Scholar Stories
Recent Scholar Stories
Zoe Lu, Modular Executive MBA
"What I genuinely value about the GWLP events is their focus on women’s leadership. These gatherings offer a wealth of invaluable learning opportunities that significantly enhance my personal and
professional development. I resonate with the stories shared by other female leaders during these events, which allows me to discuss and learn practical strategies and skills from them. This exchange of insights has played a crucial role in shaping my own leadership style. The encouragement I receive
from these women makes me feel more confident, especially since I often find myself as the only female in workplace meetings.”
Gunisha Arora, Full-time MBA
“As an Indian woman in marketing, I recognise the underrepresentation of women of colour in a content-driven, predominantly English-speaking world. GWLP is wholeheartedly committed
to enabling future female leaders to realise their full potential. This opportunity is beyond just financial assistance, not only will I be able to cater to my passion to break the discriminatory barriers against women in business but also learn from the best minds. I will be able to support the high-potential
divergent women at Bayes to take a step closer towards their aspirations.”
Natalie Bonnick, Evening Executive MBA
“As a scholar for the GWLP, I have had the opportunity to network with scholars in other cohorts, alumni and wider faculty. I also sit on the Executive Board, which provides me with a great insight into the running of the programme and the initiatives that we sponsor to help address gender discrimination. I recently spoke at a GWLP event about ‘finding our purpose’ and met some truly inspiring women from all walks of life who have now become key champions in my professional network.”
Lucilla Bonaiuto, Executive MBA
“The GWLP is equipping me with the tools to enhance my leadership style and strengthening my confidence to advocate for change. I aim to create an environment where every voice is heard. Hearing the inspiring stories of fellow scholars and sharing our challenges and victories creates a tapestry of resilience, reinforcing my commitment to supporting others. I look forward to collaborating on impactful projects that drive positive change and promote inclusivity, ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive.”
GWLP Scholars
Since 2017, the Global Women’s Leadership Programme has awarded over 35 scholarships to women on MBA, MSc and Undergraduates courses. The scholars’ areas of expertise range from law, finance, banking and technology to media and the arts. But they are all linked by their strong academic achievements and their passion to support women’s leadership.
Community
The Bayes Global Women’s Leadership Programme creates a community for scholars - by joining the GWLP Executive Board they help steer the programme and create opportunities to support women’s leadership at Bayes and beyond. Alumni (scholars and others) also join the Board, to give back to the Bayes community and share their expertise.
Impact
Scholars have the opportunity to develop and lead projects, as well as formulate and moderate events and workshops and make a valued contribution to life at Bayes. Our Peer Mentoring Project set up initially by GWLP Scholar Diana Squires, has offered an important support network to over 100 Bayes women over the past three years. And in 2021 GWLP Scholar Clarice Metzger set up a new business group at Bayes - Black in Business Group.
GWLP Scholarship Awards
MBA Scholars
2025: Azza El Arabi; Ishita Mandavkar; Meletia Michaelidou
2024: Zoe Lu; Shruti Vaghe; Lucilla Bonaiuto
2023: Demy Limbo; Gunisha Arora; Natalie Bonnick
2022: Cass Adamson; Marian Han; Gagandeep Gohlar
2021: Laura Preece; Jo Hjälmås; Laila Ed-Dane; Clarice Metzger
2020: Abigail Malaley; Rosenna East; Jumana Abu-Hannoud; Kiara Goodwin
2019: Lindsay Jessup; Victoria Hind; Maria Banti; Rugile Bazyte
2018: Cassie Newman; Erin Walsh; Jelena Kezika; Nasibeh Mollazadeh
2017: Artis Kakonge; Kylie Poole; Esra Baykal; Renee Kroner
MSc scholars
- Eman Ahmad
- Khadija Cherif
- Elizabeth Barr
- Mengjia Hang
- Aamina Asim
- Jodie Price
- Pallavi Tyagi
- Diana Squires
- Jingyi Zhang
Undergraduate scholars
- Cassandra Kwok
- Monika Cerniute
- Kate Usacova
Contact us and Find Bayes
Contact Details
Giacinta Cestone
Director of GWLP Programme
Giacinta.Cestone.1@citystgeorges.ac.uk
GWLP Administration
faculty.administration@citystgeorges.ac.uk
"What I genuinely value about the GWLP events is their focus on women’s leadership. These gatherings offer a wealth of invaluable learning opportunities that significantly enhance my personal and
“As an Indian woman in marketing, I recognise the underrepresentation of women of colour in a content-driven, predominantly English-speaking world. GWLP is wholeheartedly committed
“As a scholar for the GWLP, I have had the opportunity to network with scholars in other cohorts, alumni and wider faculty. I also sit on the Executive Board, which provides me with a great insight into the running of the programme and the initiatives that we sponsor to help address gender discrimination. I recently spoke at a GWLP event about ‘finding our purpose’ and met some truly inspiring women from all walks of life who have now become key champions in my professional network.”
“The GWLP is equipping me with the tools to enhance my leadership style and strengthening my confidence to advocate for change. I aim to create an environment where every voice is heard. Hearing the inspiring stories of fellow scholars and sharing our challenges and victories creates a tapestry of resilience, reinforcing my commitment to supporting others. I look forward to collaborating on impactful projects that drive positive change and promote inclusivity, ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive.”