Global Leaders Programme - Coventry University

Do you have a strong passion about the intersection of climate change, business, and sustainability? We have an exciting Opportunity for Global Leaders Programme members to take part in a Climate Change Hackathon!

There are only 5 places available and the deadline to register is this Friday 17 September 2021.

Find out more and how to register via the Global Leaders Programme module on Moodle.

If you are a Global Leaders Programme member you can sign-up to the World Languages Programme for free, registering for up to three language courses. The languages count towards gaining your certificate! Don't delay, register today: www.coventry.ac.uk/learn-a-language/

The Global Leaders Programme has a host of opportunities including the opportuntiy to expand your global skills set. Don't take our word for it, hear from student Adam Khan: https://www.coventry.ac.uk/study-at-coventry/student-stories/employability/adam-khan-glp/

We want to hear from you! Tell us about the global experiences you have had at Coventry University and how they have benefited your degree and future aspirations. Take part in our survey today: https://bit.ly/globalquestionnaire

With our Global Leaders Programme you'll have the opportunity to grow your skillset and confidence. See how the programme benefited a fellow student through her time at Coventry University, alongside her degree: www.coventry.ac.uk/study-at-coventry/student-stories/employability/global-leaders-programme-grew-my-confidence/

Would you like to have your say? We would love to hear about your global experiences at Coventry University and how they have benefited you. Take part in our questionnaire today: http://bit.ly/globalquestionnaire

Did you know you can travel at your own pace through our virtual destinations? Travel the world and visit attractions virtually to expand your cultural awareness: https://bit.ly/CGEVWT

Our Global Leaders Programme supports you to grow your skillset with inspiring talks, interactive workshops and more. Take a look at how the programme has benefited student Jack Symms and his future career: www.coventry.ac.uk/study-at-coventry/student-stories/employability/global-leaders-programme-inspired-career/

Nominations for the CUSU Awards are open! You can nominate yourself or your peers for 10 awards across a range of categories, including ones that recognise this unique year of study. Find out more and get nominating -www.cusu.org/cusuawards/

Calling all Global Leaders Programme members for an out of this world speaker event

Bored of lockdown quizzes and being stuck indoors with nothing to do? Join us and Tony Antonelli for a discussion in to key topics such as leadership, followership and more. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions. The event takes place on Thursday 25 March at 4pm.

View more information and register here for free on Moodle: https://cumoodle.coventry.ac.uk/mod/booking/view.php?id=2322202

All Global Leaders Programme members

We are holding an exciting talk on the 25 March, 4-5:30pm which will be hosted by former NASA astronaut and space shuttle pilot Tony Antonelli. See what a previous student had to say about last years NASA speaker event:

"This session really opened my eyes and broadened my vision on Leadership and the unknown and very interesting space. It made me realise that there is so much more to be explored in this universe while learning how to lead our planet Earth to a more sustainable future." - Elena-Alexandra Miron 2020

Register now so you don't miss out: https://cumoodle.coventry.ac.uk/mod/booking/view.php?id=2322202

All Global Leaders Programme members:

The Global Leaders Programme is providing an out of this world speaker event with live questions and answers - Leading from Space. Join NASA astronaut and space shuttle pilot Tony Antonelli for 90 minutes: discussing leadership, followership and keeping control while you orbit the earth.

Date: Thursday 25 March 2021 at 4:00pm (GMT)

Don’t miss out on this talk, register today (GLP members free): https://cumoodle.coventry.ac.uk/mod/booking/view.php?id=2322202

Do you want to become a globally aware graduate? Taking part in an Erasmus programme is one way for you to do that. Funding is still available for eligible students.

Find out more and how to apply:

Global Leaders Programme members - Don't forget to check Moodle for the latest upcoming activities, speaker events and more. Don't miss out, check Moodle today.

Over the winter break, it’s important everybody keeps safe and knows what support is available until the new year. We are continuing to provide essential services for students wishing to remain on campus or who are unable to return home. These include:

🔒 Protection Service

👨‍💻 Student Engagement Centre

🏘 Residence Life

🤝 Welfare and mental health service For details about these services, please visit: https://livecoventryac.sharepoint.com/sites/students-news/SitePages/Wellbeing-service-information-for-the-winter-break.aspx

Global Leaders Programme members

Did you know that part of your membership means you are entitled to three free language courses? Language courses registration is now open for Spring.

