2025 German Development Institute's Managing Global Governance(MGG) Academy - Apply Now

Application Deadline: March 16, 2025

The German Development Institute’s Managing Global Governance (MGG) Academy is now accepting applications for its 2025 cohort. This prestigious program is designed for talented early- to mid-career professionals from key global economies and the European Union. If you’re passionate about leadership, global challenges, and sustainability, this program is your gateway to making a lasting impact.

What is the MGG Academy?

The MGG Academy is an exclusive training and dialogue platform for professionals from Brazil, China, the EU, India, Indonesia, Mexico, and South Africa. It fosters collaboration among government officials, researchers, civil society leaders, and private sector experts to drive global transformation and sustainable development.

Through a rigorous, experience-based learning approach, participants refine their leadership skills, expand their professional networks, and engage in meaningful discussions on pressing global issues such as climate change, digitalization, and social inequality.

Why Should You Apply?

For Participants:

A Transformative Learning Experience: Gain knowledge and tools to address the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Engage in Interactive Learning: Benefit from lectures, study trips, group discussions, and peer-to-peer exchanges.
Build a Global Network: Connect with like-minded professionals and institutions committed to sustainable development.

For Organizations:

Enhance Employee Skills: MGG alumni return with refined leadership capabilities and a global perspective.
Explore New Partnerships: Gain opportunities to collaborate on innovative projects and advance sustainability initiatives.
Leverage a Global Network: Engage with institutions worldwide to foster impactful cooperation.

Program Structure

The MGG Academy is built around three core pillars:

Knowledge Development: Participants engage in academic modules focused on pressing global challenges, with an emphasis on critical and systems thinking.
Leadership Training: Through self-reflection and teamwork, participants develop competencies in values-based leadership, cooperation, and decision-making.
Action-Oriented Learning: Practical workshops, agile project management sessions, and teamwork exercises ensure that participants can apply their learnings to real-world situations.

Learning Approach

The MGG Academy employs a constructivist learning methodology, blending theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience. Participants benefit from:

Role-playing and interactive discussions.
Professional coaching to guide leadership development.
Collaborative exercises that enhance problem-solving and teamwork skills.

What’s Covered?

This fully funded program provides:

Free participation in all program components.
Accommodation for the entire duration.
A monthly allowance of €2,200.
Comprehensive health, accident, and liability insurance.
A local public transport pass.
Travel support within Germany and Europe.

Note: Travel costs to Germany and expenses for family members are not covered.

Eligibility Criteria

For Applicants:

Must be a national or permanent resident of Brazil, China, the EU, India, Indonesia, Mexico, or South Africa.
Hold a university degree (minimum Bachelor’s).
Possess 3 to 15 years of professional experience in global cooperation and/or sustainable development.
Be proficient in English for active participation in discussions.
Secure employer support (written confirmation required).
Commit to full-time participation (8 hours per day).

For Employers:

Grant special leave to employees attending the program.
Cover round-trip travel costs to and from Germany.
Support participants in applying new competencies in their workplace.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

The MGG Academy promotes a welcoming environment for individuals of all backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, ethnicities, religions, and physical abilities. The program ensures that every participant feels included and empowered to contribute to meaningful discussions.

Apply Now!

Don’t miss this chance to be part of a dynamic global community dedicated to transforming leadership and sustainability.

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