PGLS 2014 (Moscow, July 31-August 6, 2014)
This August, Preparing Global Leaders Summit (PGLS) will hold its 3rd annual gathering in Moscow, Russia.
Organized by the Moscow School of Social
and Economic Sciences, PGLS will welcome award-winning professors of an
international repute to teach courses on leadership, negotiations,
public speaking, advertising, public policy decision-making, demography,
as well as identity and the politics of membership. Delegates will then
be apply their theoretical knowledge in interactive constitutional,
diplomatic and public policy oriented simulations that will foster
important leadership skills and help prepare our delegates for
real-world challenges.
PGLS delegates will have the opportunity
to socialize with bright, young, motivated students and professionals
from 30+ countries. Attendees will also benefit from immersion in the
host country during a 7-day stay in one of the world’s most dynamic
cities – Moscow, and get a taste of the Russian culture through a guided
tour, a warm welcome by the Russian colleagues, and a visit to the
Russian ballet.
At the end of our summit a graduation
ceremony will be held in order to commemorate the successful completion
of the rigorous program and signify the importance of the established
relationships. So if YOU have what it takes to become a PGLS 2014
delegate, please refer to the section bellow:
ELIGIBILITY
- Citizens of any country in the world are eligible to apply.
- Applicants born from 1979 onward are eligible to apply.
- All applicants must be either pursuing an BA/MA/MSc/PhD or have already completed their educational programs.
- Young professionals with higher education (university level) are also encouraged to apply.
APPLICATION FORM
A completed registration form (available
for download below) is necessary to register and be considered for
participation in the Preparing Global Leader Summit (PGLS). Please, fill
the form out in English, including the titles and names of the programs
you have completed/participated in. In addition, please attach your CV
(resume) in a .pdf format and a Passport photo in a .jpeg format to
the application. A confirmation letter will be sent to the applicant by
e-mail upon the acceptance of your application. Admission decision and
the scholarship decisions will be sent to all accepted scholarship
applicants by May 15. Admission letters of those applicants who did not
apply for a scholarship will be sent out via e-mail by July 4. Category
B** applicants submitting their applications until July 15 will be
accepted on a rolling basis, and will, therefore, receive their
admission decision letters by July 17. Please note that incomplete
applications will not be accepted. The PGLS can grant refunds should an
admitted applicant decide against participation due to the unforeseen
circumstances. However, refunds will only be granted if a cancellation
and refund request are received by July 10, 2014. Should you need more information, do not hesitate to contact the program administration board via e-mail at apply@preparinggloballeaders.com
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*Category A: applicants who hold a citizenship of a country that needs VISA to enter Russia.
**Category B: applicants who hold a citizenship of a country that does not need VISA to enter Russia.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND PROGRAM COST
Applicants may apply for financial
support from PGLS. Scholarships are based on merit, civic involvement,
and motivation. Applicants applying for a scholarship should enclose a
brief scholarship statement to their application (included in the
application form).
Self-financed students pay the full cost
of the program, which is 1200 USD. Tuition, study materials, housing,
daily breakfast and lunch, two formal dinners, and visa support
(invitation letter) is included in the cost of the program.
All participants are responsible for their travel arrangements and associated insurance costs.
