The Forté MBA Fellowship 2026 at the UBC Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia (Canada) supports outstanding MBA applicants who demonstrate leadership potential, commitment to advancing women in business, and alignment with diversity and inclusion values. The fellowship is offered through UBC Sauder’s partnership with the Forté Foundation and helps exceptional MBA candidates reduce the financial cost of their studies.
About the Forté MBA Fellowship
The fellowship recognizes talented MBA candidates who show the ability to become future leaders and contribute to greater representation of women in business.
UBC Sauder participates in the Forté Foundation’s MBA Fellowship programme, which connects leading business schools with high-achieving MBA applicants who support the advancement of women’s leadership and gender equity in business.
The fellowship selects candidates who demonstrate:
- Strong leadership experience
- Academic excellence
- Professional achievements
- Commitment to women’s advancement in business
- Potential to contribute positively to the MBA community
The scholarship is open to eligible MBA applicants, and UBC Sauder automatically considers candidates after they submit their MBA application. Students do not need to complete a separate fellowship application.
Why Choose The Forté MBA Fellowship?
The fellowship provides financial support while helping students join a global network of business leaders focused on improving women’s representation in leadership roles.
You benefit from:
- Significant MBA tuition support
- Recognition as a high-potential business leader
- Access to Forté’s global women-in-business network
- Leadership development opportunities
- Career growth support through UBC Sauder and Forté communities
The fellowship supports careers in:
- Business leadership
- Consulting
- Entrepreneurship
- Finance
- Corporate strategy
- Social impact
Forté MBA Fellowship Summary
- Host Country: Canada
- Host University: University of British Columbia (UBC)
- Business School: UBC Sauder School of Business
- Scholarship Name: Forté MBA Fellowship
- Study Level: Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Funding Type: Partial tuition scholarship
- Award Value: Up to CAD $40,000
- Number of Awards: Five fellowships available
- Eligible Applicants: Outstanding MBA applicants
- Selection Basis: Leadership, academic excellence, professional achievements, and commitment to women in business
- Application Requirement: No separate application required
- Application Deadline: May 4, 2027
- Official Document Deadline: June 30, 2027
Scholarship Benefits
The fellowship provides:
- Up to CAD $40,000 financial support toward MBA tuition
- Reduced financial burden during MBA studies
- Recognition as a Forté Fellow
- Access to Forté professional networks and events
- Opportunities to connect with women leaders worldwide
- Enhanced career development opportunities
Eligibility Criteria
You qualify for the fellowship if you:
- Apply for the UBC Sauder MBA programme
- Demonstrate strong leadership potential
- Show academic and professional excellence
- Support the advancement of women in business leadership
- Demonstrate commitment to inclusion and positive impact
- Submit a complete MBA application before the deadline
Applicants must also meet UBC Sauder’s MBA admission requirements, including academic qualifications, professional experience, and English language requirements.
Required Documents
You must submit the following as part of your MBA application:
- Completed UBC Sauder MBA application
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Updated CV/resume
- Professional experience details
- Reference letters
- Personal profile and career goals statement
- English language proficiency proof (if required)
UBC Sauder reviews your complete MBA application to identify suitable Forté Fellowship candidates.
Application Process & Timeline
Follow these steps:
- Apply for the UBC Sauder MBA programme.
- Submit all academic and professional documents.
- Highlight leadership achievements and commitment to women’s advancement.
- UBC Sauder automatically reviews your application for the Forté MBA Fellowship.
- The admissions committee evaluates eligible candidates.
- Selected candidates receive fellowship confirmation.
