MBA Sustainable Leadership Scholarship
This full fee scholarship rewards candidates who can demonstrate substantial experience of leading sustainable and or social business initiatives. The successful candidate will also be an inspirational role model for peers and colleagues looking to become sustainable business leaders of the future.
About this scholarship
Value of award
A full fee award of £33,250, payable towards the cost of tuition fees
Number of awards available
One
Start date and duration
September 2026 for one year of study
Sponsor
Newcastle University Business School
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this full-fee scholarship you must meet the following criteria:
- hold an offer (conditional or unconditional) for admission in September 2026 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).
- completed the scholarship application form including submitting an essay of no more than 1,500 words in response to the question listed. Submissions need to be in English
- have worked or currently work in a sector which is moving to more sustainable business models e.g. energy, packaging
How to apply
Candidates need to complete an online application form including an essay.
Applications and essays will be reviewed by the School’s MBA Scholarship Committee.
Links to the application form will be sent to all eligible offer holders via email.
Application deadline
The closing date for applications is 10 April 2026.
If a suitable candidate has not been found by this date, the application deadline will be extended.