The Harvard Business School has launched a new program specifically tailored to help aspiring African executives reach their potential. The Senior Executive Program – Africa promises to strengthen your leadership skills and develop your insight into local, regional, and global markets.

The continent of Africa is a diverse home of various cultures, nations, economics, and politics. These differences create both unique business challenges and opportunities. To be successful, Africa’s leading executives must design and execute effective strategies for growth both inside and outside the continent. They must also create innovative offerings, nurture high-performance teams, and navigate rapid change in Africa’s markets. This program will explore the approaches of successful African leaders and prepare you to compete effectively, seize growth opportunities, and sustain success for your organization.

The course is comprised of three modules. The first will take place August 5 – 10, 2019 at Port Louis, Mauritius. The second module will consist of an independent business challenge project, which will last August 11 to November 30, 2019. And finally, the third module will occur at the Harvard Business School campus in Boston, MA, December 1 to 6, 2017. These modules will help you build the knowledge, perspective, and confidence necessary to become an effective leader and accelerate your company’s growth. The course will also give you the chance to interact with and learn from other senior leaders across Africa.

What will you study while participating in this course? It will immerse you in best practices in designing winning strategies, enabling innovation, establishing competitive advantage, leading effectively, improving governance, and more. The course is designed to maximize learning while minimizing your time away from work. That is why the second module of the course gives you a chance to apply your learning to a special project that will contribute to your organization’s success.

Modules

• 27 MAR–01 APR 2022 — Module 1 (Johannesburg, South Africa)
• 02 APR–02 JUL 2022 — Module 2 (Virtual, Self-Paced)
• 03–08 JUL 2022 — Module 3 (HBS Campus)

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The Kennan Institute has issued a call for applicants to a program scholarship at the Wilson Center. The Institute is in search of applicants who represent policy-oriented sectors like law, academia, civil society, business, media, and local government. Applicants should have diverse backgrounds and be willing to engage in inquiry and discussion but the political, cultural, economic, social, and historical issue at play in Ukraine, Russia, and the surrounding region.

The goal of this fellowship is to encourage discussion between the policy-making world and traditional academics, as well as to enhance collaboration among researchers from Ukraine and Russia along with the United States. These programs are funded by a grant from a Carnegie Corporation of New York.

Fellows will be housed at the Wilson Center in Washington, D.C. for a total period of three-month residencies. All fellows will receive full access to the region’s resources, such as the National Archives, various policy research centers, and the Library of Congress. Daily activities will include meetings with experts and officials at locations such as Congress, the Department of Defense, USAID, and the State Department.

In exchange, fellows will engage directly with other fellows and officials, and will participate in key speaking arrangements at the Wilson Center as well as those outside of the city. Fellows must also attend conferences, meetings, and activities facilitated by the Kennan Institute and participate in collaborative activities when they are alumni of the program.

There are no requirements in regards to citizenship, but applicants may choose to apply as part of a team. If applying as a team of two or more applicants, each applicant must be a citizen of a different country. These joint fellowships will help promote international collaboration. Teams are responsible for producing joint papers, presenting their work, and conduct meeting with policymakers in the city.

Fellowship competitions are held twice a year, with application deadlines on September 1 and March 1, respectively. All applicants must submit an application to be considered for the competition. Successful fellows will receive monthly stipends of $4,000 along with full access to computer and research facilities. They will be expected to remain in Washington, D.C. for the duration of the grant and will begin their residences within six months of accepting the award.

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Each year, the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, in partnership with the Rotterdam School of Management at Erasmus University, offers the Holland Scholarship. This scholarship is designed for international students who hail from areas outside of the European Economic area and who are interested in beginning their undergraduate or graduate studies at the Rotterdam School of Management.

This award provides successful candidates with up to € 5,000 for twelve months. It is awarded in the first year of study, and is paid via two separate installments – but only after the full tuition fee amount has been paid. This is usually sometime between November and February.

To apply, candidates must be from areas outside of the European Economic Area and be prospective students who are beginning their studies in 2019-2020. Candidates must be applying for full-time bachelor’s or master’s programs and must meet the specific requirements of the program they are applying for. Candidates must also not have degrees from educational institutions in the Netherlands (this excludes students who participated in exchange programs in the Netherlands).

