Applications are now open for the Stephen Young Global Leaders’ Scholarship Programme (SYGL) 2026 at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
This prestigious, fully funded scholarship is offered to outstanding students who want to pursue a full-time MBA or MSc at Strathclyde Business School. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and provides a stipend for living costs. It aims to develop the next generation of ethical, visionary global leaders in business and society.
Limited scholarships are available for the September 2026 intake. There is no application fee.
Key Details:
- Degree Level: Postgraduate (MBA or MSc)
- Host University: University of Strathclyde
- Host Country: United Kingdom (Glasgow)
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Number of Scholarships: Limited
- Application Deadline: 31 May 2026
- Start Date: September 2026
- Study Mode: Full-time (1 year)
- Open To: International students and Home students (all nationalities are eligible)
What This Scholarship Offers:
- Full tuition fee coverage for the chosen MBA or MSc programme
- Living stipend to cover accommodation, food, and daily expenses for the entire academic year
- Personalized mentorship from senior business leaders and CEOs
- Enhanced leadership development opportunities, including the chance to join an international summer school, a special research project, or study electives at Strathclyde’s international centres (with flights and accommodation covered for MBA students)
- Membership in the Stephen Young Institute for International Business (SYIIB) community
- Opportunity to apply for a fully funded PhD at Strathclyde after successful completion of the Master’s programme
Eligibility Criteria:
- Meet the academic admission requirements for your chosen full-time MBA or MSc programme at Strathclyde Business School
- Show exceptional academic merit (for example, a first-class undergraduate degree or equivalent)
- Be a self-funded student (you should not have other major scholarships or full corporate sponsorship)
- Demonstrate strong leadership potential, visionary thinking, and a commitment to sustainable and ethical leadership
- Be willing to attend an interview (in-person or online) if shortlisted
The programme strongly encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including women, Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBT+ individuals, disabled persons, and students from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
Eligible Programs:
- Accounting & Finance
- Business
- Data Analytics
- Economics
- Entrepreneurship
- Management
- Management Science
- Marketing
How to Apply:
- Prepare your CV (save as: Forename_Lastname_SYGL_CV.docx)
- Download and complete the Essay Questions (save as: Forename_Lastname_SYGL_ESSAY.docx)
- Fill out the online application form (must be completed in one sitting)
Interviews will be held at the end of June 2026. All applicants will be informed of the outcome in due course.
For any questions, contact: sy-institute@strath.ac.uk
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