McKinsey Forward Learning Program for Young African 2024

Forward, offered by McKinsey, is a free, five-month online learning journey that equips young talent with must-have practical skills to help them succeed in the future of work. It focuses on critical leadership, business, and digital skills that are relevant and transferable across industries and roles. Forward is available across Africa, the Middle East, Pakistan, Turkey, and Azerbaijan.

Forward is delivered in an interactive, virtual format. It begins with exploring foundational skills, then applying them to case studies based on real-world scenarios. You will ultimately be able to develop new behaviors through ongoing reflection and peer learning. At the end of the program, receive a McKinsey Forward digital badge and join an exclusive global network of young, life-long learners.

About McKinsey & Company

McKinsey & Company is a United States-based management consulting firm, founded in 1926 by University of Chicago professor James O. McKinsey, that advises on strategic management to corporations, governments, and other organizations.

McKinsey Forward Learning Program

Aim and Benefits of McKinsey Forward Learning Program

Gain the skills and tools to:

• Turn complex business challenges into opportunities using structured and creative thinking
• Communicate with impact to move your audience to action
• Apply agile ways of working and spot opportunities to use data and technology
• Be adaptable, and build resilience and emotional awareness to work successfully–both independently and in teams, especially in times of change

Requirements for McKinsey Forward Learning Program Qualification

To access Forward, you must meet the following criteria:

• Currently reside on the African continent (all countries)
• Currently employed, self-employed, or in between jobs
• have less than 5 years of total work experience or Have more than 5 years of work experience but have not been responsible at any point for directly managing any colleagues
• Have completed at least a secondary education / high school degree
• Have a good command of the English language, as the program will be conducted in English

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit McKinsey & Company website.