The ROMBA LGBTQ+ scholarship was instrumental in making my studies at Cambridge possible, allowing me to take this significant step forward. Returning to full-time study after nearly ten was more challenging than I expected. One of the silver linings during this time was alumnus Virut Hemnilrat (MBA 2022/23, Co-Chair of Pride @ CJBS). He offered invaluable guidance and support, embodying the spirit of the LGBTQ+ community at Cambridge Judge by looking out for one another in times of need. One of my final goals as a ROMBA Fellow is to stay connected with the LGBTQ+ community at CJBS and pass on Virut’s spirit of service to incoming students.
The Cambridge MBA ROMBA Fellowship for the LGBTQ+ Community
Type of funding:
Cambridge Judge scholarship
Programme:
MBA
Provider:
Reaching Out MBA (ROMBA)
Value:
Up to £45,000
No of awards:
2 awards
Application deadline:
Rolling until awarded
Please indicate your interest in this scholarship on the MBA application form. Applications for this scholarship are conducted by video assessment.
Overview
We are thrilled to partner with Reaching Out MBA (ROMBA) to offer the MBA ROMBA Fellowship.
The MBA ROMBA Fellowship is a joint effort between prominent business school programmes and ROMBA to develop the LGBTQ+ and active ally business leaders of tomorrow.
Exclusive ROMBA fellow benefits
As a ROMBA fellow you will gain access to incredible resources and opportunities, including:
1
Exclusive Leadership Programming
Available to ROMBA fellows in receipt of this award.
2
An exclusive Fellowship Retreat
Usually held in the USA annually.
Are you eligible?
Dreaming of being a ROMBA fellow? Here’s how:
We’re searching for candidates who:
- have experience in leading LGBTQ+ initiatives in a workplace or community setting
- are active allies and passionate candidates with a clear plan to drive initiatives at the Business School during their MBA year.
Apply to become a ROMBA fellow
Apply anytime
You can apply in any of the 4 recruitment rounds. As this scholarship is awarded on a rolling basis, we encourage you to apply early to enhance your chances. Visit our apply page for round deadline.
Indicate your interest
On your application form, select your interest in this scholarship.
Video assessment
If shortlisted, you’ll be asked to complete a video assessment, details of which will be provided after receiving your interview invitation.
Represent the Cambridge MBA with pride
As a scholarship recipient, you will serve as an ambassador, working closely with our Marketing, Recruitment and Alumni teams to inspire and attract future MBA candidates.
Explore scholar stories
As we celebrate Pride Month in the UK, we find out more about The Cambridge MBA ROMBA Fellowship for the LGBTQIA+ Community – as well as the financial aid, these awards come with community membership and hopefully a lifelong involvement in ROMBA as you progress through your career.
As Cambridge Judge celebrates Pride month, we spoke to four of our alumni about what being LGBTQIA+ means to them.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Fostering diversity at Cambridge Judge
Simon Schwartz (MBA 2019) and Kin Man Claudia Chau (MBA 2020) talk about the impact of being awarded a scholarship for the LGBTQ+ community.