MGG Academy application

MGG Academy application and requirements

The MGG Academy is geared towards highly-qualified young professionals who work in a partner institution of the MGG network or in an institution that is interested in future cooperation. Prospective participants should

• be a citizen or permanent resident of one of the MGG partner countries (Brazil, China, European Union, India, Indonesia, Mexico, South Africa),
• work on key issues of global governance and/or sustainable development,
• have between three and 15 years of relevant work experience in the field of global governance or sustainable development
• have a university degree (at least a Bachelor's degree),
• speak very good English (equivalent to B2 of the CEFR),
• be supported by your employer,
• be willing to participate in an intensive full-time programme (40 hours per week),
• be respectful of other cultures,
• be willing to reflect on shared and individual experiences, attitudes and competences,
• be open to a wide range of working methods.

 

The MGG Academy takes place between September and November each year. The application round for the next MGG Academy usually opens between January and March.

Further information on the structure and contents of the MGG Academy as well as on the application process is available here.