Only 1 out of 6 countries will achieve SDG4 Universal access to quality education Meanwhile, there is a US$97 billion annual funding gap for low- and lower-middle-income countries to achieve their quality education goals.

Developing countries face an SDG funding chasm, making it more urgent than ever to invest in future leaders who can drive sustainable development. Educating the next generation of development leaders requires accessible pathways to advanced education.

€13,500 scholarship for global students

MCI | Austrian Entrepreneurship School is currently accepting applications for four prestigious scholarships aimed at changemakers in Africa, Eastern Europe and the Global South.

• Ban Ki-moon Scholarship on SDGs (13,500 euros per year) for non-EU nationals working to promote the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Under the auspices of the 8th United Nations Secretary-General, this scholarship supports students working towards sustainable development across bachelor’s, master’s and executive MBA programs.
• Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya Scholarship (13,500 euros per year) For non-EU nationals of Belarus and Eastern European countries who promote freedom, democracy, good governance and the rule of law. Available for bachelor’s, master’s, and executive MBA programs.
• Herman Mashaba Scholarship (€10,000 per year) Open to South African citizens who are committed to entrepreneurship, society and good governance. The scholarship, named after a South African entrepreneur and politician, is open to master’s and executive MBA programs.
• African Innovation and Entrepreneurship Scholarship (7,500 euros per year) for citizens of African countries that promote inclusive social and economic development. Delivered in collaboration with the African Association of Business Schools (AABS).

All scholarships cover tuition relief for English-language education programs such as Biotechnology, Entrepreneurship and Tourism, International Business and Management, Environmental Engineering, Medical Technology, Mechatronics, and Executive MBA in General Management.

Apply now: Deadline is March 31, 2026

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