Chandran Nair
Founder & CEO, GIFT
Designed for senior level executives and experienced leaders looking to enhance their worldview, create new innovative business models, and expand their global network in both private and public organisations.
In-person
12 learning days
Experiential & outcome-driven
Select past participating organisations
Hong Kong, China
Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China
Hong Kong, China
Location — TBC
Today’s complex global challenges demand fresh thinking and a different kind of leadership. The Global Leaders Programme (GLP) goes beyond traditional executive education, immersing participants in the frontlines of change and the uncertainties looming in the international business landscape.
Renowned for its intellectual rigour and experiential, outcome-driven methodology, the GLP promotes personal growth, equips leaders with practical skills to manage diverse teams in unfamiliar environments, and introduces new paths to success in the 21st century.
Ken Wang Vice President, ORIX Asia Capital
GIFT’s proprietary curriculum, learning tools and high-touch facilitation keep participants engaged and excited from start to finish.
In today’s volatile operating environments, navigating global complexities demands more than a surface-level understanding. The GLP encourages participants to look beyond mainstream narratives and delve deeper into the underlying forces shaping our world.
Participants will examine the impact of globalisation on political structures, economies, and social values, while reimagining capitalism to prioritise collective well-being in a resource-constrained world. You will gain insights into the intricate relationships among government, business, and civil society, learning to balance economic objectives with social and environmental responsibilities.
Additionally, participants will learn to develop strategies to manage organisational externalities and examine the trade-offs and potential of technological innovations for meaningful problem solving.
Designed for senior level executives and experienced leaders looking to enhance their worldview, create new innovative business models, and expand their global network in both private and public organisations.
The programme is led by GIFT’s expert facilitators with decades of experience.
Participants will also have the opportunity to learn from distinguished domain experts and industry leaders, whose wisdom and insights will enrich the participants’ learning experience. Each cohort features a carefully curated lineup of speakers, tailored to address the specific needs of that group.
Stay tuned for the speaker announcement for the upcoming cohorts.
The fee includes a total of 12 full learning days, course materials, personalised evaluation reports, accommodation, return flights from Hong Kong to Module 2 location, logistics, and most meals
Manal Salem Analyst, UAE Prime Ministers Office
The Global Leaders Programme was a great, life-changing experience that made me appreciate many things I had taken for granted. The GLP and the field project addressed major areas of interest, such as negotiation skills, global perspectives, and positive leadership. The programme introduced me to a new and dynamic approach to teamwork and team management.
Charles Kho Senior VP, Multinationals – Banking, HSBC
The GLP goes beyond conventional leadership challenging participants to address global topics from multidimensional perspectives while enhancing leadership through mutual learning. Honest feedback from mentors added great value, fostering self-reflection and ‘wake-up calls.’ I highly recommend GLP as a transformative, once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Kenji Wakasugi Manager, Americas & Platform Solutions, NEC
The GLP is unique in its practical approach to developing leadership skills. Through discussions and group work in a multicultural environment, I was intellectually stimulated and learned what leadership is and what skills need to be developed to become a global leader. The program is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Our insights and resources are rooted in honest inquiry—a candid approach to pursuing genuine understanding, characterised by curiosity, intellectual integrity, and a commitment to finding well-founded, reasoned answers to complex questions.
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The Global Leaders Programme (GLP) is designed for senior level executives and experienced leaders looking to enhance their worldview, create new innovative business models, and expand their global network in both private and public organisations. GIFT can support and advise on your nomination process to select candidates who will benefit most from the GLP.
Today’s complex global challenges demand fresh thinking and a different kind of leadership. The Global Leaders Programme (GLP) goes beyond traditional executive education, immersing participants in the frontlines of change and the uncertainties looming in the international business landscape.
Renowned for its intellectual rigour and experiential, outcome-driven methodology, the GLP promotes personal growth, equips leaders with practical skills to manage diverse teams in unfamiliar environments, and introduces new paths to success in the 21st century.
The Global Leaders Programme (GLP) is a transformative two-week journey divided into two dynamic modules.
Module 1 focuses on interactive classroom learning, guided by GIFT’s proprietary curriculum. It combines thought-provoking lectures, regular reflections, breakout sessions, and insights from guest speakers to create an engaging and participatory learning experience.
Module 2 emphasises hands-on experiential learning. Participants tackle real-world challenges through rigorous action-based projects, business model generation, and creative problem-solving, redefining what it means to think “outside the box.”
Together, these modules empower participants to develop actionable ideas and innovative solutions in a rapidly changing international landscape.
Note: GLP Module 1 will be conducted in Hong Kong, China. The location for Module 2 varies by cohort and will take place in a different city, requiring travel.
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