McKinsey & Company Forward Program for Young Africans 2025

Forward, offered by McKinsey, is a free online learning journey developed to equip individuals at different stages of their working life with practical skills to succeed in the future of work. It focuses on critical workplace skills that are relevant and transferable across industries and roles. Forward is available in more than 100 countries globally.

Forward is a 10-week learning program delivered in a digital and virtual format. It begins with building foundational career skills through online courses, case scenarios, and interactive learning events. You will ultimately be able to develop new behaviors through ongoing reflection and application. At the end of the program, you’ll receive a McKinsey Forward digital badge and join an exclusive global network of life-long learners.

• Table of Content
• About McKinsey & Company
• Forward Program
• Aim and Benefits of Forward Program
• Requirements for Forward Program Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About McKinsey & Company

McKinsey & Company is a United States-based management consulting firm, founded in 1926 by University of Chicago professor James O. McKinsey, that advises on strategic management to corporations, governments, and other organizations.

Forward Program

Application Deadline	22 Apr 2025
Type	Entrepreneurs
Sponsor	McKinsey & Company
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of Forward Program

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.

Requirements for Forward Program Qualification

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

• Currently reside on the African continent (all countries)
• Are currently employed, self-employed, or 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 in a corporate setting
• Completed at least a secondary education / high school degree
• Have a good command of the English language (the program will be conducted in English)

Application Deadline

April 22, 2025

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to McKinsey & Company on www.surveys.online to apply

For more details,visit McKinsey & Company webpage