McKinsey.org Forward in Türkiye & Azerbaijan

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McKinsey.org Forward is a free ten-week learning program designed to equip individuals at different stages of their careers – from career starters to job changers – with practical skills to succeed in the future of work.

What you can expect

Whether you are in the early days of your career or navigating a new opportunity, the Forward learning journey will help you develop new ways of thinking, expand your skill set and grow your confidence.

At the end of the program, you will receive a McKinsey.org Forward digital badge and join an exclusive global network of life-long learners.

Interactive learning journey
  • Variety of formats: digital courses, virtual-learning events, assignments, and reflection exercises
  • Dedicating about two hours a week over ten weeks
Workplace skills you can use immediately

Gain the skills and tools to do the following:

  • Turn business problems into opportunities by using structured and creative thinking.
  • Communicate in a clear and impactful way that makes your audience take action.
  • Identify opportunities to use digital and emerging AI-enabled solutions in responsible and impactful ways.
  • Be adaptable and build emotional awareness for working in a team or alone, especially in times of change.
  • Build strong relationships and maintain your well-being at work.
  • Develop your digital tool kit and plan to navigate the modern digital world.
Eligibility criteria

To access McKinsey.org Forward, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Currently reside in Türkiye or Azerbaijan
  • Are working or have prior work experience (including internships or apprenticeships), or are preparing to start work sometime in the next 12 months
  • Have less than 5 years of total work experience**
  • Have completed at least a high school education or equivalent (e.g., GED)
  • Have a good command of English (the program is conducted in English)
**Applicants with more than 5 years of experience may still be eligible if they work in the nonprofit/NGO sector, a non-corporate setting, or in non-managerial roles.

Mark your growth

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Earn the McKinsey.org Forward badge

Participants who complete the Core Skills level will earn a personalized digital badge, which is shareable across social media and other digital channels.

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The McKinsey.org Forward program has empowered over 500,000 participants worldwide, helping them build the resilience, confidence, and skills necessary to overcome career challenges and make a meaningful impact. As the workplace continues to evolve, so does the importance of continuous learning.

What Forward alumni are saying

 

McKinsey Forward succeeded in transforming a learning process into an inspirational journey for me. I enjoyed every moment and developed the muscle of ‘learning to learn,’ which I’m now flexing every day!

Bilgesu, sustainable-fashion entrepreneur
Türkiye

Forward helped me evolve as a young professional. The skills I learned were very practical and helped me be adaptable and resilient, communicate effectively, and develop the right mindset.

Zaira, marketing and communications specialist
Azerbaijan
Tunay Kara

Forward is unlike any other program. It has helped me unlock my own potential and open my eyes to the importance of adaptable and resilient mindsets and setting clear learning intentions. Each step of the journey is precious.

Tunay, development engineer
Türkiye

Meet Bilgesu

As a young sustainable-fashion entrepreneur from Türkiye, Bilgesu was on a search to grow her communication, leadership, problem-solving, and digital skills. She found the McKinsey.org Forward program to be the perfect match.

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