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BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship

Supporting talented professionals in the STEM fields

Frequently asked questions

 

Find answers to frequently asked questions about the Global Online MBA program.

ESMT Berlin and the BMW Group are partnering to offer ten full-tuition scholarships for the September 2023 intake of the ESMT Global Online MBA. This program aims to nurture a new generation of leaders who will drive innovation, sustainability, and positive change in business and society in the future.

 

The fellowship

The BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship program builds on the long-term partnership between ESMT and the BMW Group. It is designed to develop tech-savvy future leaders by complementing a STEM (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics) degree with business education. The triple-accredited, globally recognized, ESMT Global Online MBA program can be completed in as little as 24 months of part-time study.

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Key features

All BMW Group Change Maker fellows will have the opportunity to meet BMW Group experts at the new factory in Debrecen in Hungary and build career-enhancing networks. With the launch of the BMW Group Change Maker Fellowships, ESMT and the BMW Group are demonstrating their commitment to fostering a new generation of leaders who will reimagine and create a more sustainable future.  

You can apply for a BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship when you apply to the Global Online MBA; your application must be submitted by 25 June 2023. While your application may be evaluated quickly, enrollment offer plus fellowship decisions will only be communicated on 1 August 2023.

The program will start on September 25, 2023.

Learn more about the fellowships from the Frequently Asked Questions at the bottom of the page.

 

Application criteria

To apply for the BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship, applicants need to meet all the following conditions, in addition to the admissions requirements for the ESMT Global Online MBA:

  • An undergraduate (BSc) degree and/or significant experience in the STEM fields:

    • Science (biology, chemistry, physics, or other natural science)

    • Technology (computing, information technology, automation, digitalization)

    • Engineering (chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical, environmental, or other engineering application)

    • Mathematics (mathematics, statistics, or other quantitative science)

  • 35 years old or younger on February 1, 2023 

  • Either have citizenship of an EU country, or have held permanent residency in Hungary for at least 3 years

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Frequently Asked Questions

We have gathered responses to frequently asked questions about the BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship. You may also want to learn more about the Global Online MBA program, or review more general program questions and answers. Need more information, simply email us.

Eligibility

  • Who can apply for the BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship?

    To apply for the BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship, you need to meet all the following conditions:

    • An undergraduate (BSc) degree and/or significant experience in the STEM fields:
      • Science (biology, chemistry, physics, or other natural science)
      • Technology (computing, information technology, automation, digitalization)
      • Engineering (chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical, environmental, or other engineering application)
      • Mathematics (mathematics, statistics, or other quantitative science)
    • 35 or younger on February 1, 2023
    • Either have citizenship of an EU country, or have held permanent residency in Hungary for at least 3 years
  • Do I need to be in Germany to apply?

    No! The fellowship is focused on EU citizens or permanent residency in Hungary for at least three years. The ESMT Global Online MBA can be completed from anywhere in the world.

  • How can I prove English proficiency?

    If you are able to share results from a test of English such as TOEFL or IELTS, then we would like to see them. Alternatively, we will evaluate your skills during the admission interview and formal proof may not be requested.

Admissions

  • What does the fellowship cover?

    The BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship covers the full Global Online MBA program tuition fee - €28,000. The tuition includes access to the learning platform and content, and required case study licenses.

    The fellowship does not include accommodation, travel, or other costs associated with participation in either the Berlin or Global Experience Weeks, nor additional program add-ons such as the 1:1 career coaching package.

    Up to 10 fellowships are available.

  • How do I apply for the fellowship and the program?

    You will apply to the BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship and the Global Online MBA program at the same time by using the online application form. There is a €50 application fee.

    To start your application, you will need the following:

    • An up to date CV showing at least three years of postgraduate professional experience
    • Answers to the following questions:
      • How will you use the BMW Change Maker Fellowship to ensure a more sustainable future (max 250 words)
      • ESMT is committed to developing responsible leaders, what is your vision of responsible leadership? (250 words)
      • Introduce yourself to us and your future classmates; tell us what you will bring to the class (video; max 2 mins)
      • Optional: Is there any other information, not covered in the application, that you would like us to know about you? (max 250 words)
    • At least one professional recommendation
    • Transcripts of your undergraduate degree detailing courses and grades
    • Proof of English (TOEFL, IELTS test results, for example)
  • Do I need to take an admission test?

    Scores from either the GMAT, GRE or ESMT’s Business Admissions Test (BAT) are optional but encouraged.

    If your first degree was in a non-quantitative or non-business background, the Business Admissions Test may be requested by the Admissions Committee.

    The Business Admissions Test is taken online. The test takes 2 hours and is comprised of four parts (each 30 minutes long):

    • Communication Analysis (CA)
    • Critical Thinking (CT)
    • Data Interpretation (DI)
    • Data Analysis (DA)
  • How much does it cost to apply?

    To apply for the Global Online MBA program, there is a €50 application fee. There is no additional fee to apply for the BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship.

  • How much is tuition in the Global Online MBA?

    Recipients of a BMW Change Maker Fellowship will not pay any tuition for the standard Global Online MBA program. If, however, you decide to take the Berlin or Global Experience Week electives and/or buy a package of 1:1 sessions with a career coach, additional fees will apply.

    If you do not receive the fellowship, the full program fee is €28,000. This may be reduced depending on the payment plan you choose. Full details are found in the tuition and fees page.

  • When will I find out if I have received a BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship?

     

      You can apply for a BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship when you apply to the Global Online MBA; your application must be submitted by 25 June 2023. While your application may be evaluated quickly, enrollment offer plus fellowship decisions will only be communicated on 1 August 2023.

      • Fellowship applications will only be evaluated once the application window has closed (25 June 2023). You will be informed on 1 August 2023.
      • The program will start on September 25, 2023.
    • What happens if I don’t receive a BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship?

      If you do not receive a BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship but have been accepted into the Global Online MBA program, you can still chose to study for your MBA online with ESMT. You will need to pay the full program fee of €28,000 which may be reduced depending on the payment plan you choose.

      You can access the full details in the tuition and fees page.

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