Choose from over 30 courses, taught online by native speakers. Register today for your free course: www.coventry.ac.uk/study-at-coventry/centre-for-global-engagement/our-language-programme/

Centre for Global Engagement office will be closed from 21 December 2020 - 5 January 2021 for the Christmas period. This social media channel will not be monitored over this period. We will get back to all messages once we are back in the office.

Happy holidays and we will see you all in the new year from all of us at the Centre for Global Engagement.

All Global Leaders Programme members have access to workshops that can enhance your skillset, enabling you to become a leader of the future. Make sure to visit Moodle to see the latest workshops, talks and more so you don't miss out.

Global Leaders Programme members: Remember to check Moodle for upcoming workshops, speakers and events.

Take a look today so you don’t miss out: https://cumoodle.coventry.ac.uk/mod/booking/view.php?id=2322202

Hear what one of our Global Leaders Programme members, Karin Popovicova, thought after attending one of our recent talks from speaker Matt Austin.

“Thank you for all of these amazing opportunities! I highly appreciate the time and energy you and your team are putting into these events ❤️ This really makes a huge difference in the whole learning and student experience.”

Are you a member of the Global Leaders Programme? If you are, don’t forget to sign up to all of our talks, activities and workshops.

Sign up today: https://cumoodle.coventry.ac.uk/mod/booking/view.php?id=2322202 #

Are you a Global Leaders Programme (GLP) member?

Check out our upcoming speaker, Captain Aseem A. Hashmi MNM.

As the youngest appointed Captain in the Company’s 180-year history, find out how Captain Hashmi went from a career as a budding pilot, curtailed in the 1990s due to cutbacks by British Airways, then going on to studying BEng Aerospace Systems Engineering at Coventry University and finally finding his “sea legs” by embarking on a career at sea.

Date and time: Wednesday 4 November, 5pm

Book your place today: https://cumoodle.coventry.ac.uk/mod/booking/view.php?id=2322202&optionid=5169&action=showonlyone&whichview=showonlyone

Happy Halloween everyone! We hope you have a spooktacular weekend full of fun! 🎃

Are you a Global Leaders Programme member? Join us on Tuesday 3 November at 6:00pm, as Matt Austin provides insights into his global career in HR. He has a breadth of experience in organisations of varying sizes including Clarks, Dyson, Burberry and DeepMind over the last decade.

Sign up today to secure your place: https://cumoodle.coventry.ac.uk/mod/booking/view.php?id=2322202 #

We have an exciting talk taking place with Al Peasland who is Head of Technical and Innovation Partnerships – Williams Racing, CEng, BEng, FIMechE. He will be talking about the leadership lessons he learnt during his time at Formula One!

This is a talk not to be missed! Join us on Tuesday 27 October at 6:00pm. Register today via Moodle: https://cumoodle.coventry.ac.uk/mod/booking/view.php?id=2322202 #

Have you ever wondered what life is like after you have graduated?

We have an inspirational talk on Thursday 22 October 2020 at 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM with our Global Leaders Programme. You’ll enjoy a presentation and Q&A session from two recent graduates, Callum Spence and Charlotte Blewitt. Callum and Charlotte work for Highways England on their Project Management Graduate Scheme and will share their experiences on preparing for the workplace, lessons learnt and considerations whilst you are finishing your degree.

Sign up via Moodle!

Are you interested in modern leadership in a modern world?

Our Global Leaders Programme have a speaker event on Wednesday 21 October 2020, 4:00 PM - Wednesday 21 October 2020, 5:30 PM.

Jack Lowman, founder and author of Hack Yourself, and Coventry University graduate, will deliver a power masterclass on how leadership is changing and what to think about when trying to become a modern leader in a modern world.

Sign up via Moodle!

LAST CHANCE TO BOOK – SPACES LIMITED

Virtual talks – Steve Swanson - Wednesday 1 July 4.00 pm

If you would like to attend please secure your place today as they are limited https://bit.ly/nasavt

Virtual talks – Steve Swanson - Wednesday 1 July 4.00 pm

Do you want to become a future leader? We have a really exciting talk available with Steve Swanson!
He will be speaking about “Leadership and commanding the ISS for 6 months” During his career at NASA Steve accumulated over 195 days in space and was awarded the NASA Exceptional Achievement Medal.

If you want to hear this fascinating talk, register today https://bit.ly/nasavt