Global Leadership Diploma
Take your leadership to the next level
An executive professional development program through the
University for Peace, an institution established by
the United Nations General Assembly
Global Leadership Diploma
Take your leadership to the next level
An executive professional development program through the University for Peace, an institution established by the United Nations General Assembly
Cohort start dates: Feb 1, April 15, July 1, Sep 15
The next cohort begins on February 1st, 2025
Develop the skills, creative confidence, and networks needed to approach complex problems in a fast-changing world.
Develop the skills, creative confidence, and networks needed to approach complex problems in a fast-changing world.
WORLDWIDE RECOGNITION
Boost your professional profile with a Diploma from the University for Peace - established by the UN General Assembly
HYBRID MODALITY
Learning your way—join on-site, online, or enjoy the best of both with our hybrid option.
FLEXIBLE
Flexible online and onsite options to fit your busy schedule
PERSONALIZED
Receive personalized feedback from experienced instructors and learn from a global network of peers
WORLDWIDE RECOGNITION
Boost your professional profile with a Diploma from the University for Peace - established by the UN General Assembly
HYBRID MODALITY
Learning your way—join on-site, online, or enjoy the best of both with our hybrid option.
FLEXIBLE
Flexible online and onsite options to fit your busy schedule
PERSONALIZED
Receive personalized feedback from experienced instructors and learn from a global network of peers
Program Details - Global Leadership Diploma
- Take 5 courses to complete your Diploma within 18 months
- Create your own unique learning journey, choosing from a comprehensive 14-course catalog
- With just 1 required course (Positive Leadership or Regenerative Leadership), you choose the 4 electives that are right for your needs and interests
- Receive 3 one-on-one coaching sessions to help ensure that your learning translates into action!
The University for Peace, an institution established by the UN General Assembly
The world looks to the United Nations for solutions to complex problems everywhere; from ending conflict and alleviating poverty, to combating climate change and defending human rights. As a UN-established institution, the University for Peace works tirelessly to contribute to world peace and progress. Our professional development programs give you the skills to have positive impact on this world, contributing directly to this mission.
Program Details - Global Leadership Diploma
- Take 5 courses to complete your Diploma within 18 months
- Create your own unique learning journey, choosing from a comprehensive 14-course catalog
- With just 1 required course (Positive Leadership or Regenerative Leadership), you choose the 4 electives that are right for your needs and interests
- Receive 3 one-on-one coaching sessions to help ensure that your learning translates into action!
What skills will the Global Leadership Diploma give you?
Develop a personal or organizational leadership strategy
Create a culture of creativity and innovation, both personally and on an organizational level
Receive the tools to create a high-performance work environment
Gain exposure to different business models for measuring impact and innovative design
What skills will the Diploma in Social Innovation give you?
Develop a personal or organizational leadership strategy
Create a culture of creativity and innovation, both personally and on an organizational level
Receive the tools to create a high-performance work environment
Gain exposure to different business models for measuring impact and innovative design
- Skills for Effective Negotiations (onsite & online)
- Designing your Life: Innovating from the Inside Out
- Gross Global Happiness
- Educating in Changing Times: Reflect, Rethink and Rebuild
- Positive Leadership (onsite & online)
- Design Thinking (onsite & online)
- Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Social Change
- Monitoring & Evaluation Fundamentals: Measuring Outcomes & Impact
- Tackling Finance in the Social Sector: From Fundraising to Impact Investment
- Regenerative Leadership
- Organizational Happiness: Walking the Talk
- Social Media for Social Innovation
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Workplace: A Global Approach
- High Performance Teams: Embracing our Differences
- Intercultural Communication and Collaboration
- Empowered Communication
Which courses count towards the diploma?
- Skills for Effective Negotiations (onsite & online)
- Designing your Life: Innovating from the Inside Out
- Gross Global Happiness
- Educating in Changing Times: Reflect, Rethink and Rebuild
- Positive Leadership (onsite & online)
- Design Thinking (onsite & online)
- Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Social Change
- Monitoring & Evaluation Fundamentals: Measuring Outcomes & Impact
- Tackling Finance in the Social Sector: From Fundraising to Impact Investment
- Regenerative Leadership
- Organizational Happiness: Walking the Talk
- Social Media for Social Innovation
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Workplace: A Global Approach
- High Performance Teams: Embracing our Differences
- Intercultural Communication and Collaboration
- Empowered Communication
Who is in the UPEACE Diploma Programs?
- People from all ages!
- Participants from more than 60 countries
- Working professionals
Who is in the UPEACE Diploma Programs?
- Ages from 20 to 62 years old
- Participants from more than 60 countries
- Working professionals
Professional Sectors Include:
Non-profit
Education
For-profit/Business
Government
Business Owner
United Nations
Professional Sectors Include:
Plans & Pricing
The 5-course Diploma in Global Leadership is $4,495 - (Hybrid, On-site or Online).
We want this impactful learning program to be accessible, and we recognize that participants from around the world are all facing unique circumstances. Here are a few sample payment plans that we can happily arrange for you!
Questions? Connect with us on a call!
3-part plan
Split the fees into installments aligned with your course start dates.
- $700 deposit – Secure your spot in the program and schedule a 1-on-1 call with a Program Specialist
- 3 installments of $1,275 – Paid every 4 months within one year
5-part plan
Split the fees into 5 payments, ensuring the program is fully paid by the start of your 5th and final course.
- $700 deposit – Secure your spot in the program and schedule a 1-on-1 call with a Program Specialist
- 5 installments of $770 – Paid every other month
12-part plan
Choose monthly installments to better manage your budget while progressing through the program.
- $700 deposit – Secure your spot in the program and schedule a 1-on-1 call with a Program Specialist
- Monthly installments of $325 – For the first 12 months
Words from those who've done it (and loved it)
Harika Rao
Instructor at Lynn University, United States
"All the concepts that were taught, have been tremendously helpful in strengthening my knowledge. The most powerful new learning was about regenerative leadership and its everyday use in our lives."
Jelle-Jochem Duits
Diplomat, Netherlands
"Not only does this Diploma help deepen your understanding of leadership, it is a holistic approach to learning that I would recommend to anyone. "
Elena Serbanescu
Diplomat and Founder of Casa Naturii, Romania
"Thanks to the extraordinary trainers, colleagues, subjects, and teaching methods, I managed to transform my idea of social impact into a strategically planned project ready to be launched."
Words from those who've done it (and loved it)
Harika Rao
Instructor at Lynn University, United States
"All the concepts that were taught, have been tremendously helpful in strengthening my knowledge. The most powerful new learning was about regenerative leadership and its everyday use in our lives."
Jelle-Jochem Duits
Diplomat, Netherlands
"Not only does this Diploma help deepen your understanding of leadership, it is a holistic approach to learning that I would recommend to anyone. "
Elena Serbanescu
Diplomat and Founder of Casa Naturii, Romania
"Thanks to the extraordinary trainers, colleagues, subjects, and teaching methods, I managed to transform my idea of social impact into a strategically planned project ready to be launched."
The University for Peace, an institution established by the UN General Assembly
The world looks to the United Nations for solutions to complex problems everywhere; from ending conflict and alleviating poverty, to combating climate change and defending human rights. As a UN-established institution, the University for Peace works tirelessly to contribute to world peace and progress. Our professional development programs give you the skills to have positive impact on this world, contributing directly to this mission.
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