Global Leaders Programme
Excellence in global reputation, advocacy and advancement
A global leaders programme like no other
The Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Global Leaders Programme is designed to give senior executives in higher education an unparalleled opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, inspiration and connections required to navigate the complexities of an increasingly turbulent climate for universities across the world.
Anchored by an exceptional international study tour to some of the world’s most innovative institutions, Global Leaders Programme delegates will have a truly international experience, underpinned by CASE’s unique worldwide network of university leaders and practitioners.
"To university leadership, the world is almost unrecognisable from just five years ago. The CASE Global Leaders Programme will provide delegates with a genuinely global appreciation of best practice, leadership and strategy across all aspects of university reputation, advocacy and advancement.
This unique executive development opportunity is a prudent investment for any university leader seeking to navigate their institution through challenging times."
Sue Cunningham, President and CEO, CASE
Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli, Principal, University of Glasgow
Global Leaders Programme Faculty
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Andrea Farquhar
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Dr Jess Gallagher
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Kirsten Andrews
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Marina Cooper
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Dan Dillon
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Paul Andrews
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Rachel Sandison OBE
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Alastair Jarvis CBE
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Liesl Elder
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Nathalie Trott
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Andrew Monk
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Sue Cunningham
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Jane Chafer
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Alex Favier
About the Global Leaders Programme
University leaders of the future must continue to act as stewards of their institutions’ global reputation in rapidly changing external environments; building teams that excel at all aspects of institutional reputation, advancement and advocacy.
Across the UK, United States, Australia and Canada, the CASE Global Leaders Programme will provide its delegates with a clear understanding of what global excellence looks like in each of these areas.
The programme will also provide insight and practical tools to help university leaders to take a more integrated and strategic approach across the full spectrum of external engagement; be this marketing and communications, philanthropy and alumni relations, political affairs and advocacy.
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Each CASE Global Leaders Programme Cohort will consist of:
o • a carefully curated cohort of between 12 – 16 University Executive Board (Cabinet) leaders, nominated by their institutional leader.
o an exceptional international study tour to some of the world’s most innovative institutions, led by a world-leading Vice-Chancellor and supported by expert facilitators.
View the indicative agenda for the 2025 Study Tour.
o three Reputation, Advocacy and Advancement in Action masterclasses, with opportunity to participate in key action learning sets and attend VIP dinners in London with leading guest speakers from government, industry and third sector.
o a half-day of facilitated exchange and engagement in the UK with another international CASE Global Leaders Programme Cohort, followed by an evening dinner hosted by UK/worldwide diplomats.
o an invitation to attend the annual CASE Global Leaders alumni dialogue and reception taking place at the CASE Summit for Leaders in Advancement conference in New York City.
CASE Global Leaders Programme 2025
UK Cohort – US (East Coast) Study Tour
16 – 21 March 2025
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Delegates will:
o develop an outstanding and internationally-informed appreciation of reputation, advocacy and advancement strategy and practice.
o experience an international study tour like no other, gaining insight, inspiration and ideas from some of the world's most prestigious and innovative institutions in the company of expert facilitators.
o forge strong, long-lasting networks, connections and peer-to-peer relationships both domestically and globally.
o be informed, empowered and better prepared with the skills and knowledge needed to help their institutions navigate an unprecedented external environment.
o have a clear understanding of how to develop institutional strategies, identify and grow talent, deliver success and manage challenges related to all things reputation, advocacy and advancement.
o have a greater appreciation of how to build an integrated approach across these areas of strategy and practice.
o hear from outstanding leaders in government, industry and the third sector.
o be part of open and honest discussions with global senior leaders.
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The Global Leaders Programme is open to;
o Executive Board members
o Cabinet members
o Vice-Chancellors
o Presidents
o Pro Vice-Chancellors
o Provosts
o Chief Marketing Officers
o Chief Operating Officers
o Deans of Faculty/School
from the UK, Europe, Australia, Canada and the United States.
If you are interested in the programme but not sure if you are eligible, contact us and let us know your job title and remit and we will be able to advise.
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Step 1: Register your interest in joining the CASE Global Leaders Programme.
Register your details and express any preference for a particular cohort and international study tour.
Step 2: Receive an invitation to apply for the CASE Global Leaders Programme.
You will then receive an invitation to formally apply for the Study Programme cohort of choice. Applicants will need to briefly define their reasons for applying and demonstrate the endorsement from the head of their institution (if required).
Step 3: Applications considered and approved.
The faculty will consider applications on a rolling basis. If an application is successful, prospective delegates will then be asked to secure their place on the cohort with the payment of a deposit.
Each cohort will be carefully curated to incorporate a diversity of delegate roles and institutions, there is an advantage to completing an application early.
Cost
CASE Members - £15,000 + VAT
Non-Members - £20,000 + VAT
