Fondation Rainbow Bridge MBA Scholarship for African and Asian Women

Fondation Rainbow Bridge

This scholarship is available for women from Asian or African countries
affected by natural disasters, drought or famine.

The Fondation Rainbow Bridge Scholarship was established in memory of Muriel
Dargent, Matthieu Dargent, Iris Dargent, and Muriel’s parents, all of whom
disappeared in the December 2004 Tsunami.

A graduate of HEC in 1988, Muriel Dargent presented a strong role model for
young women, juggling her responsibilities as wife, mother, and leader. As the
Financial
Director of Nihon L’Oreal in Japan, Muriel was fluent in English,
Spanish and Japanese. The Fondation Rainbow Bridge will enable young women
recipients to enrich their academic background by obtaining an HEC
MBA. Please note that unfortunately you cannot apply for this scholarship
if admitted after June 15th for the September intake and after November
26th for the January intake.

Eligibility: Recipients of this scholarship are top-caliber
female candidates who have been admitted to the HEC Paris MBA program
(Full-time only) and who can demonstrate exemplary leadership skills in one or
more of the following areas:

  • Community
    work
  • Charity engagement
  • Sustainable
    development practices

Selection Criteria: Only admitted candidates can apply for this
scholarship Women applying must come from an Asian or
African country affected by a natural disaster, drought or famine. In addition,
they must demonstrate a commitment to solving some of the social and economic
issues affecting their countries while working for the long-term security of
the people living there. Please note that unfortunately you cannot apply
for this scholarship if admitted after June 15th for the September intake
and after November 26th for the January intake.

Essay Question: Please explain in 1,500 words why you should be
named the Fondation Rainbow Bridge Scholar at the HEC Paris MBA Program, while
identifying your post-MBA goals.

Personal Financial Statement: Applicants must submit a detailed
description of their financial circumstances as well as a cash-flow forecast
for the 16-month duration at HEC.

Amount of Award: Up to two scholarships of € 20,000 per year

Application Deadline:  Rolling

Decision date: 

January 2016 Full-time intake: 18th August 2016

September 2016 Full-time intake: 18th August 2016

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