This informs the public about the Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship 2024. Details about the Program are given below.
About Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship 2024
The Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship gives African students and recent graduates the opportunity to access training, resources, financial support, and a network of mentors to develop their entrepreneurial skills and start building their own ventures. The 8-month program develops the exceptional entrepreneurial skillset and mindset of leaders to drive social and financial impact.
Benefit
We provide participants who demonstrate a willingness to learn, take risks, and commit themselves fully to the best that our innovation center has to offer.
Eligibility
We accept students and recent graduates from all academic disciplines, and from any African post-secondary institution. Whether you are already working on a business or you are looking to start something new, we can help you.
We are looking for participants who are committed to developing their entrepreneurial mindset and taking advantage of the resources provided to develop their own enterprises. The program is delivered virtually and can be completed at any pace, however, the most committed participants will commit at least 10 hours per week. In order to progress through the program phases, participants will submit assignments online, adhering to strict deadlines.
The program content is delivered in English. Mentorship may be offered in English and French. Assignments and pitches must be completed in English. Prospective fellows who are unable to speak or write English are still encouraged to apply and form teams with someone who can fulfill all the requirements of the program in English. Prospective fellows may also work with their local university to come up with a strategy to make sure they are able to access university resources that will help them navigate the challenge related to language ability.
Application
For those interested open this link to start the application process.
Application Deadline
- The deadline for receipt of applications is 4Â December 2023.
Open this link for more details about the Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship 2024.
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