The John and Ankie Piket Fellowship 2026 at the UBC Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia (Canada) supports outstanding students entering the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Science in Business Administration (MSc Business Administration) programmes. The fellowship recognizes candidates who demonstrate strong academic ability and a clear interest in management science, business research, and advanced management practices.
About the John and Ankie Piket Fellowship
The John and Ankie Piket Fellowship was established through an endowment gift in memory of John and Ankie Piket to support exceptional graduate business students at UBC Sauder. The fellowship helps talented students pursue advanced studies in business administration while encouraging research and innovation in management-related fields.
UBC Sauder awards this fellowship to students who demonstrate:
- Strong academic excellence
- Potential for success in graduate business studies
- Interest in management science
- Commitment to contributing to the business community
The fellowship is available for outstanding students entering:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Science in Business Administration (MSc Business Administration) programmes
UBC Sauder’s Robert H. Lee Graduate School recommends fellowship recipients, and graduate student selections may involve consultation with the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.
Why Choose The John and Ankie Piket Fellowship?
This fellowship allows students to pursue graduate business education at one of Canada’s leading universities while receiving financial assistance.
You benefit from:
- Financial support toward MBA or MSc studies
- Recognition as an outstanding graduate business candidate
- Access to UBC Sauder’s global business network
- Opportunities to develop advanced management skills
- Exposure to research-driven business practices
The fellowship supports careers in:
- Business leadership
- Management consulting
- Research and academia
- Corporate strategy
- Innovation and entrepreneurship
John and Ankie Piket Fellowship Summary
- Host Country: Canada
- Host University: University of British Columbia (UBC)
- Business School: UBC Sauder School of Business
- Scholarship Name: John and Ankie Piket Fellowship
- Study Level: MBA and MSc Business Administration
- Funding Type: Partial financial award
- Award Value: Up to CAD $16,300
- Eligible Applicants: Outstanding MBA and MSc Business Administration students
- Selection Basis: Academic excellence and interest in management science
- Application Requirement: No separate scholarship application required
- Application Deadline:
- International applicants: March 2, 2027
- Canadian citizens and permanent residents: May 4, 2027
- Official Document Deadline: June 30, 2027
Scholarship Benefits
The John and Ankie Piket Fellowship provides:
- Up to CAD $16,300 financial support
- Reduced financial pressure during graduate business studies
- Recognition as a high-achieving UBC Sauder student
- Opportunity to study management science at an internationally recognised business school
- Access to UBC’s academic and professional networks
Eligibility Criteria
You qualify for the John and Ankie Piket Fellowship if you:
- Apply for an eligible UBC Sauder MBA or MSc Business Administration programme
- Demonstrate excellent academic performance
- Show interest in management science or related business fields
- Present a strong graduate application profile
- Meet UBC Sauder admission requirements
Applicants must also satisfy general MBA or graduate programme requirements, including academic qualifications, professional experience (for MBA), and English language requirements where applicable.
Required Documents
You must prepare:
- Completed UBC Sauder MBA or MSc application
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Updated CV/resume
- Statement of purpose or personal profile
- Professional experience details (MBA applicants)
- References/recommendation letters
- English language proficiency proof (if required)
UBC Sauder reviews the complete admission application to identify eligible fellowship candidates.
Application Process & Timeline
Follow these steps:
- Apply for the MBA or MSc Business Administration programme at UBC Sauder.
- Submit all required academic and professional documents.
- Highlight your interest in management science and future career goals.
- UBC Sauder reviews eligible applicants automatically.
- The graduate school recommends selected candidates.
- Successful recipients receive fellowship confirmation.
