Executive Leadership Program Nonprofit Scholarships
McKinsey is offering seasoned executives from the nonprofit sector the opportunity to apply for a scholarship to McKinsey’s Executive Leadership Program.
Executive Leadership Program Nonprofit Scholarships
McKinsey is offering seasoned executives from the nonprofit sector the opportunity to apply for a scholarship to attend McKinsey’s Executive Leadership Program, beginning in August 2024.
About ELP
ELP is a world-class, 4-month immersive leadership program with two residential weeks convening emerging and new C-suite leaders from public, private, and social sectors. The program is designed to equip Australian and New Zealand executives with the skills required to transition into a c-level role. Participants develop enhanced reflective and strategic thinking skills, sharpen self-awareness, improve team leadership and build an exclusive support network with peers – while exploring challenges faced by organisations now and in the future. Find out more about the program here.
Who should apply
This program is designed for high potential, seasoned leaders who are seeking personal and professional growth. Each year we invite ~200 seasoned executives from 50+ organisations drawn from private, public, and social sectors.
To be eligible for the McKinsey Executive Leadership Program Scholarship you must be currently employed by a registered Australian or New Zealand not-for-profit organisation, with an annual turnover greater than $1m (AUD).
Please note that McKinsey may award up to 20 scholarships for the 2025 Executive Leadership Program, as a result preference will be given to CEOs and then C-Suite executives based on the qualitative responses submitted via below application form. All scholarship decisions are at McKinsey’s absolute discretion, final and will not be reviewed.
Associated costs
Should you be successful, the ELP program fee of $15,000 AUD will be waived. Travel and accommodation are to be covered by the successful candidates and/or their supporting nonprofit organisation to attend the two in-person residential weeks.
ELP week 1 will take place on Gold Coast (QLD) and week 2 will take place in Port Douglas (QLD). We estimate these costs to be ~$4,500 to $5,000 (AUD) for both forums depending on your location and travel needs. Your organisations will be required to sign our standard documentation to finalise this process.
Application process
Applications for McKinsey's 2025 Executive Leadership Program have now closed. We will open applications for next year’s program in early 2026.
