Switzerland Global Leadership Challenge 2024
Description
Apply Now for the Global Leadership Challenge 2024: A Unique Opportunity for Young Leaders
Are you a passionate young leader ready to make a global impact? The Global Leadership Challenge 2024 (GLC) invites 100 emerging leaders to engage in responsible leadership and tackle today’s pressing challenges. Through a rigorous selection process, GLC is searching for postgraduate students and young professionals who demonstrate a commitment to creating positive change in the world.
What is the Global Leadership Challenge?
The Global Leadership Challenge (GLC) 2024 brings together a diverse group of young leaders from around the world. It aims to foster skills in responsible leadership while addressing complex global challenges through design thinking principles. The program is a collaboration between the Oxford Character Project and the St. Gallen Symposium, creating an inspiring environment for participants to learn, grow, and lead for the greater good of society.
Degree Level
Switzerland Global Leadership Challenge 2024 is available to undertake Conference level programs at Switzerland Universities.
Available Subjects
Following subjects are available to study under this scholarship program.
- Leadership
- Business
Benefits
Why You Should Apply
Becoming a GLC member offers several exclusive benefits:
- Global Community of Leaders: You will join a diverse group of young, responsible leaders from different academic disciplines and professional backgrounds.
- Networking Opportunities: Engage with world-renowned academics, senior business figures, and policy leaders to expand your global connections.
- Leadership Development: Participate in bespoke leadership training, designed by the Oxford Character Project, that helps you advance your personal and professional ambitions while working towards the greater good.
- Project Development: Learn how to develop SDG action projects that address real-world global challenges using innovative methodologies like design thinking.
- Official Recognition: Earn a Certificate of Achievement, validating your participation and contribution to the program.
- Exclusive Mentorship: Receive continued guidance from seasoned mentors even after the GLC.
- Top Performers' Invitation: Be one of the high-performing teams and win an invitation to attend the 54th St. Gallen Symposium in May 2025, an exclusive event that brings together global leaders.
Eligible Nationalities
Open to students of all nationalities.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Global Leadership Challenge 2024, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be a student currently enrolled in a Master's or PhD program, or a young professional aged between 21-30 years.
- Have completed your undergraduate studies.
- Demonstrate a commitment to responsible leadership through previous extra-curricular activities or work experience.
- Be able to invest five half-days from 12-16 December 2024 for active participation.
- Full engagement during the program is mandatory to receive the Certificate of Achievement.
- The GLC welcomes applications from all academic disciplines and backgrounds.
Application Procedure
Application Timeline
- Application Deadline: 3rd November 2024
- Results Announcement: Mid-November 2024, when the selected GLC 2024 members will be announced.
How to Apply
If you are ready to take on the challenge, the GLC application process is open now! When you apply, you will be placed in a team with four other GLC members, based on your interests and preferences. This ensures a meaningful experience where you can contribute to a challenge area that best suits your skills and passion.
Don’t miss the chance to be part of this transformative journey! Apply now and take a step towards becoming the leader of tomorrow.
