SCIENCES PO · FRANCE
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program - African Potential: Strategic Development and Management Executive Master Programme
Master's · Taught in fr
At a glance
12 mo
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Master's
Level
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Sciences Po Executive Education offers a unique opportunity for individuals from specific African organizations to pursue the African Potential: Strategic Development and Management Executive Master Programme. This program is designed to equip scholars with the skills and knowledge necessary for strategic development and management within their home countries. The scholarship provides comprehensive financial support, covering tuition fees, travel, accommodation, and living expenses in Paris for the duration of the four program sessions.
Curriculum
The African Potential: Strategic Development and Management Executive Master Programme is delivered over four sessions.
- Year 1
Frequently asked questions
- What is the application period for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program?
- The application period for the Executive Master's Programme is from May 1 to June 30, 2026. The scholarship selection period runs from September 1 to September 30, 2026.
- What are the tuition fees for this program?
- The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides a full scholarship that covers tuition fees. For reference, graduate fees at Sciences Po for students outside the EEA were €20,640 per year for the 2026-2027 academic year, subject to change.
- Does the scholarship cover living costs?
- Yes, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program scholarship covers living expenses in Paris, as well as tuition fees, travel, and accommodation for the duration of the program.
- What are the entry requirements for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program?
- Applicants must be alumni of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program or employees of specific eligible organizations. Excellent spoken and written French language skills are required, and priority is given to women, refugees, displaced people, and people living with disabilities.
- How do I apply for both the Master's program and the scholarship?
- First, apply to the African Potential: Strategic Development and Management Executive Masters programme online between May 1 and June 30, 2026. Then, submit a letter from your employer confirming your status with a Mastercard Foundation partner organization or proof of scholarship with your application.
- What is the duration of the Executive Master's Programme?
- The African Potential: Strategic Development and Management Executive Master Programme is delivered over four sessions.
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Fees
Tuition (international)Covered by the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program scholarship.
Tuition (home)Covered by the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program scholarship.
LivingCovered by the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program scholarship.
Tuition fees for other programs at Sciences Po vary based on tax residence. For students residing outside the European Economic Area, undergraduate fees are €14,900 per year and graduate fees are €20,640 per year for first enrollment (academic year 2026-2027 rates, subject to change).
How to apply
1. Step 1: Apply to the Executive Master's ProgrammeSubmit your application for the African Potential: Strategic Development and Management Executive Masters programme between May 1 and June 30, 2026. The application is submitted online.
2. Step 2: Submit Additional DocumentsWith your Executive Masters application, provide either a letter from your employer confirming your status within a Mastercard Foundation partner organization or proof of scholarship from the Mastercard Foundation for your higher education studies.
3. Step 3: Scholarship Application ProcessThe scholarship selection period is from September 1 to September 30, 2026. While scholarship eligibility documents are submitted with the Master's application, final checks and awarding of the scholarship will be conducted by the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program team during this period.
4. Step 4: Virtual InterviewCandidates accepted into the Executive Masters program and eligible for the scholarship will be invited for a virtual interview by the Scholars Program team.
Scholarships
Mastercard Foundation Scholars ProgramCovers tuition fees, travel, accommodation, and living expenses
Frequently asked questions
What is the application period for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program?
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The application period for the Executive Master's Programme is from May 1 to June 30, 2026. The scholarship selection period runs from September 1 to September 30, 2026.
What are the tuition fees for this program?
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The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides a full scholarship that covers tuition fees. For reference, graduate fees at Sciences Po for students outside the EEA were €20,640 per year for the 2026-2027 academic year, subject to change.
Does the scholarship cover living costs?
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Yes, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program scholarship covers living expenses in Paris, as well as tuition fees, travel, and accommodation for the duration of the program.
What are the entry requirements for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program?
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Applicants must be alumni of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program or employees of specific eligible organizations. Excellent spoken and written French language skills are required, and priority is given to women, refugees, displaced people, and people living with disabilities.
How do I apply for both the Master's program and the scholarship?
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First, apply to the African Potential: Strategic Development and Management Executive Masters programme online between May 1 and June 30, 2026. Then, submit a letter from your employer confirming your status with a Mastercard Foundation partner organization or proof of scholarship with your application.
What is the duration of the Executive Master's Programme?
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The African Potential: Strategic Development and Management Executive Master Programme is delivered over four sessions.