Posted: January 24, 2026
Application Deadline
Closes: February 2, 2026 (for the relevant Senior Executive MBA intake—apply early as spots are competitive).
Eligible Applicants
Open to both domestic (Australian) and international women—no nationality restrictions, but must qualify as female applicants.
Study Level
MBA (specifically the prestigious Senior Executive MBA program)
Fields of Study
Business and management (any focus within the Senior Executive MBA—no restrictions on specialization).
Scholarship Benefits
- Partial tuition fee waiver: AUD $50,000 (applied toward the program’s fees)
This merit-based award helps reduce the cost barrier for exceptional senior women leaders pursuing advanced executive education at one of Australia’s top business schools.
Program Overview
Melbourne Business School’s Dean’s Scholarship for Women and Management aims to boost gender diversity at senior executive levels, where representation often drops despite strong early-career participation. The scholarship supports outstanding women executives in joining the highly regarded Senior Executive MBA, empowering them to advance to top leadership roles and drive impact in their organizations and industries.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Identify as female
- Submit a complete application to the Senior Executive MBA program (no separate scholarship application required—considered automatically)
- Fulfill all standard admission criteria for the Senior Executive MBA, including professional experience, academic background, and any required assessments
How to Apply
The scholarship is awarded as part of the program admission process—no additional form needed.
- Apply directly to the Senior Executive MBA program via the Melbourne Business School website (submit all required documents, such as CV, references, essays, and any tests)
- Ensure your application is complete and submitted by February 2, 2026
- Admissions team reviews applications holistically; eligible women candidates are automatically considered for the scholarship
- If awarded, the $50,000 tuition reduction is applied upon enrollment
Official Application & Details Link: Melbourne Business School – Dean’s Scholarship for Women and Management
For SEMBA program info and applications: Visit Senior Executive MBA Page.
This $50,000 partial scholarship is a powerful opportunity for senior women executives—especially inspiring for ambitious female leaders from West Africa or Benin—seeking to elevate their careers through Australia’s leading executive MBA. Submit your SEMBA application before February 2, 2026, to be considered!
Questions on eligibility or the Senior Executive MBA? Drop a comment or check the official MBS links for updates.