Your application for EDC International Business Scholarships will be evaluated based on:
- demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in international business
- clear expression of how the scholarship will help you pursue field of study
- level of academic achievement (as reflected in your transcripts or honours)
- demonstration of financial need and how the scholarship will help
- experience in Canada and abroad (including work, internships, volunteering and study exchanges) during the current degree program
- leadership potential (as reflected in extracurricular activities)
- letters of reference
- language skills
Application Criteria for EDC International Business Scholarships
To qualify for EDC International Business Scholarships, you must be:
- a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- enrolled in a full-time accredited bachelor’s degree program at a Canadian university or college
- studying business (international business, commerce, finance, economics, accounting, etc.) or business combined with environmental or sustainability courses*
- returning to full-time studies for the 2020-2021 academic year
- in excellent academic standing (minimum B average)
If you’ve studied or had work experience outside of Canada, that’s an asset. *If you’re enrolled only in environmental or sustainability studies, you would not be eligible for an EDC scholarship. Business courses are required.
Your application must include:
- A letter of intent
- Your resume
- Your official transcripts
- An academic or employer reference letter
Eligible Nationalities
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Terms and Conditions
Note: EDC employees and their dependents are not eligible.
More details about this opportunity!
The application process starts in November and ends in February. Scholarships are awarded in the spring, and issued in the fall at the start of each academic year.