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Effective leadership and management are vital for running any organization success- fully. This unique, intensive GILMD course provides excellent training and education from a multi-discipline perspective to equip future leaders and managers who are passionate about making a difference in the world! Students and workers in any of the following disciplines can apply now and will benefit from participating in this course: Business, Education, Marketing, Social Work, Nursing, Liberal Arts, Tour- ism and Hospitality, Communication, Science, IT, Public Administration, Psychology, Social Sciences, Engineering, Mathematics, etc. (Note: Since different universities have different credit transfer policies, GILMD cannot guarantee transfer of credits to other universities). The course is conducted for fifty-five hours over a two week period comprising guest speakers and lectures, role plays, group work, case studies, discussions, cultural and talent night, excursions to extracurricular activities, etc. The course is listed in the UVI website as BUS 400 (for undergradu- ates) and BUS 540 (for graduates). Participants who successfully complete the course will be awarded a Certificate of Leadership and Management Development. Cost: The fee of $2,300 per participant (excluding airfares) covers on-campus meals and accommodation, morning and afternoon refreshments, field trips, ground transportation, learning materials, UVI Course Tuition Fee and the Conference Fee. GILMD INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE Course Participants will also attend the “International Conference on Leadership, Management & Strategic Development” at the beginning of the GILMD course and receive a Certificate of Participation. Samples of GILMD students comments: “One of a kind…life transforming experience.” “GILMD was just GREAT!” “A friendly atmosphere so we can learn without stress.” “I learned a lot of new skills about leadership and management.” “…extremely wonder- ful and beneficial to me in so many ways. It has paved new paths for me in terms of networking and being able to grasp a plethora of information from our speakers and newly found friends.” “One of the most influential leadership conferences that I’ve ever attended. All the sessions were rele- vant and they were all presented in professional and dynamic ways.” Scholarship: A partial scholarship (fee reduction) of about $500-$750 is available, depending on individual circumstances, GPA and how soon the application is submitted. Application: For further information and to download the Application Form, visit: http://globalinstitute.uvi.edu For all enquiries email Dr Gabriel Ogunmokun, Director - UVI GILMD, at the following two email addresses: gogunmo@uvi.edu; ogunmokun@academyofworldbusiness.com;