The award is designed to be distributed throughout multiple programs, allowing for great diversity in distribution. Some preference may be given to applicants for certain programs to ensure a certain distribution and equality.
To apply, candidates must prove their excellence in prior education. This should be done by proving a GPA that is the equivalent of a Dutch grade of 8.0 on the Dutch grading scale 1-10. For students who have already attended some post-secondary education, those grades must be supplied in addition to secondary scores. Students who are recipients of other scholarships exceeding the amount of this award may not apply.

Recipients of the award agree to assist the Recruitment and Admissions Office by committing to eight hours per month of work during the academic year. Recipients also agree to begin their visa procedures before June 2019.
To begin the application process, interested candidates should register for the Bachelor International Business Administration program in Studielink. A link to the online application form will then be forwarded. Candidates should submit a scholarship application letter, an explanation of why they would need a scholarship (in other words, a description of the candidate’s current financial situation), an explanation of why the scholarship is deserved, a clear financial plan for years two and three, and certified copies of other scholarships granted.
All materials must be submitted no later than January 31 2019. Award recipients will be determined by April 15 2019.

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The MBA program at the Imperial College Business School is recognized globally as one of the best of its kind. The financial aid department is generous in awarding funds to needy students, including dozens of scholarships for qualified candidates. Each year, the Brilliant Minds Scholarship is awarded to several applicants who demonstrate superior intellect and career potential. This scholarship is need-based, granting awards of up to £52,000.

Scholarships are awarded to candidates with profound academic backgrounds as well as high balanced GMAT scores. Scores must be submitted by the application deadline. Each candidate will also be evaluated by his or her performance during the admissions process, where both academic and professional merit will be judged. Professional references and a first class honors degree or international equivalent is also required.

To apply, candidates should submit their applications, GMAT scores, and essays before January 25 for the first decision committee. Materials can alternatively be submitted by March 2019 for second decision, but they must have received an offer for the full-time MBA program beginning in September 2019. These candidates will be automatically considered. All applications and related materials are due by March 15 2019. Applications to the MBA program must be submitted by January 25 2019 for full consideration.

When submitting materials, essays can be submitted as part of the application process or as email attachments to mba@imperial.ac.uk. These must be included or sent separately by the stated application deadlines. Emails should include the phrase “Brilliant Minds Scholarship application” and the candidate ID number in the subject line. The essay should discuss the topic of the candidate’s greatest academic achievement and why this is a particular source of pride. Essays should be no more than seven hundred words.

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Stanford University invites students with exceptional drive and strong business acumen to apply to their top-ranked MBA program. To be eligible, candidates must have received a U.S. bachelor’s degree or equivalent. In the application, each student must provide information about all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended, as well as academic degrees pursued. Candidates must also supply their grade point averages, transcript of courses, and language proficiency evidence.

No particular past curriculum of study is required. Grade point averages are evaluated based on the scale used by the candidate’s’ institution, but no minimum GPA is required for admission. Electronic transcripts must be supplied from each university attended for at least one full academic year. High school transcripts are not required. While no particular classes are required, calculus and statistics can significantly strengthen a candidacy. An application fee of $275 is also required, but this fee is waived for active-duty U.S. military service members or veterans.

GMAT and GRE test scores are required, but no test is preferred over the other. The LSAT or MCAT may not be used in place of the GMAT or GRE. Tests must be taken after September 2013 for Round 1 admission, after January 10 2014 for Round 2 admission, and after April 3 2014 for Round 3 admission. Scores can be sent directly from Pearson VUE or ETS. Report only the scores from the test that you wish for the admissions committee to consider, as they will not average test scores. Individuals who do not speak English as a native language must submit the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE. Scores are valid for two years.

Work experience is not required, but this information can be included on the application to help strengthen an individual’s candidacy. However, positions held prior to university attendance should not be considered. Full-time and part-time work experiences, as well as internships, may be submitted. A one-page resume should be supplied, as well as letters of reference from a direct supervisor or someone familiar with your work. Personal information, like activities, interests, awards, and honors should also be included.

Applications are evaluated based on several qualifications, including intellectual ability, leadership potential (as demonstrated by past experiences, both academic and not), and personal characteristics and achievements. No single factor determines the best fit for each student, and each application is considered thoroughly and holistically. Each candidate must also write two personal essays addressing what matters most to you and why, and why Stanford is the best fit for MBA study. Both essays combined must not exceed 1,150 words.

