

MBA Pathways Workshop
An honest conversation about MBA admissions — what schools in Europe and the US are really looking for, and how to build a competitive application from Nigeria.
What this session covers
How European and US admissions committees think differently and what that means for your application
How to write a compelling MBA essay without a "textbook" background
What financial aid, scholarships, and fellowships are realistically available to African applicants
What to do 12–24 months before you apply
Honest takes on post-MBA life: is it worth it?
Real-time Q&A with both speakers
About EmpowerQ
EmpowerQ is Nigeria's first professional empowerment organization for marginalized communities. We work at the intersection of identity, opportunity, and economic inclusion through mentorship, skills programming, career development, and community-building.
This workshop is part of our MBA Pathways Series, created for community members who want to pursue graduate education but don't always have institutional networks to lean on.