BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship in Germany for Master

  •  Master
  •  01-Aug-2025
  •   Germany
  • $$  Up to full tuition coverage

ESMT Berlin, in partnership with the BMW Group, invites talented young professionals in mathematics and technology to apply for the BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship. This initiative supports emerging leaders who aim to shape the digital future and create meaningful impact in global mobility and innovation.

The fellowship program is open to young professionals with a background in mathematics or technology-related fields such as computing, IT, automation, or digitalization. Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of Germany, India, Portugal, Romania, China, the USA, or South Africa; individuals with refugee status in Germany are also eligible.

The BMW Group is a leading global manufacturer of premium automobiles and motorcycles, and a provider of premium financial and mobility services. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, the company has been a pioneer in digitalization and mobility solutions.

ESMT Berlin Information

ESMT Berlin Grants

BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship in Germany for Master Established in 2002, ESMT Berlin is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Berlin (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Senatskanzlei Wissenschaft und Forschung, Berlin (Senate Chancellery for Science and Research, Berlin), ESMT Berlin (ESMT) is a very small (uniRank enrollment range: under-250 students) coeducational higher education institution. ESMT Berlin (ESMT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 17 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Germany, India, Portugal, Romania, China, the USA, South Africa. Candidates with refugee status in Germany are also eligible.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in the following programs:
  • Master in Global Management

  • Full-time MBA

  • Global Online MBA

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
  • Hold an undergraduate degree in mathematics or technology-related fields (e.g., computing, information technology, automation, digitalization), or be currently working in such fields.

  • Be a citizen or permanent resident of Germany, India, Portugal, Romania, China, the USA, or South Africa; refugee status holders in Germany are also eligible.

  • Be aged 30 or younger on September 1, 2025 (for applicants to the Master in Global Management and Full-time MBA programs).

  • Respond to the fellowship essay question: “The BMW Group seeks to actively shape the future of mobility; what aspect of a digital future fascinates you the most and why?”

Offered Benefits

  • Master in Global Management: Two fellowships covering €17,500 each (approx. 50% of tuition)

  • Full-time MBA: Two fellowships covering €45,000 each (approx. 90% of tuition)

  • Global Online MBA: Four full-tuition fellowships

  • Additional Opportunities: Networking with BMW Group experts and access to exclusive career development opportunities within BMW’s global IT and software hubs.

Application Process

Applicants must apply through the official application process of the relevant ESMT Berlin program (Master in Global Management, Full-time MBA, or Global Online MBA). During the application, candidates can indicate their interest in the BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship and complete the required essay question. You must  submit your application further details and deadlines are provided in the FAQ section on the ESMT Berlin website.

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