What you'll be doing

This four-day leadership programme, run in partnership with Common Purpose will challenge you to thrive in a new context. Working with students from Bristol and Universidad Complutense de Madrid, you will play a part in tackling the biggest issues facing businesses, governments and societies today. 

You will explore a major world challenge form a local perspective, such as 'How do we ensure that technological innovation delivers societal as well as eceonomic value in cities?' You will visit local organisations including businesses, NGOs and social enterprises and meet with leaders to get their perspective and insight. Working in teams you will be tasked with creating an innovative solution to the challenge.

Why you should go

• Grow Cultural Intelligence (CQ)
• Discover what it takes to lead across boundaries
• Develop your cross-cultural skills
• Build a global network
• Develop your presentation skills

The skills and experiences you will gain will help set you apart from other students and strengthen your CV for future job applications.

Costs

Thanks to Santander, the four-day Common Purpose programme is funded for all participants.

You will need to pay a programme fee of approximately £300, which includes six nights' accommodation.

You will also need to organise and pay for:

• flights
• insurance
• living costs
• visa (if applicable)

Bursary

There are a limited number of bursaries available for students who come from a background where participation in study or work abroad has been low. The bursary, from Santander bank, is to help cover your programme fee, flights and other costs. Find out if you are eligible.

How to apply