AMBA & BGA Diamond Scholarship for GEM Global MBA Candidates

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To celebrate AMBA & BGA’s 60th anniversary, GEM is participating in the AMBA & BGA Diamond Scholarship. GEM will award one aspiring leader a scholarship worth 50% of tuition for the Global MBA, beginning in September 2027.

Apply by April 30, 2027 for the opportunity to receive €19,500 toward the €39,000 Global MBA tuition fee. GEM also offers a range of other Global MBA scholarships for eligible candidates.

One Global MBA scholarship for an aspiring leader

The AMBA & BGA Diamond Scholarship recognizes aspiring leaders studying at AMBA-accredited business schools. At GEM, one successful Global MBA applicant will receive a scholarship covering 50% of tuition fees for the duration of the program.

This scholarship supports an experienced professional with the potential to develop as a responsible, internationally minded leader and create a positive impact through business.

What makes a Diamond Scholar?

We are looking for a candidate who:

Demonstrates strength, precision, and excellence within their chosen career.
Can withstand pressure, see with clarity, and remain focused on what holds value over time.
Demonstrates the capacity for growth.
Has an enduring commitment to using their business education to make a positive impact on others.

At a glance


Program	Global MBA — full-time, taught in English, Grenoble campus
Scholarship value	50% of tuition (€19,500)
Intake	September 2027
Applications	Rolling admissions
Scholarship deadline	April 30, 2027
Eligibility	At least three years of professional experience; GMAT/GRE not required

How to be considered

GEM will consider all Global MBA applications submitted by April 30, 2027 for the AMBA & BGA Diamond Scholarship. Selection will be based on the overall profile and achievements of the applicant.

No specific scholarship application is required. The recipient will be notified by May 15, 2027.

Any scholarship previously awarded to the recipient will be replaced by the AMBA & BGA Diamond Scholarship.

Only one scholarship may be awarded per applicant. If you are eligible for more than one scholarship, GEM will award the scholarship with the highest value.

Other Global MBA scholarships at GEM

GEM also offers Global MBA scholarships worth up to 40% of tuition, including automatic early-application awards and merit- or profile-based scholarships.

For full terms and eligibility criteria, read the GEM scholarship guidelines.

About the GEM Global MBA

The GEM Global MBA is a full-time, 10-month MBA program taught entirely in English at GEM’s Grenoble campus, running from September to June. Designed for professionals ready to accelerate their careers, the program develops leadership, strategic decision-making, and the ability to lead transformation in international business environments.

Students can choose from four specializations:

Entrepreneurial Leadership
Transformation of Luxury for the Digital and Sustainable Age
AI & Data Strategy
Financial Management & Advisory

The program also includes an Applied Research Project and a one-week study trip to Berlin, included in the tuition fee. Explore the GEM Global MBA program and discover why Grenoble is a leading ecosystem for innovation, technology, and sustainability.

GEM holds triple accreditation from EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. The Global MBA ranks among the world’s top 56 MBA programs and the top 23 in Europe in the QS Global MBA Rankings 2027. Students also join an international community of more than 2,400 MBA alumni.