The Stanford admissions team considers each candidate’s attitude toward learning as well as intellectual aptitude. They look at every applicant’s passions, interests, and initiative, as well as whether those passions are relevant to the candidate’s chosen career. The team also evaluates personal character, integrity, and their overall social responsibility. There is no “ideal” or “typical” Stanford MBA student, so the community is inclusive of a diverse student body with incomparable skills.

That being said, the admissions committee does operate with several basic assumptions about each candidate. First, they recognize that all students don’t fit into a certain mold, but that past actions are the best predictor of future behavior. Furthermore, the process of developing a talent is just as important as the talent itself, and while admitted candidates tend to have stronger analytical, creative, and management skills, there is no professional background required for the MBA program.

Applications should be submitted in any of three different application rounds. Each candidate may apply for only one application round. First or second round applicants receive several benefits, including the ability to receive need-based financial aid, time to complete quantitative or English language coursework prior to starting classes, access to on-campus housing lottery systems, time to complete a visa application, and the opportunity to attend Admit Weekend.

For Round 1 admission, all application materials must be received by September 18, 2018. Notifications will be sent on December 13, with responses and deposits due by early February 2019. For Round 2 admission, all applications must be sent by January 10, 2019, with notifications sent on March 28. Replies and deposits must be sent by early May 2019. Finally, for Round 3 admission, applications must be sent by April 3, 2019, with decisions sent on May 16 and responses due by late May 2019.

Candidates who are offered admission are expected to enroll in the MBA or dual/joint-degree program in the year for which they are admitted. The only exception to this is if you meet the eligibility criteria for deferred enrollment; otherwise, deferment is not allowed and candidates will be expected to reapply.

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The Department of Strategic Management at the Copenhagen Business School employs fourteen full-time faculty members, as well as a range of part-time faculty and PhD students. The department focuses on strategic and international management in both research and teaching, allowing students and teachers to equally study topics such as the creation and implementation of global strategies, social networks, or strategic entrepreneurship.

With a goal of continuing to be among the leading departments in strategic and international management in Europe, the university offers a PhD scholarship in Strategic Management. This scholarship is designed for any student pursuing a project in the field of strategic management, such as contracting, human capital, network strategy, or data-driven business models and growth.

Applications are welcomed from any field of strategic management. Applications will be reviewed and rated based on the quality of their proposed projects, as well as their overall quality as candidates. Project proposals must reside in the field of strategic management in order to be eligible.

Scholarships last for three years, and include a fully salaried position comprehensive of tuition fees, travel grants, a salary, and office space. Salaries start at DKK 23,770 (or 3,160 euro) up to DKK 28,964 (3,860 euro). Salaries and appointments are dependent on experience and project quality and extent, and are determined by the Ministry of Finance’s agreement with the Central Academic Organization.

The PhD candidate who is the recipient of this award will be enrolled at the PhD school in Economics and Management. The program is highly international and recipients are expected to participate in all international research conferences. The successful candidate will have basic training at the Maser’s level and have received a minimum grade point average of at least 8.2 on the Danish scale. Applicants must also be fluent in English.

To apply, interested candidates should submit a five-page project description, proposing the scope and extent of the research the candidate intends to perform if selected. Copies of Master’s degree certificates, a curriculum vitae, a list of papers and publications, and one copy of a selected written work must also be supplied. Finally, all interested candidates must include documentation of proficiency in the English language, demonstrated through examinations such as the TOEFL, GMAT, or GRE.

All applications must be submitted by May 1, 2018. Successful candidates will be notified if and when they need to submit additional documentation.

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The University of Cambridge invites talented business students to apply to its Business and Entrepreneurship Summer Program. This two-week course provides students with core academic training from business practitioners and entrepreneurs, as well as in-depth hands-on sessions. Also available to students in this program are mentoring sessions, workshops, coaching, seminars, evening talks, and site visits.

Students will experience fifty-one contact hours of study, learning concepts and ideas related to business and entrepreneurship. Topic areas of study include prototyping and MVP, service provision, marketing delivery, value propositions, route to market, revenue streams, and many other areas. In addition, during the afternoon segment of each day’s schedule, students will work on teamwork, mentoring, and pitch development, along with entrepreneurship clinics and presentations to panels.

Newnham College

The program is available for residents and non-residents, and provides a full day of activities. Residents will live and dine in one of four historic Cambridge Colleges. These colleges are both beautiful and historic, providing students with unique opportunities to live and learn where former Nobel Prize winners and other accomplished graduates have resided. However, students who wish to attend the program but live off campus may do so. This part of the program is offered at a discounted rate.

