Being part of the Forté Fellows with my cohort and the women leaders from the different programmes across the Forté community to re-imagine community, excellence, and collaboration. I would like to thank the Cambridge MBA for supporting my scholarship, and for helping me leverage this opportunity to instigate a change. This scholarship award has given me a heightened sense of responsibility.
The Forté Foundation Fellowship
Type of funding:
Cambridge Judge scholarship
Programme:
MBA
Provider:
Forté Foundation
Value:
Up to £45,000
No of awards:
4 awards
Application deadline:
Apply in rounds one, 2, 3 or 4
Please indicate your interest in this scholarship on the MBA application form. Applications for this scholarship are conducted by video assessment.
Overview
Unlock your potential with the Forté Foundation scholarship
Cambridge Judge Business School proudly partners with the Forté Foundation, a non-profit organisation dedicated to advancing women’s careers through business education.
Exclusive Forté Fellows benefits
As a Forté Fellow, you’ll gain access to incredible resources, including:
1
Leadership conferences
Participate in the annual Forté MBA Women’s Leadership Conference in the United States or the virtual MBA TakeOff programme.
2
Networking opportunities
Connect with fellow Forté Fellows, alumnae, and sponsor companies via exclusive social media groups and listservs.
3
Professional introductions
Receive special e-introductions to Forté sponsor companies and be featured in the Fellow résumé book, shared with all sponsor companies.
4
Lifetime membership
Enjoy a free lifetime Forté Foundation Premium Membership.
Are you eligible?
We’re searching for candidates who:
- exhibit strong leadership skills in their field, academic achievements, or as team/community leaders
- show a commitment to helping women achieve their career potential through mentoring or community involvement
- embrace Forté’s mission of launching women into fulfilling, significant careers via business education and opportunities.
Apply to become a fellow
Dreaming of being a Forté Fellow? Here’s how:
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.
Cambridge MBA Forté Fellows – a lifetime of access
In addition to the 4 Forté Foundation scholarships awarded annually, we proudly nominate additional Forté Fellows within the Cambridge MBA cohort. This nomination grants you lifetime access to Forté Foundation events, resources, corporate contacts, and a vast global network. Incoming female MBA students awarded funding through a scholarship or bursary may also be nominated as Forté Fellows.
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.
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