"The scholarship has enabled me to be a part of an International Business School and that definitely put me on the map of Western European companies and partnerships that I couldn't have access to before. Having a recognizable and respectable education for a woman is something that shows to the outside world that I am a qualified, exceptional, and hardworking asset for employers, and a future leader of this society. Women are more often overlooked and given less opportunities, which substantial research on gender inequality topics proves to be true, and that's why we might use the help of a big name (such as Vlerick Business School) being in our CVs. 

This scholarship and my Master degree is something that's still driving me to pursue my ideas and work on developing them in my free time, even though I'm a full-time employee now. Vlerick taught us that trying is the key, and it gave us an understanding of how to build a company of your own, as well as the right tools."

“I chose to apply for the Women in Finance Scholarship as opposed to others offered at Vlerick, because it was specifically targeted for the Masters in Financial Management programme and also because I truly believe in promoting and supporting women in finance leadership roles, which are still greatly dominated by men. 

There is a lot of overall progress in eliminating the gap between men and women in the workforce, but there is still an overwhelming gender disparity in the C-suite. And while the numbers speak for themselves, with less than 30% of C-level positions in the world occupied by women, research also finds that female-led companies tend to have greater financial performance in addition to more diversity and equality. 

I believe we must focus on diversity and inclusion, bringing different opinions, experiences and backgrounds together in order to progress and further develop.”

“My application for Vlerick was driven by the desire to grow fast and boost my career. My dream has always been to become a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and to make an impact. Hence, Vlerick is a small step in the right direction. 

I would advise any female to take the leap and apply for this Masters since the acquired skills will be of tremendous importance to move up the ladder in an organisation. Furthermore, next to being a step closer to your dream job, this scholarship can give you that extra boost you might need. 

As a woman in finance, you can help drive the transition towards more female leaders. Only through a larger influx of female high potentials, we can close the gap and take all the opportunities. Be the change you want to see."

"With the support of the Women in Analytics Scholarship at Vlerick, I have been able to pursue my goal of studying data & analytics following my Bachelor’s degree in business administration. This scholarship has been instrumental in not only advancing my academic pursuits but also igniting a transformative journey towards realizing my passion for analytics within a multicultural environment. By fostering meaningful connections with peers and mentors from around the globe and broadening my perspectives, I have been empowered to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.

Engaging in many collaborative projects with esteemed companies for different courses has provided me with invaluable real-world experience, allowing me to refine my analytical skills in diverse settings. These experiences have not only enriched my academic journey but have also reaffirmed my commitment to leveraging analytics for driving innovation and addressing complex challenges."