of the Forté Foundation, a non-profit organisation that champions women’s progression within business through access to education. We are pleased to offer Forté Fellowships to outstanding female students joining the Full-Time MBA. Awards of 50% of the tuition fee are available.
In addition to the financial support provided, Forté Fellows have access to a number of unique resources from Forté Foundation including:
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Participation in the annual Forté MBA Women’s Leadership Conference held in June in the United States (city tbc)
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Access to exclusive networking groups of Forté Fellows, Forté Fellow Alumnae and sponsor companies on social media and through Forté Fellow listservs
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Special e-introductions to Forté sponsor companies and inclusion in the Fellow résumé book, which is distributed to all sponsor companies
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Free lifetime Forté Foundation Premium Membership
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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.
The Fellowships are open to all women applying to the MBA programme.
How to apply
Candidates who submit their application for the Full-Time MBA by the final admissions round deadline and receive an offer for the programme will be eligible to apply for this scholarship. A video assessment is required for this scholarship, and details will be communicated once an offer has been made.
Awards will be made throughout the admissions cycle but only a limited number are available, so we recommend applying early.
Eligibility
All successful female applicants to the Full-Time MBA programme who demonstrate outstanding leadership potential are eligible to apply for this award.
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 requirements.
Requirements
- 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
- Your performance during the admissions process, where academic and professional merit will be judged
- Your professional references
Deadline
Please submit your application by the final admissions round deadline to be considered.
Amount
Up to £25,000
Summary
Imperial College Business School is proud to be a global organisation with students from all over the world. To encourage this further, we are offering scholarships to Latin American students who we believe will contribute to the Imperial community.
Eligibility
Applicants who are resident in one of the 20 Latin American countries (as defined by the United Nations) will automatically be considered.
How to apply
Candidates who submit their application for the Full-Time MBA before the final admissions round deadline and receive an offer for the programme will automatically be considered for this scholarship. Awards will be made throughout the admissions cycle but only a limited number are available, so we recommend applying early. Successful candidates will be notified by the Admissions team within two weeks of an offer being made.
Requirements
- A strong overall application with excellent academic background, career potential, references and personal statement.
Deadline
Please submit your application by the final admissions round deadline to be considered.
Amount
£20,000
Summary
Imperial College Business School is a proud partner of Reaching Out MBA, a non-profit organization dedicated to educating, inspiring, and connecting the LGBTQ+ MBA community to impact change in the workplace and create the next generation of ‘out’ leaders. Imperial joins over 50 top global business schools and more than 90 corporate partners in supporting ROMBA’s mission to lead the way to equality in business education, in the workplace and throughout society.
We are pleased to offer a ROMBA Fellowship of £20,000 to an outstanding student joining the Full-Time MBA.
In addition to the financial support provided, ROMBA Fellows have access to a number of exclusive opportunities including:
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Fellowship leadership retreat
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Free registration for all Reaching Out events including the annual ROMBA Conference, MBA treks and leadership summits
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Access to exclusive networking and professional development opportunities
Find out more about benefits of the fellowship
As a recipient of this award, you will take on a role in the leadership team of the LGBTQ+ Careers Club and represent the School as part of the Student Ambassador Scheme. As a Student Ambassador, you will support the recruitment of high calibre candidates for future years in different ways, including: attending recruitment events, being featured in promotional materials, contributing to social media activity and taking part in student focus groups. You’ll play a particular role in initiatives to encourage LGBTQ+ participation in MBA education and to champion equality within Imperial and beyond.
How to apply
Candidates who submit their application for the Full-Time MBA programme in admissions rounds 1-3 and receive an offer for the programme will be eligible to apply for this scholarship. A video assessment is required for this scholarship, and details will be communicated once an offer has been made.
Eligibility
All successful applicants to the Full-Time MBA programme are eligible to apply for this award.
Requirements
- A demonstrable track record of leadership in the LGBTQ+ community
- Commitment to ROMBA’s mission to lead the way to equality in business education, in the workplace and throughout society
- The information supplied in your original application to the programme, including a strong academic and professional background
- Your performance during the admissions process, where academic and professional merit will be judged
- Your professional references
Deadline
Please submit your application in admissions rounds 1-3 to be considered.
