Leadership

Issued by Academic Programs International

Earners of this badge display the core tenets of successful leadership, including the ability to effectively connect, collaborate, advocate, and integrate their international experience and newfound intercultural knowledge into their personal leadership philosophy.

Additional Details

Skills

Active Learning
Advocacy
Analytical Skills
Communication skills
Creativity
Critical Thinking
Cultural Competence
Experiential Learning
Goal Setting
Growth Mindset
Interpersonal Skills
Language Skills
Leadership
Problem Solving
Reflection
Working With Diverse Populations

Earning Criteria

Complete an international experience with Academic Programs International (API), studying, interning, teaching, volunteering, or working abroad.
Understand, apply, and assess skills related to establishing individual leadership values and approaches by completing activities designed to explore leadership philosophies in a variety of cultural contexts.
Practice host country language(s) and/or colloquialisms through select activities.
Submit 7 completed activities across all phases of international experience, including before, during, and after program.