The Global Impact Entrance Scholarship 2026 at the UBC Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia (Canada) supports exceptional MBA applicants who demonstrate a global mindset, leadership experience, professional achievements, and strong academic performance. The scholarship helps talented future business leaders reduce the financial cost of pursuing the Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme at UBC Sauder.

About the Global Impact Entrance Scholarship

The scholarship recognizes MBA candidates who show the potential to create meaningful change in business, communities, and international environments.

UBC Sauder awards this scholarship to applicants who demonstrate:

  • International perspective and global awareness
  • Strong professional and leadership experience
  • Outstanding academic achievements
  • Future potential to contribute to the MBA community and wider business world

The scholarship supports both domestic and international MBA applicants. UBC Sauder automatically considers eligible MBA applicants after they submit their complete MBA application, so candidates do not need to complete a separate scholarship application.

Why Choose The Global Impact Entrance Scholarship?

This scholarship allows you to study at one of Canada’s leading business schools while receiving significant financial support.

You benefit from:

  • Merit-based financial assistance for your MBA studies
  • Access to UBC Sauder’s global business network
  • Exposure to international business practices and leadership opportunities
  • Opportunities to collaborate with diverse MBA classmates
  • Career development support through UBC’s business community

The scholarship also helps ambitious professionals build careers in:

  • International business
  • Consulting
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Corporate leadership
  • Global management

Global Impact Entrance Scholarship Summary

  • Host Country: Canada
  • Host University: University of British Columbia (UBC)
  • Business School: UBC Sauder School of Business
  • Scholarship Name: Global Impact Entrance Scholarship
  • Study Level: Master of Business Administration (MBA)
  • Funding Type: Partial tuition scholarship
  • Award Value: CAD $10,000 – $30,000
  • Eligible Applicants: Domestic and international MBA applicants
  • Selection Basis: Leadership experience, global mindset, 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 Global Impact Entrance Scholarship provides:

  • Financial support of CAD $10,000–$30,000 toward MBA costs
  • Reduced tuition burden for selected candidates
  • Recognition as an outstanding global MBA applicant
  • Access to UBC Sauder’s international alumni network
  • Enhanced professional and leadership development opportunities
  • Opportunity to study in Vancouver, Canada, at a globally recognised institution

Eligibility Criteria

You qualify for the Global Impact Entrance Scholarship if you:

  • Apply for the UBC Sauder MBA programme
  • Receive consideration during the MBA admission process
  • Demonstrate excellent academic performance
  • Show professional leadership experience
  • Present a strong record of achievements
  • Demonstrate a global perspective and commitment to positive impact

Applicants must also meet the MBA admission requirements, including academic qualifications, professional experience, and English language requirements.

Required Documents

You must submit the following for MBA admission and scholarship consideration:

  • Completed UBC Sauder MBA application
  • Academic transcripts and degree certificates
  • Updated CV/resume
  • Professional experience details
  • GMAT/GRE scores (if required or submitted)
  • English language proficiency proof (if applicable)
  • References
  • Personal profile/statement explaining leadership and career goals

UBC Sauder reviews your complete MBA application to assess scholarship eligibility.

Application Process & Timeline

Follow these steps:

  1. Apply for the UBC Sauder MBA programme.
  2. Submit all required admission documents.
  3. Highlight your leadership achievements, international experience, and career goals.
  4. UBC Sauder automatically reviews your application for the Global Impact Entrance Scholarship.
  5. The scholarship committee evaluates candidates based on merit.
  6. Successful candidates receive scholarship notification.