Step into a world of opportunity with this co-curricular module, where you'll develop essential leadership skills that are vital for thriving in today's interconnected world. You'll focus on global leadership and citizenship, and CQ (Cultural Intelligence), gaining hands-on experience planning and executing globally-focused projects and events that benefit our diverse university community.
You'll attend training workshops on topics like intercultural communication, sustainability, and leadership in a global context. You’ll also join the core organising committee for events such as Global Hangouts and WorldFest. Throughout the module you’ll be encouraged to research CQ and EQ (Emotional Intelligence) and regularly reflect on your progress in these areas, mapping out how to apply your global skillset after graduation.
You’ll be one of our 'Global Officers’ during the module and can join the team from Autumn through to Summer, although this is not a requirement of the module.
44 (workshops 32, Group study and events 12)
Reflective portfolio worth 60%
Reflective presentation worth 40%
Reassessment: Single instrument
100% written assessment (2,500 words)
On successfully completing the module, students will be able to:
1) Demonstrate awareness and understanding of CQ (Cultural Intelligence) and its current relevance in the leadership context
2) Demonstrate global leadership skills through the planning and execution of projects and events for the university community
3) Critically reflect on their own development and identify areas to improve in skills applicable to future employment, such as project management, planning, and working in diverse teams
4) Demonstrate strong communication skills in both verbal and written contexts
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