Chevening Scholarships- University of Oxford (MBA)

Scholarship Overview

The history of Oxford University is one rooted in tradition, with a long-standing practice of creating leaders. This University has been at the helm of some of the most prolific and influential individuals in world history including Isaac Newton, Bill Clinton, and David Cameron. The Masters in Business Administration (MBA) program builds on this tradition by giving you a strong foundation in fundamental business concepts while also expanding your perspective and helping students comprehend the function of business in society.

Applicable course, university, and country

Master of Business Administration

Scholarship amount details

Scholarship amount covers:

• university tuition fees
• a monthly stipend
• travel costs to and from the UK
• an arrival allowance
• a homeward departure allowance
• the cost of one visa application
• a travel grant to attend Chevening events in the UK

Scholarship amount can be used for:

Type of Expense	Indicates if the scholarship can be used for this type of expense
Tuition & Fees	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Living Expense	× Not covered in scholarship
Accommodation	× Not covered in scholarship
Air Fare/Travel Expenses	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Spouse/Child Care	× Not covered in scholarship
Health Cover	× Not covered in scholarship
Application	× Not covered in scholarship
Others	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this

Number of students to be awarded:

Varies

Eligible student nationality

India, Australia, Singapore, New Zealand, Canada, Malaysia, Russia, Japan, Thailand, Armenia, Fiji, China, South Korea, Greece, Mauritius, Ukraine, South Africa, Philippines, Bangladesh, Nepal, Georgia, Hong Kong, Turkey, Barbados, Guyana, Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Belarus, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, Colombia, Comoros, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Cuba, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Falkland Islands, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Honduras, Iceland, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Mali, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Saint Helena, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Turks and Caicos Islands, Tuvalu, Uganda, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Appication Process for this scholarship

• LOR: 2 Reference letters are recommended Referees should be people who can comment on applicants’ general suitability to receive a Chevening Award Referees should be known to the applicant, either in an academic or professional capacity They should not be a relative or close personal friend Reference should cover the following:
  • Your contact details: address, email address, and phone number
  • How long have you known the applicant?
  • In what capacity do you know the applicant? (eg professional, educational, supervisory, voluntary, religious, etc)
  • When did you last have regular contact with the applicant?
  • A brief overall endorsement of the applicant, including their:
  • Skills in leadership and networking
  • Personal, intellectual, and interpersonal qualities
  • Ability to complete a demanding academic program in the UK

Application Documents:

Type of documents	Indicates if this type of document is required to be submitted
LOR	Required
Official transcripts	Required
Personal Statement	Required

Scholarship Application: This scholarship needs a separate external application.

Important Dates & FAQ info:

Info	Date
Application final end date	November 07, 2023
FAQ Link:	https://www.chevening.org/faqs/?chevening_audience=applicants
Application start date	September 12, 2023

Scholarship Eligibility

Applicants must:

• Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country or territory
• Have completed all components of an undergraduate degree This is typically equivalent to an upper second-class 2:1 honours degree in the UK
• Have at least two years (equivalent to 2,800 hours) of work experience The types of work experience include:
• Full-time employment
• Part-time employment
• Voluntary work
• Paid or unpaid internships
• Apply to three different eligible UK university courses:
• Applicants must choose full-time and,
• Taught 1-year master’s (ie not research-focused MRes programs)
• Start in the autumn term
• Lead to a master’s degree qualification
• Based in the UK
• Have received an unconditional offer
• Interview:
  • Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview The interview will be in the city where the British Embassy or High Commission has a representation
  • The interview will be a competency-based panel assessment conducted in English
  • The interview panel will include representatives from the British embassy or high commission, who will use the global Chevening criteria to assess your answers
  • Applicants will be asked a series of questions discussing some of the information they provided in the application form The panel will ask questions that will enable them to explain their personal and professional aspirations, and how Chevening can facilitate their achievement of these goals

Special Restrictions: Must return to home country after course completion. Applicant must return to his/her country of citizenship for a minimum of two years after the award has ended.

Exams Details:

Exam name	Indicates if exam is required and cutoff (if any)
12	Required
UG	Required (minimum score 60.0%)
Work Experience	Required (minimum 2 years)
Interview	Required

The rating is done considering various factors

Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions about the scholarship are:

Who can apply for the Scholarship?

The scholarship is applicable to students from various countries.

What is the minimum Qualification Required?

The students must have completed their bachelor’s education from a recognized institution.

What is the procedure for applying?

This scholarship needs a separate external application.

What are the documents required for filling the forms?

Official transcripts.

What is the duration of the Scholarship?

One Time