Business Leadership Scholarships

For top applicants with a demonstrated passion and commitment towards achieving gender parity and supporting women in business leadership.

• Value:
  $10,000 – $60,000 for international applicants
  $10,000 – Full Tuition for Canadian citizens and permanent resident applicants
• Application deadline:
  March 11, 2025 for international applicants
  May 6, 2025 for Canadian citizens and permanent resident applicants
• Official document deadline:
  June 30, 2025

For high-achieving MBA applicants with a strong background in sustainability, social entrepreneurship and commitment to social causes within their communities.

• Value:
  $10,000 – $60,000 for international applicants
  $10,000 – Full Tuition for Canadian citizens and permanent resident applicants
• Application deadline:
  March 11, 2025 for international applicants
  May 6, 2025 for Canadian citizens and permanent resident applicants
• Official document deadline:
  June 30, 2025

Dedicated for one international applicant who demonstrates exceptional aptitude and academic excellence, with preference to international applicants.

• Value:
  Up to 50% of tuition fees
• Application deadline:
  March 11, 2025
• Official document deadline:
  June 30, 2025

Awarded to Indigenous applicants who demonstrate outstanding academics and leadership potential in their communities. One domestic full-tuition scholarship available.

• Value:
  $10,000 – Full tuition
• Application deadline:
  May 6, 2025
• Official document deadline:
  June 30, 2025

Dedicated for one international applicant who demonstrates exceptional aptitude and academic excellence, with preference to international applicants.

• Value:
  Up to 50% of tuition fees
• Application deadline:
  March 11, 2025
• Official document deadline:
  June 30, 2025

Global Achievement Scholarships are offered to students who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance and noteworthy personal and/or professional achievements. These awards recognize outstanding contribution to the global dynamic environment and those who drive positive organizational change on an international scale. These scholarships aim to recognize and support global talents and the potential of students from diverse backgrounds.

• Value:
  $20,000 – $60,000 for international applicants
  $20,000 – Full tuition for permanent resident and Canadian applicants
• Application deadline:
  October 15, 2024
• Official document deadline:
  June 30, 2025

This prestigious, merit-based award is open to Canadian citizens, permanent resident and international applicants who embody a strong alignment with UBC Sauder values of rigour, respect and responsibility. Applicants must have an exceptional track record of academic excellence, community involvement and business leadership skills.

• Value:
  $20,000 – $60,000 for international applicants
  $20,000 – Full Tuition* for Canadian citizens and permanent resident applicants
• Application deadline:
  January 10, 2025 for international applicants
  May 6, 2025 for Canadian citizens and permanent resident applicants
• Official document deadline:
  June 30, 2025

*Up to one full tuition award available

For top talent international MBA applicants who reflect the highest standards of academic excellence.

• Value:
  $10,000 – $60,000
• Application deadline:
  March 11, 2025
• Official document deadline:
  June 30, 2025

For an Indigenous person from Canada in Commerce & Business Administration with preference for a graduate level applicant.

• Value:
  $11,000
• Application deadline:
  May 6, 2025
• Official document deadline:
  June 30, 2025

Up to six awards for incoming MBA applicants who are a member of an underrepresented community and equity deserving. Scholars will be selected based on their demonstrated commitment to building a culture of inclusion in their communities and excellence in academic and professional settings.

• Value:
  $25,000 – Full Tuition*
• Application deadline:
  March 11, 2025 for international applicants
  May 6, 2025 for Canadian citizens and permanent resident applicants
• Official document deadline:
  June 30, 2025

*Up to one domestic full tuition award and one international full tuition award available

Two entrance awards of $10,000 each have been made available annually through a gift from Ray Kruck and Jennifer Vancini to support outstanding applicants entering the Master of Business Administration program who wish to pursue a career in sustainability and climate action related work. Applicants must demonstrate their commitment to effectively addressing the climate crisis through past work experience, responsible leadership and community involvement, and future career ambitions.

• Value:
  $10,000
• Application deadline:
  March 11, 2025 for international applicants
  May 6, 2025 for Canadian citizens and permanent resident applicants
• Official document deadline:
  June 30, 2025

Ray Kruck (MBA 1992) and Jennifer Vancini (MBA 1993) are entrepreneurs who have stayed closely connected with UBC since their graduation, giving their time to the UBC Sauder School of Business programs like the Creative Destructive Lab – Vancouver, all while living in San Francisco. Ray is the CE0 and Founder of Tugboat Logic, and Jennifer is a General Partner at Mighty Capital. Ray and Jennifer established this award to support future MBA students as they pursue their education and help UBC Sauder School of Business attract a diverse group of leaders, who will make a positive impact in the world. The awards are made on the recommendation of the UBC Sauder School of Business’s Admissions Committee.

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