Global Leadership Certificate for UCSD Undergraduates

Attend a 90-minute seminar to learn about the program and reflection guidelines, discuss global leadership and self-awareness concepts, and establish personal, academic, career, and other goals for the certificate program.

Subsequently, when you submit your goal statement and identity reflection essay, you are matched with a cohort of 15 undergraduate students guided by an advisor.

See upcoming seminar dates listed below.

Complete activities and submit reflective papers for each of the required components noted below. Your advisor provides feedback and you have the chance to discuss your experiences with your cohort of peers.

1. International experience (choose one)
   1. You are an international student at UCSD
   2. You complete at least 1 quarter of Study Abroad
   3. You complete an international internship
   4. You complete an internationally focused domestic internship
2. Intercultural engagement and community involvement, 20 hours over 2 quarters (choose one)
   1. Intercultural engagement through membership or leadership in a UC San Diego intercultural student organization
   2. Volunteering at the International Center
   3. Intercultural partnership experiences such as tutoring or peer mentoring
   4. Community service with an international/intercultural focus
3. Internationally-focused coursework
   1. Completion of a course, preferably within your major, that has a significant international component
4. Four workshops in leadership skill-building
5. Two lectures and two cultural events

Learn to articulate how your education has shaped you.

1. Capstone project
   Complete a research or applied practice project around a concept of personal interest that emerged from your earlier engagement and reflection.
2. Resume, cover letter, and communication skills
   Revise your resume, draft cover letters, and practice speaking about your global leadership knowledge, skills, and sensitivities.
3. Presentation
   Deliver a 10-minute presentation about your capstone project and learning outcomes.
4. Certificate ceremony
   Upon completion of all requirements, you will earn a certificate noting your accomplishment and commitment to global leadership and receive a special sash to wear at commencement.