The Women in Business Leadership Scholarships 2026 at the UBC Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia (Canada) support exceptional MBA applicants who demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing gender parity, promoting women’s leadership, and creating positive change in business and society. The scholarship recognizes candidates with outstanding leadership potential, academic excellence, and active involvement in initiatives that support women in business.
About the Women in Business Leadership Scholarships
The Women in Business Leadership Scholarships form part of UBC Sauder’s MBA funding portfolio. UBC Sauder created these scholarships to encourage and support talented individuals who actively promote women’s advancement in leadership roles and contribute to a more inclusive business environment.
The scholarship recognizes applicants who demonstrate:
- Commitment to achieving gender parity in business
- Leadership experience and professional accomplishments
- Advocacy for women in leadership roles
- Academic excellence
- Potential to contribute to the MBA community and future business landscape
UBC Sauder automatically considers eligible MBA applicants for this scholarship during the admission process. Applicants do not need to submit a separate scholarship application.
Why Choose The Women in Business Leadership Scholarships?
This scholarship helps future business leaders pursue an MBA while receiving substantial financial support.
You benefit from:
- Significant tuition assistance
- Recognition for leadership and advocacy efforts
- Access to one of Canada’s leading MBA programmes
- Opportunities to engage with a diverse business community
- Strong career development and networking opportunities
The scholarship also supports individuals who want to advance careers in:
- Executive leadership
- Entrepreneurship
- Consulting
- Finance
- Corporate strategy
- Social impact and diversity leadership
Women in Business Leadership Scholarships Summary
- Host Country: Canada
- Host University: University of British Columbia
- Business School: UBC Sauder School of Business
- Scholarship Name: Women in Business Leadership Scholarships
- Study Level: Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Funding Type: Merit-based tuition scholarship
- Award Value: CAD $10,000 to full tuition coverage for selected candidates
- Eligible Applicants: Domestic and international MBA applicants
- Selection Basis: Leadership potential, commitment to gender parity, academic excellence, and professional achievements
- Application Requirement: No separate scholarship application required
- Application Deadline: August 4, 2026
- Official Document Deadline: June 30, 2027
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarships provide:
- Financial support ranging from CAD $10,000 to full tuition coverage for selected recipients
- Reduced MBA tuition costs
- Recognition as a leader committed to advancing women in business
- Access to UBC Sauder’s global business network
- Enhanced leadership and career development opportunities
- Greater ability to focus on academic and professional growth
Eligibility Criteria
You qualify for the Women in Business Leadership Scholarships if you:
- Apply for the UBC Sauder MBA programme
- Demonstrate strong academic achievement
- Show proven leadership experience
- Demonstrate a commitment to supporting women in business leadership
- Actively contribute to initiatives that promote gender equity
- Submit a complete MBA application before the applicable deadline
Applicants must also satisfy all MBA admission requirements, including academic qualifications, professional experience, and English language requirements where applicable.
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 uses the complete MBA application package to evaluate scholarship eligibility.
Application Process & Timeline
Follow these steps:
- Apply for the UBC Sauder MBA programme.
- Submit all required academic and professional documents.
- Highlight your leadership achievements and commitment to supporting women in business.
- UBC Sauder automatically reviews eligible applicants for the scholarship.
- The admissions and scholarship committee evaluates candidates based on merit.
- Selected applicants receive a scholarship notification with their admission offer.
