Scotland's Saltire Fellows Develop Entrepreneurial Skills at Babson College
BABSON PARK, Mass., Sept. 17 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The second cohort of Saltire Fellows has arrived at Babson College to begin a 14-week program designed to develop their entrepreneurial leadership skills, including their sales and marketing capabilities and general business aptitude. These 10 individuals were carefully selected through a rigorous screening process based on their potential to make a significant economic and social contribution to Scotland's future.
The Saltire Fellowship is a world-class, year-long program that equips the Fellows with the skills and attitude required to take a leadership role within Scottish business. It blends an intensive learning opportunity at Babson College, the #1 ranked business school in the world for entrepreneurship, with an international assignment at a major, global company followed by a second job placement at a Scottish high-growth small- to medium-sized enterprise.
"I'm thrilled to welcome the 10 new Saltire Fellows to Babson College for what promises to be a transformational experience for the individuals and a huge opportunity for Scotland's future," said Les Charm, Faculty Director and Entrepreneurship Professor.
More information about Saltire Fellowships can be found at http://www.saltirefoundation.com/fellowship/
Babson College in Wellesley, Mass., is recognized internationally as a leader in entrepreneurial management education. Babson grants BS degrees through its innovative undergraduate program, and grants MBA and custom MS and MBA degrees through the F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business at Babson College. Babson Executive Education offers executive development programs to experienced managers worldwide. For information, visit www.babson.edu.
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