Future Black Leaders Programme

At McKinsey, we know that diverse and inclusive teams enrich our creativity, innovation, and problem-solving abilities. We develop outstanding leaders and want to attract talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. We are committed to broadening access to careers in consulting.

We invite university students in the United Kingdom and Ireland who self-identify as Black / African/ Afro-Caribbean to apply to our Future Black Leaders Programme 2024.

You will be making some big choices over the coming years. What career path should I choose? What passions do I want to pursue? You might never have considered becoming a consultant, or even know what a consultant does. If you want to meet interesting people, develop your leadership skills and learn more about the consulting industry, this programme could be a great fit for you.

We would like to invite individuals who self-identify as Black/ African/ Afro-Caribbean and:

• Are currently in their first year of undergraduate studies at a UK or Ireland university (or second year if enrolled in a four-year program)
• Have an outstanding record of academic performance and leadership
• Enjoy problem solving and creative thinking
• Are interested in learning more about a career in consulting

To apply, please submit the following by April 21, 2024

• Your CV (two-page maximum) which includes the following:
• Contact information – Full name, address, mobile number and email address
• Education – Include the university you attend, subject you study and qualifications (along with dates)
• Please also include your A-level subjects and grades (or equivalent); there is no need to list each GCSE grade separately
• Work experience – List any kind of work experience you’ve had – part-time jobs, internships, volunteer roles, etc. We’d encourage you to think about any experience where you’ve gained skills.
• Extra-curricular and interests – Include specific hobbies, clubs you’ve been part of and any leadership positions. We want to learn more about you and your specific passions!
• A cover letter, in which you include your motivation for this program, and a brief essay (250 words maximum) about your proudest or most interesting personal achievement. Please include the obstacles you overcame to reach this achievement and why it is important to you.

As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete Solve – McKinsey’s assessment game in the week commencing April 22.