The US Scholarship Program

THE US SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM IS SPONSORED BY:

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The Scholarship Program

THE SELECTION CRITERIA

Whether your experience is in a B2C or B2B brand, public or charity sector, media or creative agency, media owner or platform, entrepreneur or working for companies large or small, all applicants are assessed equally against our criteria.

Ideally between 8 and 18 years work experience in a marketing or agency role.

In a leadership position and holds current or past experience of managing people.

Highly ambitious to further career in marketing leadership, aspiring to C-Suite or board roles.

Evidence of commitment to broadening horizons, such as an interest in charitable, social, cultural, creative, travel or sporting endeavours.

Demonstrates commitment to career with evidence of results & achievements.

High emotional intelligence & natural drive to succeed.

Currently employed on a permanent basis* in the US and have worked in the same current company for a minimum of 6 months at point of application.

No known risk of termination or resignation for the duration of the program.

Please note: We have Scholarships available for individuals who do not have a ‘classic’ marketing background. Those who have demonstrated exceptional potential as natural marketers or who have shown outstanding entrepreneurial ability or exceptional achievement in the face of adversity will be considered.


* There are many reasons that this program is not suited to individuals currently in transition between roles or freelancing. Please download the ‘Full Program Guide’ below and refer to the FAQ section on pages 8-11 for more information and support.


While the program is open to applicants from the USA, Canada, and those based in the US holding valid US visas, we may have to defer an applicant’s place in the program or in the selection process to the 2027 cohort if, at any point, it appears that border restrictions, visa issues, or other travel limitations may prevent full participation in the required residential events. This measure is in place to ensure a fair and complete experience for all participants.

The Scholarship Program

THE SELECTION PROCESS & KEY DATES

The Scholarship Program is free but highly selective, so we ask senior business leaders to nominate the best emerging leaders they know.

All nominees automatically receive an ‘Invitation to Apply’ which includes essential information about the 3-stage selection process.

PLEASE NOTE: Attendance at the residential Bootcamps is mandatory for all Scholars so please ensure you are available on the dates specified below.

JUNE

NOMINATION

Deadline: Friday 12th June 2026

All nominees then receive an ‘Invitation to Apply’ which includes essential information about the process.

JUNE

APPLICATION

Submission Deadline: Monday 22nd June 2026

Nominees receive an ‘Invitation to Apply’ and must submit a three-part application: A full CV, An Employer’s Endorsement, a Two-Minute Digital ‘Showcase Me’.

AUGUST

THE PITCH

Monday 3rd August – Friday 14th August 2026

Successful applicants at application screening stage will be invited to a 30 minute virtual  interview with a Scholarship Alumni.

SEPTEMBER

THE PANEL

Thursday 10th September – Friday 18th September 2026

Successful applicants from The Pitch stage will be invited to a 1 hour virtual interview with two members of our selection panel (Senior Marketing and HR Professionals).

SEPTEMBER

FINAL DECISIONS

Final decisions will be made and communicated by Friday 25th September 2026

OCTOBER

BOOTCAMP 1 (New York)

Friday 16th October – Monday 19th October 2026

JANUARY

BOOTCAMP 2 (California)

Monday 25th January – Tuesday 26th January 2027

MAY

BOOTCAMP 3 (New York)

Monday 10th May – Tuesday 11th May 2027

DOWNLOAD THE FULL PROGRAM GUIDE FOR MORE INFORMATION

The Scholarship Program

NOMINATIONS FOR 2026 ARE OPEN.

We ask senior business leaders to nominate the best of their emerging leaders for a place on the program. All ‘nominees’ then receive an ‘Invitation to Apply’ which includes essential information about the full selection process.

NOMINATIONS FOR 2026 ARE OPEN!

The program is free but highly selective so firstly we ask senior business leaders working within Marketing, Media and Advertising to nominate the best of their emerging leaders for a place on the program. All ‘nominees’ then receive an ‘Invitation to Apply’ which includes essential information about the process.

APPLICATIONS FOR THE GLOBAL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM 2026 ARE OPEN

Applicants may apply to EITHER cohort regardless of country of residence, but must commit to attend both Residential dates & the Virtual day of their chosen cohort. Attendance is mandatory and a condition of acceptance onto the program.