Gonville and Caius College

A registration fee of £250 is due for each term or part of term attended. Any level of student may apply, including undergraduates, graduates, and aspiring entrepreneurs. Interested applicants should submit a two to three hundred word statement outlining their current business knowledge and intended program outcomes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with a first-come, first-serve policy.

Applicants must be proficient in English, evidenced by successful scores on examinations such as the IELTS or TOEFL, if necessary. Students who are attending the program from outside of the country may also be required to obtain study visas. Applicants may apply online. Questions can be directed to intenq@ice.cmac.uk.

Selwyn College

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Offering six courses over two sessions, along with an extensive and stimulating social program, the Imperial College Business School’s Summer School is an excellent opportunity for students to experience life in London. This program is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students and allows students to improve their academic standing in one of the most culturally profound cities in the world.

The Summer School program provides academic credit and serves as a great boost for a resume or CV. While enrolled, students will study at a global top ten ranked university while experience an enriching curriculum in the center of London. Numerous networking and social opportunities will be provided as well.

Two sessions are available, with the first beginning on July 2 and ending on July 20. Available courses in this session include Accounting for Decision Makers, Entrepreneurial Smart Camp, and Principles of Finance. The second session extends from July 23 to August 10, with available courses including Business Strategy and Consulting, Strategic Marketing, and Topics in Finance. Each program of study exposes students to a diversity of mindsets, opinions, and experiences.

These courses are open to any current undergraduates or postgraduates, provided that they have less than five years’ work experience. Applicants must be either studying towards or already have been awarded a degree. Most accepted applicants will have high grades, achieving an Upper Second Class Honours degree or the equivalent. Imperial College MSc and PhD students may not apply. There may be additional, course-specific grade requirements as well.

To apply, interested candidates should submit an online application. There is no required fee. Applicants should also submit short personal statements of up to 500 words outlining their reasoning for choosing their specific courses. A curriculum vitae, university transcripts, and English language test certificates (if applicable) must be supplied as well.
 

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This graduate-level course is taught entirely in English, and is ideal for individuals with basic familiarity with business concepts. It recognizes that taking and maintaining a competitive advantage requires more than timing or a snap solution. It instead necessitates a thoughtful, well-implemented strategy. This course gives practitioners the tools and structures necessary to develop effective strategies.

Students will learn how to evaluate the success and modifications of their own strategies, as well as how to determine the source of a potential advantage. This source may encompass the internal, external, and dynamic fit of the strategy. Students will also be able to assess the impact of the moves of their competitors and how to maintain an advantage, while also understanding the factors that create and maintain competitive advantage. Upon finishing the course, students will have an idea of how to identify barriers to change, as well as how to implement a successful, advantageous edge.

The course syllabus will tackle basic questions such as, “What is strategy?” and also address the difference between organizational effectiveness and strategy. It will examine the importance of tradeoffs and the value chain, and also look at interactions among strategic choices.

This course is taught by David M. Knott, Professor of Management at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. The course is designed for busy working professionals and is offered entirely online. Graduates will earn continuing education credits that are often required for certifications and licensures.

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The course is taught by Harvard Law professor Charles Fried, who is one of the world’s leading authorities on contract law. He has been teaching at Harvard Law School for over fifty years and has written extensively on contract law. Professor Fried provides a unique course experience with extensive study in contract law and the utilization of an engaging storytelling approach.

In addition to reviewing basic contract components and policies, students will also engage in units on Interpretation, Agency, Partnerships, Corporations, and Government Regulation. Students will benefit from new materials and updated case samples. Coursework will include the study of a theoretical background of contracts, trust, and promise, along with studies on how to form contracts through valid offer and acceptance. Students will learn issues that arise when entering and enforcing contracts, as well as how to create legal relations and common pitfalls. Offered at an intermediate level, it is taught entirely in English. The course hosts open enrollment and allows students to engage with academic professionals at a minimal out-of-pocket expense.

This course lasts for a total of eight weeks, and requires three to six hours of work per week. While the course itself is offered free of charge, participants may add a verified certificate of completion for just $125. This certificate can be added directly to a CV or resume, or posted on LinkedIn. It provides an additional incentive to complete the course. To register for the course or to obtain more information, interested students should visit https://www.edx.org/course/contract-law-from-trust-to-promise-to-contract.

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