Deadline: June 30, 2026
Applications are invited for the BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship 2026. For the fifth year, ESMT Berlin and the BMW Group are partnering to offer fellowships for several ESMT programs: the Full-time MBA (January 2027 intake; two fellowships available), the master’s (MSc) degrees (September 2026 intake; two fellowships available), and the Global Online MBA (October 2026 intake; four fellowships available).
The 2026 Change Maker Fellowships are open to applicants from countries with BMW Group IT hubs. Applications are welcomed from ambitious young mathematics or technology professionals from, or holding permanent residence in: Germany, India, Portugal, Romania, Brazil, China, the United States, and South Africa. Individuals with recognized refugee status in Germany are also eligible.
The initiative reflects the shared ambition of the BMW Group and ESMT Berlin to identify promising talent and prepare responsible leaders who drive positive change in business and society.
Benefits
The BMW Changemaker Fellowships are available for the following programs:
- Full-time MBA: two fellowships of €45,000 (90% of tuition)
- Global Online MBA: four fellowships covering the full tuition fee
- Master’s programs (MSc): two fellowships of €17,500 (50% of tuition)
In addition to the scholarship, all BMW Group Change Maker fellows will have the opportunity to meet BMW Group experts and build career-enhancing networks.
Eligibility
- Hold an undergraduate degree or be currently employed in mathematics and/or technology (e.g., computing, information technology, automation, digitalization).
- Be a citizen or permanent resident of Germany, India, Portugal, Romania, Brazil, China, United States, or South Africa; those holding refugee status in Germany are also invited to apply.
- Additionally, master’s (MSc) and Full-time MBA applicants must be aged 30 or younger on September 1, 2026.
Application
They strongly encourage interested prospects to apply as soon as possible, as Fellowship numbers are limited. Applicants who will need a visa to study at ESMT are also strongly encouraged to apply early, as visa applications can take several months to process.
For more information, visit BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship.
