EXECUTIVE STUDY TOUR TO TORONTO

2019

OPEN CALL FOR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS 2019

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE

SCHULICH EXECUTIVE EDUCATION CENTRE (SEEC) TORONTO, CANADA

General Information:

The Executive Study Tour to Toronto is a program designed to provide Macedonian talented executives

with a complete North American experience through access to some of the best executive education

programs and some genuine business experience in North American companies. The program combines

participation in Executive/Leadership Development courses at The Schulich Executive Education Centre

(SEEC) at York University in Toronto, Canada with job shadowing at a renowned company.

The Schulich Executive Education Centre (SEEC) is an integral part of the Schulich Business School at York

University in Toronto, Canada. SEEC provides an education that is focused, practical and immediately

applicable. They share a common interest in providing and delivering executive education to professionals

from Macedonia.

Macedonia 2025 provides a full scholarship for experienced managers, executives and entrepreneurs from

Macedonia. This program will increase participants’ competencies and performance in a continuously

changing global business environment. This program also offers a unique networking opportunity that can

help export-oriented companies promote their products and services to the global markets.

Schulich Business School, being a part of the York University in Toronto, Canada is ranked among the Top

10 World Business Schools by The Financial Times, Forbes Magazine, BusinessWeek, The Wall Street

Journal and the Economist. Founded in 1966, the Schulich School of Business employs over 750 people.

Schulich has an internationally diverse faculty and student body. The faculty is drawn exclusively from

both practitioners and academia, and each is an acknowledged leader and innovator in their field.

Executive development at Schulich is all about this kind of "just-in-time" learning, focused, practical and

immediately applicable to the task at hand.

Program Structure:

Participants can participate in one executive education module, in a duration of 5 working days

during the course of June 2019;

Enrollment, tuition or administrative fees associated with the executive program are covered by

Macedonia 2025;

Participants are required to finance their travel and accommodation costs;

Participants have the option to take internship/ job shadowing activity within a Canadian

company based on their industry and background;

Participants will have the unique opportunity to network with Macedonia2025 members and

supporters that live in Canada at an event hosted by Macedonia2025 members

The applicant can select one of the proposed Executive Courses (see list below)

Each participant should consider staying in Canada for minimum of two to three weeks

(depending on the duration of the secured internship)

Executive Course Options:

Course Date Location Details

Executive Program in Sales Management

June 10-14

Schulich Executive Learning Centre

http://seec.schulich.yorku.ca/program/executive-program-in-sales-management/details/?schedule=1

Certificate in Critical Communication Skills

June 17-21

Schuich Executive Learning Centre

http://seec.schulich.yorku.ca/program/certificate-in-critical-communication-skills/details/?schedule=1

Certificate in Strategic Agility

June 24-28

Schulich Executive Learning Centre

http://seec.schulich.yorku.ca/program/certificate-in-strategic-agility/details/?schedule=1

Location and accommodations: The courses take place at:

The Executive Learning Center at the York University:

Schulich School of Business, York University, 4700 Keele Street

Toronto, Ontario M3J 1P3

Tel: 416.736.5079

www.acc-schulichexecutiveconferencecentre.com

o The Center also offers accommodations for program participants:

http://www.acc-schulichexecutiveconferencecentre.com/toronto-accommodations-en.html

Please contact the Schulich Executive Learning Centre Residence for accommodation. Participants

attending our programs will receive a special discounted price. For further details about the Executive

Learning Centre Residence, please visit the website at elc.schulich.yorku.ca or call 416.650.8300.

Logistics:

Macedonia 2025 will provide the following services to enrolled candidates:

Schedule an interview with an international jury for selection of candidates

Provide the applicant with a confirmation letter for visa application purposes

Enroll the students at SEEC short course or program

Provide assistance to the applicants while they are in Canada to ensure their successful

completion of the program

Assist participants in finding a host company in Canada Organize networking event with Macedonia2025 members and supporters The value of scholarship ranges from $4,150 $4,995 CAD depending on the selected program

(excluding tax)

The applicant or the company he/she works at will:

Personally prepare the visa application and submit the documents;

Personally cover all travel and accommodation expenses for the duration of the program;

Cover additional expenses not included in the education scholarships;

The candidate should consider additional living costs of at least $50 - $70 per day.

Application criteria: Top Macedonian executives, high level managers and proven entrepreneurs at companies located

in Macedonia that plan to develop their professional career in Macedonia and to contribute

towards the economic development of the country

At least 5 years of relevant experience in a managerial position

Preferably, representatives of an export-oriented company

Excellent proficiency in the English language

Able to adapt to working with international teams

Eager to learn, upgrade skills and implement the knowledge within the company

Possibilities for company expansion, growth within the company and sharing knowledge within

the company

Willing to give back to the community and mentor younger professionals

How to apply:

Fill out the application form (attached)

Send professional resume or short bio (up to 200 words)

Send color photo

All documents should be sent to elena@macedonia2025.com

Selection process:

Open call is announced on December 3, 2018

Applications deadline is February 1, 2019

Best fitting candidates will be selected by March 15, 2019

The candidates will be evaluated by an independent educational council consisting of the School’s

administrative department and designated members of Macedonia2025 Education Board.

o Only short listed candidates will be invited for an interview. o The selection process will try to identify the most eligible candidates taking into consideration

the following: Industry/ sector diversity Relevance of educational background and professional achievements Gender diversity

Important Notice:

Candidates that will receive a scholarship will be required to sign a framework agreement with

Macedonia2025, identifying areas of “giving back” to the organization and to the country.

Macedonia2025 is a self-funded organization and relies on the support of institutions,

organizations, corporations and individuals to donate financials, time, network and expertize

towards the organization. Therefore, all contributions by our education alumni network are

welcomed.

Candidates that will receive a scholarship will be required to send photos and one page

testimonial to Macedonia2025, after the completion of the course and job shadowing for

marketing purposes.

Candidates are expected to maintain close relations with the organization, to participate on

events, transfer knowledge to young talents, share information about Macedonia2025 events and

invite their network to participate, to be an active member of the alumni network as well as to

assist Macedonia2025 in fundraising activities for educational programs.