Amount
£50,000
Summary
The Sainsbury Management Fellowships (SMF) is the MBA scholarship scheme of Engineers in Business Fellowship. The SMF scholarship enables professional engineers to add business, finance and marketing expertise to the diverse skills they gained through their engineering training and qualifications. Each year £500,000 worth of MBA scholarships are awarded to young engineers with exceptional education qualifications and leadership potential. The programme is managed by The Royal Academy of Engineering, whose goal is to harness the power of engineering to build a sustainable society and an inclusive economy that works for everyone.
Eligibility
To be eligible you need to meet certain criteria, including to have a first degree in an engineering, allied technology or science discipline. Please see the criteria listed here.
How to apply
Full information regarding the application process can be found on The Royal Academy of Engineering website.
Deadline
Tuesday 11 April 2023
Global Online MBA
Amount
Up to £20,000
Summary
Imperial College Business School is proud to be a global organisation with students from all over the world. To encourage this further, we are offering scholarships to African students who we believe would contribute to the Imperial community.
Eligibility
Applicants who are resident in one of the 54 African countries (as defined by the United Nations) will automatically be considered.
How to apply
Candidates who submit their application for the Global Online MBA before the final admissions round deadline and receive an offer for the programme will automatically be considered for this scholarship. Awards will be made throughout the admissions cycle but only a limited number are available, so we recommend applying early. Successful candidates will be notified by the Admissions team within two weeks of an offer being made.
Requirements
- A strong overall application with excellent academic background, career potential, references and personal statement.
Deadline
Please submit your application by the final admissions round deadline to be considered.
Amount
Up to £20,000
Summary
Imperial College Business School is proud to be a global organisation with students from all over the world. To encourage this further, we are offering scholarships to Latin American students who we believe will contribute to the Imperial community.
Eligibility
Applicants who are resident in one of the 20 Latin American countries (as defined by the United Nations) will automatically be considered.
How to apply
Candidates who submit their application for the Global Online MBA before the final admissions round deadline and receive an offer for the programme will automatically be considered for this scholarship. Awards will be made throughout the admissions cycle but only a limited number are available, so we recommend applying early. Successful candidates will be notified by the Admissions team within two weeks of an offer being made.
Requirements
- A strong overall application with excellent academic background, career potential, references and personal statement.
Deadline
Please submit your application by the final admissions round deadline to be considered.
Amount
£15,000
Summary
Imperial College Business School is committed to promoting equality in business and society. We are delighted to offer scholarships for students who are part of, or allies to, the LGBTQ+ community.
Eligibility
All successful applicants are eligible to apply for this award.
How to apply
Candidates who submit their application for the Global Online MBA by the deadlines below and receive an offer for the programme will be eligible to apply for this scholarship. A video assessment is required for this scholarship, and details will be communicated once an offer has been made. Successful candidates will be notified by the Admissions team.
Requirements
- A strong track record of promoting diversity and inclusion
- A desire to drive initiatives to encourage LGBTQ+ participation in business education and to champion equality within Imperial and beyond
Deadline
30 May 2023 (September 2023 intake) or 11 September 2023 (January 2024 intake)
Amount
£15,000
Summary
The Imperial Global Online MBA Women’s Scholarships are awarded to women showing exceptional academic achievement and professional excellence, as well as a commitment to supporting women in business.
Eligibility
All successful female applicants to the Global Online MBA programme are eligible to apply for this award.
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.
How to apply
Female candidates who submit their application for the Global Online MBA by the deadlines below and receive an offer for the programme will be eligible to apply for this scholarship. A video assessment is required for this scholarship, and details will be communicated once an offer has been made.
Awards will be made throughout the admissions cycle but only a limited number are available, so we recommend applying early.
Requirements
- A demonstrable track record of leadership in your field
- A commitment to supporting women in business
- The information supplied in your original application to the programme, including a strong academic background, and an excellent track record of professional achievement
- Your performance during the admissions process, where academic and professional merit will be judged
- Your professional references
Deadline
30 May 2023 (September 2023 intake) or 11 September 2023 (January 2024 intake)
Weekend MBA
Amount
£15,000
Summary
Imperial College Business School is committed to promoting equality in business and society. We are delighted to offer scholarships for students who are part of, or allies to, the LGBTQ+ community.
Eligibility
All successful applicants are eligible to apply for this award.
How to apply
Candidates who submit their MBA application in admissions rounds 1-4 and receive an offer for the programme will be eligible to apply for this scholarship. A video assessment is required for this scholarship, and details will be communicated once an offer has been made. Successful candidates will be notified by the Admissions team.
