4. Entry Point: The Roxbourg Fellowship & Team Scholarships

1. Roxbourg Fellowship Requirement: Entry into degree pathways for The Roxbourg Professional MBA or The Roxbourg Professional DBA requires prior admission to the Roxbourg Fellowship, managed from Switzerland. Candidates demonstrate active commitment to an innovative venture prior to formal enrollment.

2. Cycle Windows: The academic calendar offers 3 intake windows per year at the beginning of each 100-day Launchpad track.

3. Venture Team Expansion & 100% Scholarships: Upon successful completion of Track 1 (Launchpad Track), each lead candidate unlocks 100% Scholarships for up to 4 core members of their Venture Team, enabling team alignment without additional tuition fees.

4.1 Eligibility Criteria for Roxbourg Professional Qualifications

To maintain the rigor of the Roxbourg Professional Validation process, applicants must meet the following three criteria:

• I. Demonstrated Social Impact Project: Applicants must prove they are currently developing or operating a venture that addresses fundamental humanitarian needs, including Essential Resources (clean water, balanced nutrition, breathable air, and renewable energy) and Social Infrastructure (quality education, reliable healthcare, secure habitat, and self-expression). You must demonstrate a clear intent to scale this venture using the Roxbourg Venture Acceleration System during your enrollment.

• II. Foundational Professional Literacy: Candidates must demonstrate a functional understanding of business and organizational fundamentals, including Strategic Thinking (the ability to define a long-term vision), Operational Awareness (understanding how to manage resources and delivery), and Market & Growth Engagement (basic literacy in marketing, storytelling, and fundraising/resource mobilization). Note: Roxbourg prioritizes professional experience and "learned-by-doing" over traditional academic transcripts.

• III. Entrepreneurial Mindset & Adaptability: Applicants must demonstrate a Tolerance for Ambiguity (the ability to make decisions and progress even when the path is not fully defined), a Commitment to Experimentation (a willingness to test, fail, learn, and iterate rapidly), and a Collaborative Spirit (a commitment to the "Golden Rules" of mutual respect and collective growth within the Roxbourg community).

Candidate Disclosure: Eligibility for the Roxbourg Professional MBA or Professional DBA is determined by the Roxbourg Service Professional Academic Affairs (SPAA). Meeting the eligibility criteria grants admission into the professional track but does not guarantee the final issuance of the Professional Qualification, which is strictly based on the successful validation of your venture by the Board.

4.2 Merit-Based Scholarship Framework

Roxbourg uses a Merit-Based Scholarship model to offset the service fees for our Professional Qualifications. Fees include a mandatory 400 Swiss Francs activation fee plus a merit-based service fee. Candidates indicate the amount of service fees (in Swiss Francs) they can sustainably contribute based on their professional achievements, and Roxbourg seeks to top up the remaining fees with sponsors.

Refund Policy: All payments are non-refundable, as Roxbourg provides digital access to the platform that contains confidential information immediately upon processing.

Scholarship Evaluation Criteria

The Roxbourg Scholarship Committee utilizes the following checklist:

• Venture Maturity & Impact: To what degree is your venture actively addressing critical community needs?

• Strategic Need: What specific professional acceleration support do you require to reach the next stage of scalability?

• Economic Context: We consider your current financial environment and income stability to ensure the scholarship reaches those who need it most.

• Skin in the Game: What level of personal or professional investment (time, capital, or resources) have you already committed to your social mission?

The Scholarship Award Process

1. Impact Questionnaire: Detailed questions regarding your venture’s milestones.

2. Professional Interview: Qualified candidates are invited to discuss their vision and alignment with the Roxbourg Method.

3. Validation of Evidence: Following the interview, supporting documentation may be requested, including proof of legal entity registration, prior educational or professional certificates, or evidence of project feasibility.

4. Scholarship Offer: Successful candidates receive an official Scholarship Offer valid for 14 days.

5. Pre-Onboarding & Induction: After fulfilling the Admission Requirements, candidates attend a Pre-Onboarding Session followed by a formal Onboarding Session.

Exclusions: Candidates are responsible for their own computer hardware and high-speed internet access. Roxbourg does not provide direct equity or debt investment in your social venture.

Policy Note: Scholarships are awarded at the sole discretion of the Roxbourg Institute and are tied to continued adherence to the 80% Attendance Rule and the Roxbourg Code of Conduct. Failure to maintain professional engagement may result in the revocation of the scholarship for future semesters.