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BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship in Germany

ESMT Berlin, in partnership with the BMW Group, invites talented young professionals in mathematics and technology to apply for the BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship. This initiative supports emerging leaders who aim to shape the digital future and create meaningful impact in global mobility and innovation.

The fellowship program is open to young professionals with a background in mathematics or technology-related fields such as computing, IT, automation, or digitalization. Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of Germany, India, Portugal, Romania, China, the USA, or South Africa; individuals with refugee status in Germany are also eligible.

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The BMW Group is a leading global manufacturer of premium automobiles and motorcycles, and a provider of premium financial and mobility services. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, the company has been a pioneer in digitalization and mobility solutions.

Application Deadline: 

  • Master’s in Management: 31 May 2025
  • Full-Time MBA: 22 August 2025
  • Global Online MBA: 10 August 2025

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: ESMT Berlin in collaboration with BMW Group
  • Department: Business and Technology Programs
  • Course Level: Master’s and MBA
  • Award: Up to full tuition coverage
  • Access Mode: Online and On-campus
  • Number of Awards: 8 total (2 for Master in Global Management, 2 for Full-time MBA, 4 for Global Online MBA)
  • Nationality: Citizens or permanent residents of select countries
  • The award can be taken in: Germany

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: Germany, India, Portugal, Romania, China, the USA, South Africa. Candidates with refugee status in Germany are also eligible.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in the following programs:

  • Master in Global Management

  • Full-time MBA

  • Global Online MBA

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Hold an undergraduate degree in mathematics or technology-related fields (e.g., computing, information technology, automation, digitalization), or be currently working in such fields.

  • Be a citizen or permanent resident of Germany, India, Portugal, Romania, China, the USA, or South Africa; refugee status holders in Germany are also eligible.

  • Be aged 30 or younger on September 1, 2025 (for applicants to the Master in Global Management and Full-time MBA programs).

  • Respond to the fellowship essay question: “The BMW Group seeks to actively shape the future of mobility; what aspect of a digital future fascinates you the most and why?”

How to Apply

Applicants must apply through the official application process of the relevant ESMT Berlin program (Master in Global Management, Full-time MBA, or Global Online MBA). During the application, candidates can indicate their interest in the BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship and complete the required essay question. You must submit your application further details and deadlines are provided in the FAQ section on the ESMT Berlin website.

Benefits

  • Master in Global Management: Two fellowships covering €17,500 each (approx. 50% of tuition)

  • Full-time MBA: Two fellowships covering €45,000 each (approx. 90% of tuition)

  • Global Online MBA: Four full-tuition fellowships

  • Additional Opportunities: Networking with BMW Group experts and access to exclusive career development opportunities within BMW’s global IT and software hubs.

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