Next Generation Women Leaders (NGWL) Europe Programme by McKinsey & Company
- Omran Aburayya
- Mar 22
- 2 min read
If you're an ambitious woman ready to make your next bold move, applications are now open for McKinsey & Company's Next Generation Women Leaders (NGWL) Europe program. This three-day virtual event, scheduled for May 15-17, 2025, is designed to equip you with the insights, connections, and confidence needed to transform your ambition into impactful leadership. Details below.
Next Generation Women Leaders (NGWL) Program Summary
Location: Virtual
Host Institution: McKinsey & Company
Program Type: Professional Development
Target Group: Ambitious women based in or with strong ties to Europe
Fields of Focus: Leadership Development
Coverage: Free Access to virtual workshops, networking events, mentorship opportunities, and interview preparation sessions
Duration: Three days (May 15-17, 2025) with additional local meetups in June
Application Deadline: March 26, 2025
Start Date: May 15, 2025
Eligible To: Bachelor’s, master’s, PhD, or MBA students graduating no later than 2026, or professionals with up to eight years of work experience
Programme Overview
The NGWL Europe program is a three-day virtual event aimed at inspiring and empowering women to develop their leadership potential. Participants will engage in interactive workshops, gain insights from successful women leaders, and build a supportive network to foster personal and professional growth.
Program Structure
Day 1: Get inspired by connecting with other ambitious women, hearing their stories, and building a supportive network.
Days 2 and 3: Participate in interactive workshops focused on enhancing leadership skills and personal development.
Post-Event: Join local in-person follow-up sessions throughout June to maintain motivation and continue networking.
NGWL Europe program Benefits
Inspiration and Insights: Learn from successful women leaders about growing as a leader and leading with impact.
Networking and Mentorship: Access a global community of women who will support, challenge, and inspire you beyond the event.
Interview Preparation: For those interested in consulting careers, participate in an interview preparation program to learn about McKinsey's recruiting process, join Q&A sessions, and practice cases.
NGWL Europe Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for NGWL Europe, applicants must:
Be based in or have strong ties to Europe.
Be a bachelor’s, master’s, PhD, or MBA student graduating no later than 2026, or a professional with up to eight years of work experience.
Application Procedure
Applications for the NGWL Europe program are administered online through the online application portal Applicants are required to submit the following by March 26, 2025:
Resume in English: Include details of education, grades, work experience, extracurricular activities, and achievements.
Preferred Office Location or Business Function: Choose up to three office locations or business functions based on geographic or industry ties. Fluency in the local language is advised.
Transcripts: Include grades as required by the preferred office or function.
💡As part of the application process, candidates will complete an online digital assessment lasting about 110 minutes, requiring no prior preparation or business knowledge.
ℹ️ For more information and to apply, visit the official NGWL Europe page.
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