Requirements
- A strong track record of promoting diversity and inclusion
- A desire to drive initiatives to encourage LGBTQ+ participation in business education and to champion equality within Imperial and beyond
Deadline
9 January 2023
Amount
£15,000
Summary
Women’s Scholarships are awarded to women showing exceptional academic achievement and professional excellence, as well as a commitment to supporting women in business.
Eligibility
All successful female applicants to the Weekend MBA programme are eligible to apply for this award.
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.
How to apply
Female candidates who submit their application for the Weekend MBA by the deadline below and receive an offer for the programme will be eligible to apply for this scholarship. A video assessment is required for this scholarship, and details will be communicated once an offer has been made.
Awards will be made throughout the admissions cycle but only a limited number are available, so we recommend applying early.
Requirements
- A demonstrable track record of leadership in your field
- A commitment to supporting women in business
- The information supplied in your original application to the programme, including a strong academic background, and an excellent track record of professional achievement
- Your performance during the admissions process, where academic and professional merit will be judged
- Your professional references
Deadline
9 January 2023
Executive MBA
Amount
£25,000
Summary
Imperial College Business School wholeheartedly supports the 30% Club’s goal of achieving a minimum of 30% women on FTSE-100 boards.
We are therefore pleased to offer two Inspiring Women – Executive MBA scholarships of £25,000 each to exceptional female candidates undertaking the Executive MBA.
In addition to the financial scholarship from Imperial, successful applicants will receive a range of support from the 30% Club, including a cross-company mentoring scheme and exclusive event invitations.
Eligibility
Successful candidates will demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and professional excellence with high potential for senior leadership roles.
Scholarships will be awarded based on the following criteria:
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The information supplied in your original application to the programme, including both depth and breadth of work experience, a strong academic background and high potential for senior leadership roles
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Your performance during the admissions process, where academic and professional merit will be judged
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Demonstrable evidence of supporting women in business throughout your career to date and a commitment to inspiring and mentoring other women as your career progresses, whether within your company or with external organisations
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Open to female candidates only
How to apply
Candidates who submit their application for the Executive MBA and receive an offer for the programme will be eligible to apply for this scholarship. A video assessment is required for this scholarship, and details will be communicated once an offer has been made.
Deadline
11 September 2023
Amount
£20,000
Summary
Imperial College Business School is committed to promoting equality in business and society. We are delighted to offer scholarships for students who are part of, or allies to, the LGBTQ+ community.
Eligibility
All successful applicants are eligible to apply for this award.
How to apply
Candidates who submit their application for the Executive MBA and receive an offer for the programme will be eligible to apply for this scholarship.
A video assessment is required for this scholarship, and details will be communicated once an offer has been made.
Requirements
- A strong track record of promoting diversity and inclusion
- A desire to drive initiatives to encourage LGBTQ+ participation in business education and to champion equality within Imperial and beyond
Deadline
6 November 2023
Amount
Variable
Eligibility
Open to participants of Imperial College Business School’s Executive Education Open Programmes
The bursary is available to candidates who have previously attended an Executive Education Open Programme at Imperial College Business School as a self-funded participant, within the 12 months prior to starting the Executive MBA.
Our Executive Education Open Programmes cover topics in Finance, Management, Strategy and Leadership, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Marketing and Health – and are a great way to experience our world-class executive teaching in a short course.
Award
The bursary is a reduction in the total fees for the Executive MBA, equating to 10% of the fee for your Open Programme.
How to apply
Eligible candidates who receive an offer for the Executive MBA programme will automatically receive the bursary as a reduction to their tuition fees.
Please ensure that you provide full details of the Open Programme you attended as part of your application materials.
Deadline
8 January 2024
If you are offered an Imperial College Business School scholarship and are subsequently offered a larger award by us, the larger one would supersede the first award and would not be in addition to it.
Scholarships awarded by Imperial College Business School are in the form of a reduction of the tuition fee. Therefore, if you receive another scholarship that pays the full tuition fee directly to the College, you cannot also receive a scholarship from the Business School.
"Part of my MBA was generously funded by the Forté Foundation. I knew for some time I wanted to get an MBA, so I was researching and applying to schools quite early in the autumn before the programme. By doing so, there were many scholarship deadlines that I could meet, and I would encourage anyone applying to programmes to keep that in mind."
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