The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) Aerospace & Defense MBA (ADMBA) offers Fellowship for Greater Ohio Valley Chapter of Women in Defense members!
With an average of 15 events annually, our goal is to connect GOV WID members to information and individuals that will have a positive impact on their careers. Luncheons, with high-level speakers, socials, and yoga retreats all create a sense of community for our members.
The Objective of the WID Mentoring program is to support the growth and career development of our members. The program also offers our Mentors an opportunity to share their life and career experiences with women who are new to the Defense industry or at earlier stages in their professional lives. Applications for the program open in late August.
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The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is home to one of a handful of MBA programs in the country that specialize in Aerospace and Defense. Because of this specialty, the program at UTK uniquely positions graduates to differentiate themselves in the defense and commercial aerospace job market. GOV WID members interested in pursuing an MBA may apply for a $5000 fellowship for this enriching program!
The Greater Ohio Valley Chapter of WID scholarship program supports females interested in pursuing degrees/certifications in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) field with aspirations to pursue a career within or supporting the defense industry. Scholarship information is distributed in early spring.
Membership provides access to a broad national network of women and men working in government, the defense industry and academia. Membership also provides access to 21 local Chapters, which provide leadership, networking, professional development and mentoring opportunities throughout the year. Membership is free for government employees and active military, and $40 per year for industry and academia members.
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) Aerospace & Defense MBA (ADMBA) offers Fellowship
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is home to one of a handful of MBA programs in the country that specialize in Aerospace and Defense. Because of this specialty, the program at UTK uniquely positions graduates to differentiate themselves in the defense and commercial aerospace job market. Cohort participants learn a lot from each other, too. That’s why it’s critical to include a diverse set of candidates each year, ensuring that participants receive the best possible experience. UTK is happy to offer GOV WID a $5,000 annual fellowship to one GOV WID member. Fellowship can only be applied to and with the UTK ADMBA program.
UTK ADMBA applicants are encouraged to start the process at any time. The program runs from January to December, with the application process broken into four phases:
Schedule a call with a faculty member in the UTK ADMBA program to determine if their MBA program is the right fit for your career goals, current organization, and work-life balance.
Work with UTK faculty to determine your strategy for acceptance and participation in the program (GMAT, financials, application, etc.)
Canidates are reviewed by the university for official acceptance into the program.
Once the candidate has been accepted into the ADMBA program, the cohort participant is prepared to start in January (pre-read materials, logistics, critical dates, etc.)
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