McKinsey &Company 2024 Forward in Africa Program for Young Africans
Published: 08 May 2024
Forward is a virtual learning program that boosts the careers of high-potential young professionals by equipping them with a broad set of capabilities to help them thrive. It focuses on critical skills needed for success in the future of work, such as digital essentials, structured-thinking skills, and social and emotional intelligence.
Forward is a free, ten-week online learning program offered by McKinsey to equip individuals at different stages of their work life with practical skills to succeed in the future of work.
McKinsey &Company Forward in Africa Program
Benefits of McKinsey &Company Forward in Africa Program
What to Expect
- Whether you are in the early days of your career or navigating a new opportunity, the Forward learning journey will help you develop new ways of thinking, expand your skill set, and boost your confidence.
- At the end of the program, you will receive a McKinsey Forward digital badge and join an exclusive global network of lifelong learners.
Requirements for McKinsey &Company Forward in Africa Program
To access Forward, you must meet the following criteria:
- Currently reside on the African continent (all countries)
- Are currently employed, self-employed, or between jobs
- Have less than five years of total work experience
or have more than five years of work experience but have never been responsible for directly managing any colleagues
- Completed at least a secondary education / high school degree
- Have a good command of the English language (the program will be conducted in English)
Selection Process
Interactive Learning Journey
- Variety of formats: digital courses, virtual-learning events, assignments, and reflection exercises.
- Dedicating about two hours a week over ten weeks.
Workplace skills you can use immediately
- Gain the skills and tools to do the following:
- Turn business problems into opportunities by using structured and creative thinking.
- Communicate in a clear and impactful way that makes your audience take action.
- Be adaptable and build emotional awareness for working in a team or alone, especially in times of change.
- Build strong relationships and maintain your well-being at work.
- Develop your digital tool kit and plan to navigate the modern digital world
Application Deadline
May 14, 2024
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
McKinsey & Company Young Leadership Program (YLP) on www.surveys.online to apply
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