• Academic excellence: judges assess the nominees academic performance.
• Professional growth and achievements: the award acknowledge graduates who have demonstrated notable achievements during their studies.
• Leadership and impact: evaluating their leadership qualities, including ability to inspire others, extracurricular activities and impact on the MBA community.
• Potential for future success: graduates with a high potential for making a significant impact on their careers. The judges will consider their career aspirations, leadership potential, innovative thinking and ability to apply MBA knowledge to real-world challenges.
• Recommendations: can be from your business exec or senior leader. This is an optional inclusion.

This award is open to individuals who have graduated from an MBA or EMBA program since June 2023 or will graduate before September 2024.

You’ll need the following information for your nomination:

• Award nominee information (required) – Information of the nominee for the award
• Nominator information (required) – Information of the nominator/supporter
• Copy of Transcript (required) – Nominee’s attached transcript to verify their academic credentials.
• Letter of Nomination (required) – Outlining why the person has been nominated, and why they should be awarded in their category. This letter may be written by the nominee, or another person nominating on their behalf.
• Letter of Recommendation (optional) – Endorsement from the nominees alma mater, employer, or related organisation as to the suitability of the nominee to be recognised in their category. 
• Project/ Assignment details (optional) – specific details for the award nominated
• Supporting Documents (optional) – Other documents that provide further proof or explanation to accompany aspects raised in the letter of nomination (any videos, photos, diagrams etc.)

The information you provide in this submission will be shared with the judging panel for the MBA Australasia Awards. It may also be referenced or used (in part or in full) in the ongoing operations of MBA Australasia Ltd. If any of the information you provide is confidential, please mark it as such in your submission.

For more support on how to write a compelling Letter of Nomination, please see our submission support document, which is available here, available here.

• Project impact and scalability: initiatives that have had a tangible and measurable impact on the community.Judging the scope and magnitude.
• Sustainability and long-term benefits: the project’s potential to create sustainable, long-term benefits for the community.
• Social equity and inclusion: projects that promote social equity, inclusivity, and empower marginalised populations.
• Leadership and inspiration: evaluating the individual or team’s leadership qualities. Considers the ability to inspire, mobilise and inspire a culture of social responsibility.
• Demonstrated use of knowledge: The nominee’s ability to apply MBA knowledge to real-world challenges.

This award is open to individuals or teams who are current students or have graduated from an MBA or EMBA program since June 2018.

Submissions must be made through the provided form prior to the nomination closure date. The application should include the following:

• Award nominee information (required) – Information of the nominee for the award
• Nominator information (required) – Information of the nominator/supporter
• Copy of Transcript (required) – Nominee’s attached transcript to verify their academic credentials.
• Letter of Nomination (required) – Outlining why the person has been nominated, and why they should be awarded in their category. This letter may be written by the nominee, or another person nominating on their behalf.
• Letter of Recommendation (optional) – Endorsement from the nominees alma mater, employer, or related organisation as to the suitability of the nominee to be recognised in their category.
• Project/ Assignment details (optional) – specific details for the award nominated
• Supporting Documents (optional) – Other documents that provide further proof or explanation to accompany aspects raised in the letter of nomination (any videos, photos, diagrams etc.)

The information you provide in this submission will be shared with the judging panel for the MBA Australasia Awards. It may also be referenced or used (in part or in full) in the ongoing operations of MBA Australasia Ltd. If any of the information you provide is confidential, please mark it as such in your submission.

For more support on how to write a compelling Letter of Nomination, please see our submission support document, which is available here, available here.

• Venture success and growth: entrepreneurs who have demonstrated exceptional achievements in building their ventures.
• Differentiation: the uniqueness and creativity of the entrepreneurial idea or business model. Emphasizing the ability to differentiate from competitors.
• Entrepreneurial leadership: individual leadership skills, including the ability to inspire and motivate team members, navigate challenges, and adapt to change. Scalability and longevity: the potential for the venture’s growth and expansion and its ability to achieve long-term sustainability.
• Demonstrated use of knowledge: The nominee’s ability to apply MBA knowledge to real-world challenges.

This award is open to individuals or teams who are current students or have graduated from an MBA or EMBA program since June 2018.

Submissions must be made through the provided form prior to the nomination closure date. The application should include the following:

• Award nominee information (required) – Information of the nominee for the award
• Nominator information (required) – Information of the nominator/supporter
• Copy of Transcript (required) – Nominee’s attached transcript to verify their academic credentials.
• Letter of Nomination (required) – Outlining why the person has been nominated, and why they should be awarded in their category. This letter may be written by the nominee, or another person nominating on their behalf.
• Letter of Recommendation (optional) – Endorsement from the nominees alma mater, employer, or related organisation as to the suitability of the nominee to be recognised in their category.
• Project/ Assignment details (optional) – specific details for the award nominated
• Supporting Documents (optional) – Other documents that provide further proof or explanation to accompany aspects raised in the letter of nomination (any videos, photos, diagrams etc.)

