How to win MBA Scholarships as a Women Applicant
Insights on strategy, stories, and smart positioning for MBA scholarships

29th January, 2026
9.00 PM IST | 10.30 AM ET

Learn how women applicants can strategically position their stories, leadership, and impact to secure MBA scholarships.
Understand what top schools look for, and how to maximize funding without sounding generic.

What you can expect from the session:

How Scholarship Committees Evaluate Leadership Beyond Titles

What really counts as leadership and impact, and what doesn’t when schools assess women applicants.

Types of MBA Scholarships for Women
Merit-based, need-based, leadership, diversity, and school-specific scholarships, what they are and how they differ.

Translating Common Pitfalls in Scholarship Narratives

How to frame professional, entrepreneurial, and personal experiences with clarity and confidence.

Balancing Authenticity with Strategic Positioning
Sharing your story honestly while still aligning with scholarship expectations.
Building a Strong Case for Funding Across Top MBA Programs
What differentiates scholarship winners from equally qualified applicants.
Actionable Takeaways You Can Apply Immediately
Practical steps to strengthen your scholarship positioning right after the session.

Meet the Speaker

Meet our expert speakers for this session! Shantanu Sharma, an INSEAD alumni and industry expert, brings years of experience in guiding MBA aspirants toward top business school. He has helped applicants with different backgrounds such as Startups, Tech, Veterans, Banking, Engineers etc. to receive admits from INSEAD and other top schools.

Shantanu Sharma

Who Should Attend

Applicants targeting top EU B-Schools for 2027 intake
Professionals exploring high-ROI MBA options
Candidates seeking scholarships and career clarity

Register for the Session

Top 10 Best MBA Programs in Europe

European MBA programs attract a highly international student body and offer a global educational experience. This global perspective is valuable for professionals aiming to work internationally, especially in Europe, after graduation.
Europe is home to many of the world’s top business schools, with several ranking among the best globally for MBA programs.

How to win MBA Scholarships as a Women ApplicantInsights on strategy, stories, and smart positioning for MBA scholarships

29th January, 2026​9.00 PM IST | 10.30 AM ET

Learn how women applicants can strategically position their stories, leadership, and impact to secure MBA scholarships. Understand what top schools look for, and how to maximize funding without sounding generic.