The University of Notre Dame's Mendoza College of Business announced a scholarship program to support young professionals in the Region.
The College will award $30,000 scholarships to the Notre Dame Executive MBA to recipients of the annual Michiana Forty under 40 program. The Forty under 40 initiative celebrates 40 executives, professionals and leaders under the age of 40 who demonstrate leadership, career success and a commitment to making a difference in the Michiana area.
“Notre Dame’s business school deeply values our shared commitment with the local community to foster a vibrant, healthy environment for living, working and serving,” said Brandon Erlacher, Notre Dame Executive MBA academic director, in a press release. “The EMBA Forty under 40 scholarship program allows Mendoza to express this appreciation directly by helping local professionals enhance their business expertise, strengthen their skills and develop as leaders who contribute to human flourishing.”
The scholarships will be awarded to any past or present Forty under 40 award recipient successfully admitted to the Notre Dame EMBA program. Each scholarship totals $30,000, distributed as two annual installments of $15,000.
“It’s truly exciting to see the Mendoza College of Business at Notre Dame align its brand with the Michiana Forty under 40 program in such a meaningful way,” Jeff Rea, South Bend Regional Chamber president and CEO, said. The chamber administers the Michiana Forty under 40 program.
“By offering scholarships to program alumni, Mendoza is paying it forward — expanding access to executive education and helping develop the next generation of business and community leaders in our region,” Rea said.
The Notre Dame Executive MBA is a two-year program tailored to working professionals who are experienced senior leaders seeking to enhance their leadership capabilities and broaden their understanding of global business. Students attend monthly in-person residencies on Notre Dame's campus, complemented by immersive learning experiences that provide hands-on education.
The Michiana Forty under 40 program is celebrating its 19th class in 2025. Learn more about the class members here.