Information provided as part of this submission will be shared with the judging panel, and may be referenced or used (in part or full) in the MBA Australasia Awards and ongoing operations of the organisation, MBA Australasia Ltd. Should information be confidential in nature please mark it accordingly in the submission.

For more support on how to write a compelling Letter of Nomination, please see our submission support document, available here.

• Compelling story: real-life untold. “Great human advances have not been brought about by mediocre individual; they were brought about by distinctly uncommon people with vital sparks of leadership.”
• Differentiation: the uniqueness and creativity of the entrepreneurial Immigrants who have steered away from conformance to create a better future for themselves.
• Diversity: leadership and ability to inspire and motivate others from different walks of life.
• Demonstrated use of knowledge: the nominee’s ability to apply MBA knowledge to real-world challenges.
• Future possibilities: career aspirations, possibilities and next steps to augment self and contribute to the wider ecosystem in the next five years.

This award is open to individuals or teams who are current students or have graduated from an MBA or EMBA program prior to June 2014.

Submissions must be made through the provided form prior to the nomination closure date. The application should include the following:

• Award nominee information (required) – Information of the nominee for the award
• Nominator information (required) – Information of the nominator/supporter
• Copy of Transcript (required) – Nominee’s attached transcript to verify their academic credentials.
• Letter of Nomination (required) – Outlining why the person has been nominated, and why they should be awarded in their category. This letter may be written by the nominee, or another person nominating on their behalf.
• Letter of Recommendation (optional) – Endorsement from the nominees alma mater, employer, or related organisation as to the suitability of the nominee to be recognised in their category.
• Project/ Assignment details (optional) – specific details for the award nominated
• Supporting Documents (optional) – Other documents that provide further proof or explanation to accompany aspects raised in the letter of nomination (any videos, photos, diagrams etc.)

Information provided as part of this submission will be shared with the judging panel, and may be referenced or used (in part or full) in the MBA Australasia Awards and ongoing operations of the organisation, MBA Australasia Ltd. Should information be confidential in nature please mark it accordingly in the submission.

For more support on how to write a compelling Letter of Nomination, please see our submission support document, available here.

• Passion and enthusiasm : demonstrate genuine enthusiasm and a deep passion for their subject matter.
• Teaching excellence : teaching methods, pedagogical approach, and ability to deliver complex concepts effectively.
• Engagement and support: faculty who actively engage with students, promote active learning, and create a supportive environment.
• Inspirational impact: the ability to inspire and motivate students beyond academic achievements. The influence on students’ growth, leadership development and career aspirations.
• Feedback and testimonials: Judges will take into accountstudent feedback to gauge the lecturer’s impact on thestudent experience.

Submissions must be made through the provided form prior to the nomination closure date. The application should include the following: 

• Letter of Nomination – Outlining why the person has been nominated, and why they should be awarded in their category.
• Video Submission (Optional) – A short video recording (30-120 seconds) from a student or co-worker describing how the nominee has inspired you personally, and why they should be considered for the Most Inspirational MBA Lecturer award.

For helpful tips on how to record a video that looks great, see our recording support document here.

• Vision and strategy: demonstrated a clear and compelling vision for their organisation’s future and developed effective strategies to achieve their goals.
• Business performance: the leader’s impact on the organisation’s financial performance. Such as revenue,growth, market share etc.
• Innovation and adaptability: leaders who have fostered a culture of innovation, encouraged creativity, and embraced change within their organisations.
• Ethical and responsible leadership: demonstrated strong ethical principles, integrity, and a commitment to CSR.
• Industry impact and reputation: the leader’s influence and impact within their industry or sector. Factors such as thought leadership, industry recognition, contributions to best practice or influence on shaping industry trends.

This award is open to individuals who have graduated from an MBA or EMBA program at any time.

Submissions must be made through the provided form prior to the nomination closure date. The application should include the following:

• Award nominee information (required) – Information of the nominee for the award
• Nominator information (required) – Information of the nominator/supporter
• Copy of Transcript (required) – Nominee’s attached transcript to verify their academic credentials.
• Letter of Nomination (required) – Outlining why the person has been nominated, and why they should be awarded in their category. This letter may be written by the nominee, or another person nominating on their behalf.
• Letter of Recommendation (optional) – Endorsement from the nominees alma mater, employer, or related organisation as to the suitability of the nominee to be recognised in their category.
• Project/ Assignment details (optional) – specific details for the award nominated
• Supporting Documents (optional) – Other documents that provide further proof or explanation to accompany aspects raised in the letter of nomination (any videos, photos, diagrams etc.)

Information provided as part of this submission will be shared with the judging panel, and may be referenced or used (in part or full) in the MBA Australasia Awards and ongoing operations of the organisation, MBA Australasia Ltd. Should information be confidential in nature please mark it accordingly in the submission.

For more support on how to write a compelling Letter of Nomination, please see our submission support document, available here.