McKinsey.org Forward in Asia, Australia, and New Zealand

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McKinsey.org Forward is a free ten-week learning program designed to equip individuals at different stages of their careers—from career starters to job changers—with practical skills to succeed in the future of work.

What you can 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 grow your confidence.

At the end of the program, you will receive a McKinsey.org Forward digital badge and join an exclusive global network of life-long learners.

The first rollout of the McKinsey.org Forward program covers 8 countries in our Asia, Australia and New Zealand region. Our aspiration is to expand the program into more locations in the future.

Interactive learning journey
  • Variety of formats: digital courses, virtual-learning events, assignments, and reflection exercises
  • Time investment of about two hours a week for 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.
Eligibility criteria

To access McKinsey.org Forward, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Currently reside in the Asia, Australia, or New Zealand region (currently, Australia, India, Japan, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, and Thailand)
  • Be employed, self-employed, or in 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
  • Have completed at least a secondary education/high school degree
  • Have a good command of the English language (the program will be conducted in English)

Mark your growth

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Earn the McKinsey.org Forward badge

Participants who complete the Core Skills level will earn a personalized digital badge, which is shareable across social media and other digital channels.

What Forward alumni are saying

The Forward program strengthened my structured thinking, and I’ve found myself applying the techniques I learned both professionally and to everyday challenges. This transformative experience would benefit anyone, regardless of role, industry, or experience level.

Kristann, Product Manager
Philippines

McKinsey.org’s Forward program offered me a unique blend of hands-on and interactive learning with many new insights to apply on the job. The engaging content sparked my curiosity, and by the end, my only regret was that there wasn’t more to explore.

Sana Nasser, Environmental Engineer
India

This program helped me align personal growth with professional success, empowering me to maintain a healthier work–life balance. As a result, I feel more balanced, passionate, and effective in managing my responsibilities.

Masako, Communications Officer
Japan

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