Call for applications closes on: October 25^th, 2025

Empower your potential. Expand your impact. Join the next generation of Macedonian business leaders.

Macedonia2025 announces an open call for up to 6 scholarships for the Executive Education Program in Canada for 2026 in collaboration with the Smith School of Business at Queen’s University in Kingston, Canada.  

General information about the Program

The Macedonia2025 Executive Education Program in Canada offers talented Macedonian managers a comprehensive North American experience, featuring access to top executive education courses and genuine North American business exposure. Candidates can choose between two programs: i) Leadership and ii) Strategic Execution Program. 

This Executive Education Program aims to support talented professionals in the country to improve their professional knowledge and leadership potential by enhancing participants’ competencies and performance in a rapidly changing global business environment. It offers a unique networking opportunity that can help export-oriented companies promote their products and services to global markets.

Smith School of Business at Queen’s University is one of Canada’s leading business schools, renowned for its excellence in management education and research. Accredited by AACSB International, it offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs tailored to meet diverse professional needs. With a focus on a global perspective, state-of-the-art facilities, and a strong alumni network, the Smith School of Business prepares students and executives to thrive in today’s dynamic business landscape, making impactful contributions to their fields and communities.

Application Criteria

The target participants for this program are middle and top-level Macedonian managers and successful entrepreneurs at companies located in Macedonia who plan to develop their professional careers in the country and to contribute towards its economic development. Candidates must fulfil the following criteria:

• Have at least 5 years of relevant experience in a middle/top-level managerial position
• Are willing to give back to the community and mentor younger professionals
• Have possibilities for company expansion, growth within the company, and sharing knowledge within the company
• Are eager to learn, upgrade skills, and implement the knowledge within the company
• Have excellent proficiency in English language
• Can adapt to working with international teams
• Are preferably representatives of an export-oriented company
• Preference will be given to candidates without prior exposure to foreign education programs, as well as to female candidates.

Program Structure

Participants in the Macedonia2025 scholarship program will take part in a comprehensive executive education module designed to enrich their experience while strengthening leadership skills and advancing strategic execution capabilities.

The program structure includes:

Duration and Timing: Participants can engage in one of the following executive education modules, spanning 5 working days: 1) Leadership (offered in February or June 2026), and 2) Strategic Execution (offered in May 2026).

Financial Coverage: Macedonia2025 sponsors two-thirds of the cost of enrollment, tuition, and administrative fees associated with the selected executive program, while the participant is expected to participate with 2,500 EUR (this amount may vary due to changes in program fees). The fee covers accommodation and food for the duration of the training.

Travel and Accommodation: Participants are responsible for covering the co-share of enrollment fees, financing their travel, visa expenditures, and accommodation expenses (if any) prior and after the course.

Networking Opportunities: Participants will have a unique opportunity to network with Macedonia2025 members and supporters residing in Canada.

Offered Executive Courses:

Leadership https://smith.queensu.ca/executiveeducation/programs/leadership.php  

Strategic Execution: https://smith.queensu.ca/executiveeducation/programs/strategic-execution.php

Executive Course Selection: Applicants can choose only one executive course from the two proposed options.

Provided by Macedonia2025

Macedonia2025 will provide the following services for selected candidates:

• Scheduling of an interview with Selection Committee members
• Providing a Confirmation Letter for Canadian visa application.
• Enrollment in the chosen program[1].
• Assistance throughout the program in Canada.
• Organizing a networking meetup with Macedonia2025 members.
• Co-sharing cost of the scholarship fee (Program costs are CAD 10,500 plus applicable taxes, of which candidates contribute with 2,500 EUR).

Obligations of Applicants/Companies

Applicants or their respective companies are required to:

• Co-share cost of the scholarship fee of 2,500 EUR (this amount may vary due to changes in program fees).
• Personally handle visa applications and related documents.
• Cover all travel expenses.
• Bear accommodation and other additional expenses not covered by the education program.
• Consider daily per diem ranging from CAD 80 – to CAD 100.

How to Apply

To apply, the candidate is required to fill-out the APPLICATION ASSESSMENT FORM, and attach all required documents stated in the form. At the end of the process, the candidate should have submitted:

1. Completed Application Assessment Form;
2. CV in English (Europass or similar format);
3. High-resolution Photo;

Selection Process

The selection process will be as follows:

• Open Call announced on September 25^th, 2025
• Application deadline: October 25^th, 2025
• Evaluation by an independent Selection Committee
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.

Location and Accommodation

Both programs take place at the Donald Gordon Congress Center in Kingston, ON (a 3-hour drive from Toronto). The program fee includes tuition, accommodation and meals throughout the 5-day program.

Accommodation arrangements and other additional expenses not covered by the scholarship and out of the program duration are the sole responsibility of the candidates.

Important Notices

Scholarship recipients must sign a framework agreement with Macedonia2025, outlining areas of contribution to the organization or the country following their participation in the program.

Recipients are required to provide photos and testimonials after completing the program for promotional purposes.

Alumni are expected to maintain close relations with Macedonia2025, participate in events, and contribute to the organization’s mission.

Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and strategic execution capabilities.

Apply now and become part of Macedonia2025’s mission to drive economic growth and leadership development in Macedonia.

[1] Macedonia2025 guarantees that each of our selected candidates in directly admitted to the program without additional entry requirements at the University.