AGSM Emerging Female Leaders Scholarship 2025

The AGSM Emerging Female Leaders Scholarship 2025, offered by the Australian Graduate School of Management (AGSM) at UNSW Business School in Sydney, Australia, is a merit-based scholarship designed to empower high-potential female leaders in the early stages of their careers. This scholarship provides access to AGSM’s world-class Full-Time MBA program, addressing gender inequality in executive leadership and postgraduate business education. Valued at up to AUD $50,000, it supports domestic and international female candidates who demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to advancing female business leaders. AGSM, part of UNSW Sydney, is renowned for its globally ranked MBA programs, innovative teaching, and strong industry connections, preparing graduates to become impactful leaders in an accelerating world.

To be eligible for the AGSM Emerging Female Leaders Scholarship 2025, applicants must:

• Be female candidates (domestic or international) in the first five years of their career.

• Have received an offer of admission to the AGSM Full-Time MBA program at UNSW Sydney for the 2025 academic year.

• Meet AGSM MBA admission requirements, including:

  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent with strong academic performance.

  • Minimum of two years of professional or managerial work experience.

  • Competitive GMAT/GRE score (optional for 2025, but recommended) or equivalent executive assessment.

  • English proficiency for non-native speakers (e.g., IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 94).

• Demonstrate the following selection criteria:

  • Outstanding academic achievement in previous studies.

  • Capacity and previous experience in supporting aspiring female business leaders to develop and succeed.

  • Ambassadorial qualities and potential to contribute to the AGSM community.

• Exclusions:

  • Candidates enrolled in part-time MBA, MBA (Executive), or online MBAX programs are ineligible.

  • Applicants receiving other full-tuition AGSM scholarships (e.g., AGSM Director’s Women in Leadership Scholarship) may not combine awards unless specified.

• Top Candidates: Minimum of one scholarship valued at AUD $50,000 for candidates demonstrating outstanding achievement in all three selection criteria (academic achievement, support for female leaders, ambassadorial qualities).

• Other Candidates: Minimum of one scholarship valued at AUD $25,000 for candidates demonstrating outstanding achievement in two of the selection criteria.

• Awards are disbursed as:

  • Tuition fee waivers for international students.

  • Fortnightly stipends for domestic students, payable after census dates in each session.

• The scholarship covers tuition fees only and does not include accommodation, living expenses, travel, or other costs.

• Note: The number of scholarships is limited (minimum two per year), and awards are subject to the discretion of the AGSM Scholarship Selection Committee.

No separate scholarship application is required; candidates are automatically considered upon admission to the AGSM Full-Time MBA program. Follow these steps:

1. Apply to the MBA Program: Submit an application for the AGSM Full-Time MBA via the UNSW admissions portal (www.unsw.edu.au/study) or AGSM website (www.agsm.unsw.edu.au).

2. Submit Required Documents:

   • Academic transcripts and degree certificates.

   • Resume detailing professional experience (minimum two years).

   • Two professional references.

   • GMAT/GRE score or executive assessment (optional, if submitted).

   • English proficiency test scores for non-native speakers (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL).

   • Personal statement or essays outlining career goals and leadership experience.

3. Admission Interview: Shortlisted MBA applicants are invited for an admissions interview, which also assesses scholarship eligibility based on leadership potential and global citizenship.

4. Receive Offer: Successful applicants receive an offer of admission to the AGSM Full-Time MBA program.

5. Scholarship Consideration: Admitted female candidates in their first five years of career are automatically evaluated for the scholarship based on their MBA application and interview.

6. Scholarship Interview (if required): Shortlisted scholarship candidates may be asked to attend an additional interview (in-person or virtual) to discuss their contributions to female leadership and AGSM community engagement.

7. Notification: Scholarship recipients are notified alongside or shortly after their MBA offer, typically by late 2024 or early 2025.

8. Accept Offer: Accept the MBA offer and scholarship terms to enroll and activate the award.

Note: Early application is recommended to maximize scholarship consideration, as funds are limited. International students should apply well in advance to account for visa processing.

• Completed AGSM Full-Time MBA application form (via UNSW or AGSM portal).

• Official academic transcripts and degree certificates.

• Resume/CV detailing professional experience.

• Two professional reference letters.

• GMAT/GRE score or executive assessment (optional, if submitted).

• English proficiency test scores for non-native speakers (e.g., IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 94).

• Personal statement/essays (as required by the MBA application).

• Note: Shortlisted scholarship candidates may need to provide additional materials, such as a motivation letter or evidence of supporting female leaders, if requested during the interview process. All documents must be certified and translated into English if necessary.

• MBA Application Deadlines:

  • Round 1: September 30, 2024 (recommended for scholarship priority).

  • Round 2: November 15, 2024.

  • Round 3: January 15, 2025 (final deadline for international students).

  • Round 4: March 15, 2025 (domestic students only, subject to availability).

• Scholarship Notification: Rolling notifications, typically within 4–6 weeks of MBA admission offers, by February–April 2025.

• Enrollment Deadline: Enroll by the start of the 2025 academic term (typically May/June 2025 for the Full-Time MBA).

• Note: Deadlines are subject to change. Verify with the AGSM website (www.agsm.unsw.edu.au) or contact AGSM admissions for updates.

• Email: admissions@agsm.edu.au (for MBA and scholarship inquiries).

• Phone: +61 2 9931 9490 (AGSM Admissions Office).

• Address: AGSM @ UNSW Business School, UNSW Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia.

• Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (AEST).

• Website: www.agsm.unsw.edu.au