Mpower-Africa Airlift Scholarship

STEM Essay!

Topic:
What is the largest problem facing the continent of Africa or your specific country of origin within Africa? Using your knowledge, insights and the tools you are learning in school, what would you solve, and why?

The essay will be reviewed based on:

• Content and relevance in terms of addressing this topic
• Originality
• Clarity
• Boldness
• Innovation and creativity
• Potential for implementing the idea(s)

Instructions

• The essay should be written in English, single-spaced, and formatted in .doc or .docx document format, using Times New Roman 12 pt font, and not exceed 1,000 words in length.

Business Essay!

Topic:
For MBA students: In Africa, there are small and micro enterprises that face problems such as lack of skills, regulations, and execution, among others. Explain how, as a business advisor/consultant, you would advise a small business owner on developing a growth strategy plan. You might consider suggesting why and how to perform trend analysis, marketing suggestions, and/or improve their distribution networks. You only have 1,000 words, so please be clear and concise.

The essay will be reviewed for:

• Content and relevance in terms of addressing this topic
• Originality
• Clarity
• Boldness
• Innovation and creativity
• Potential for implementing the idea(s)

Instructions

• The essay should be written in English, single-spaced, and formatted in .doc or .docx document format, using Times New Roman 12 pt font, and not exceed 1,000 words in length.