The Engineering Sainsbury Management Fellows Scholarship 2026 at Imperial College London provides major financial support to exceptional engineers who want to develop advanced business and leadership skills through the Full-Time MBA programme at Imperial College Business School. The scholarship helps experienced engineers transition into senior leadership roles and contribute to industrial and economic development in the UK.
Imperial College London offers this scholarship in partnership with the Engineers in Business Fellowship (EIBF) and the National Physical Laboratory (NPL).
About the Engineering Sainsbury Management Fellows Scholarship
The Engineering Sainsbury Management Fellows Scholarship supports outstanding professionals who apply for the Full-Time MBA programme at Imperial College Business School.
The scholarship:
- Awards £50,000 towards tuition fees
- Targets experienced engineers and scientists moving into business leadership roles
- Operates in partnership with EIBF and NPL
- Selects candidates based on leadership potential and academic background
Applicants do not need to secure admission before applying, as the scholarship process runs through EIBF nomination procedures.
Why Choose The Engineering Sainsbury Management Fellows Scholarship?
This scholarship allows engineers to transform their careers by gaining world-class business education alongside technical expertise.
At Imperial College London, scholars gain:
- Access to a globally ranked MBA programme
- Advanced leadership and management training
- Strong industry and engineering business networks
- Opportunities to move into senior corporate and innovation roles
The programme helps engineers bridge the gap between technical expertise and strategic business leadership.
Engineering Sainsbury Management Fellows Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Host University: Imperial College London
- Scholarship Name: Engineering Sainsbury Management Fellows Scholarship
- Study Level: Full-Time MBA (Master’s level)
- Funding Type: Partially funded
- Award Value: £50,000 towards tuition fees
- Eligible Programme: Full-Time MBA, Imperial College Business School
- Eligible Applicants: UK nationals (experienced engineers/scientists)
- Work Experience Requirement: 4–10 years post-graduation experience
- Application Method: Through the Engineers in Business Fellowship (EIBF)
- Selection Basis: Leadership potential, GMAT score, academic background
Scholarship Benefits
The Engineering Sainsbury Management Fellows Scholarship provides:
- £50,000 tuition fee support for MBA study
- Opportunity to study at a top global business school
- Leadership and executive development training
- Strong networking with engineering and business leaders
- Career advancement into senior management roles
- Access to the UK engineering and innovation industries
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- Hold a first degree in a science or engineering discipline (preferably first or upper second class)
- Be a UK national residing in the United Kingdom
- Have 4–10 years of professional experience after graduation
- Achieve a GMAT score of 650 or above
- Demonstrate strong leadership qualities and commitment to UK economic development
- Apply for the Full-Time MBA programme at Imperial College Business School
- Not a continuing MBA student
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare:
- MBA application to Imperial College Business School
- GMAT score report
- Academic transcripts and degree certificate
- Professional CV (detailing engineering experience)
- Scholarship application via EIBF/NPL process
- Personal statement on leadership and career goals
- Proof of work experience (4–10 years)
- Any additional documents requested by EIBF
Application Process & Timeline
Follow these steps:
- Apply for the Full-Time MBA programme at Imperial College Business School.
- Take the GMAT exam (minimum 650 recommended).
- Ensure you meet the engineering background and work experience requirements.
- Submit the scholarship application through the Engineers in Business Fellowship (EIBF).
- Provide required documentation, including a leadership statement and a CV.
- Applications are reviewed jointly by EIBF and Imperial College London.
- Shortlisted candidates receive final scholarship decisions.
