APPLY: 2024 McKinsey Forward Program For Young Africans
McKinsey Forward Program is a free, five-month online learning journey that equips young talent with must-have practical skills to help them succeed in the future of work.
| Summary | Data |
|---|---|
| Type: | Fellowships, Trainings and Workshops |
| For: | Africans, Others |
| Status: | ❌ Closed |
| Note: | See all active Opportunities |
| For more | Join us now ↗️ |
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Details
It focuses on critical leadership, business, and digital skills that are relevant and transferable across industries and roles.
Forward is available across Africa, the Middle East, Pakistan, Turkey, and Azerbaijan.
Join the Forward learning program to develop new ways of thinking, boost your confidence, and learn to lead with purpose.
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Forward is delivered in an interactive, virtual format. It begins with exploring foundational skills, then applying them to case studies based on real-world scenarios. You will ultimately be able to develop new behaviors through ongoing reflection and peer learning.
At the end of the program, receive a McKinsey Forward digital badge and join an exclusive global network of young, life-long learners.
Requirements:
To access Forward, you must meet the following criteria:
- currently reside on the African continent (all countries)
- currently employed, self-employed, or in between jobs
- have less than 5 years of total work experience
or
have more than 5 years of work experience but have not been responsible at any point for directly managing any colleagues - have completed at least a secondary education / high school degree
- have a good command of the English language, as the program will be conducted in English
Duration and Benefits
Learn through a variety of formats, including digital courses, discussion boards, virtual workshops and assignments with McKinsey experts.
- complete the Foundation level: 8 weeks, two hours per week
- complete the Advanced level and earn a shareable McKinsey Forward digital badge: 11 weeks, two hours per week
- participate in the Network level: 18 months, ongoing optional activities
Gain the skills and tools to:
- turn complex business challenges into opportunities using structured and creative thinking
- communicate with impact to move your audience to action
- apply agile ways of working and spot opportunities to use data and technology
- be adaptable, and build resilience and emotional awareness to work successfully–both independently and in teams, especially in times of change
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply using the button below or click this link
Deadline: 28th November, 2023
