International Leadership Academcy_Utah Global Diploomacy

Looking to round out your resume for a career in international relations?
Attend the Citizen Diplomacy Certification!

Dive into world affairs topics each week as you engage with dynamic local subject matter experts, who skillfully connect these issues to their profound impact on Utah.

Then elevate your learning experience through immersive, hands-on activities designed to enhance not only your knowledge and confidence but also your soft skills. As you gain insights into pressing global issues, you'll grow the invaluable skills that employers seek. Amplify your resume and stand out in the competitive job market by joining us on this exciting venture of personal and professional growth!

Skills you can expect to develop include public speaking, advocacy and lobbying, critical thinking, emotional intelligence, teamwork, networking, communication, project management, negotiation, and cultural competency.

Apply for our Spring Cohort now! Classes will be in-person on Thursdays nights from 6 PM - 9 PM from February - April.

The Citizen Diplomacy Certification is a project of the International Leadership Academy.

Applications due Monday, January 13th. Apply now to secure your spot.

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Application Information

Please briefly answer the following questions so we can get to know you a little bit better

Why are you interested in the Citizen Diplomacy Certification? *

Please describe your career goals? It is alright to have broad, vague ideas as well as specific career goals. *

Committments

I am aware that this is an in person class held in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA *

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The Citizen Diplomacy Certification is a small and dedicated group of career-ready young adults. For this reason, we are looking for individuals who are committed to fully participating in this program. Please complete the following acknowledgements.

I will attend the virtual orientation meeting of the Citizen Diplomacy Certification on Thursday, February 6th. *

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I will attend all 10 weeks of the Citizen Diplomacy Certification. I understand that missing too many sessions means I may be removed from the course *

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No

I understand that there will be no class on March 6th, and instead I will attend Utah Global Diplomacy's Global Changmakers Symposium on March 8th. *

I understand

I already have plans for Saturday, March 8th and cannot attend

I will come to class prepared and ready to fully participate in the discussions and activities. *

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I acknowledge that I can openly disagree with the opinions and viewpoints shared in class, but it will be done in a respectful and open-minded manner. *

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I am committed to attending additional career-development activities and opportunities provided by Utah Global Diplomacy. *

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I am open to becoming a peer-mentor after I have completed the Citizen Diplomacy Certification. *

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I acknowledge that the Citizen Diplomacy Certification is a long-term impact program. For this reason, I will complete survey and evaluations questionnaires sent by Utah Global Diplomacy that measure the impact of this program on my career and leadership advancements. *

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Are there any Thursdays between February 6 - April 17 that you know in advance you will not be able to attend. *

Please use this space to explain any "no" responses to the commitment statements. *

Looking to round out your resume for a career in international relations? Attend the Citizen Diplomacy Certification!

Demographic Information

Application Information

Committments

Looking to round out your resume for a career in international relations?
Attend the Citizen Diplomacy Certification!