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Login to Canvas and accept your invitation to the Future Leaders Certificate 2024-25 Application Stage Canvas course, and apply by Sunday 13 October 2024.
About the programme
In today’s digital age and an increasingly complex world, developing key skills for the workplace is crucial. Our programme helps you become a future leader with purpose. You will learn to shape a sustainable and responsible future.
This programme is competitive and extra-curricular. It is open to all full-time Business School MSc students. It helps you get ready for the future of work. You will:
- Learn about your own leadership skills
- Work on a real company project to gain leadership experience
- Create a portfolio to show future employers
The programme needs your focus, drive, and commitment, but the benefits are huge. Don’t just take our word for it – watch the video featuring FLC alumni and our Director of Education, Professor Nicki Newman, and read a testimonial from one of last year’s participants below:
Asad Syed
MSc HRM & FLC Participant, 2022-23
“It was one of the best decisions I ever made! The practical nature of the FLC programme equipped me with the skills and knowledge to excel in leadership roles in the evolving business landscape.”
What you will do
If selected, you will join our rigorous programme from November 2024 to June 2025. This includes:
- Canvas modules, coaching, and self-reflection
- Guest talks and workshops
- Individual and group challenges
- Networking opportunities
- An intensive summer project where you will work on a real issue for a company
Companies we work with
Since our pilot in 2018-19, we have been fortunate enough to partner with the following companies. We will update this section once we confirm the companies setting the projects, in summer 2024:
- Beiersdorf
- BBC
- Britvic
- Lloyds Banking Group / Birmingham Business School Centre for Responsible Business
- Siemens