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Price: $2,500

After completion of the Global Leadership Professional (GLP) certificate program covering four topics, participants are eligible to take part in the next phase of the program in the Global Leadership Professional Designation.

The GLP Designation program provides an opportunity to build upon the knowledge and expertise they have gained during the GLP educational program, utilize the various skills, and put it to practical use through the creation of an industry project that strives to inform and improve the business travel industry.

This year-long program kicks off with an in-person meeting at GBTA Convention where participants meet with their cohort to begin developing their solutions-based project. Your Cohort leader, Dr. Amanda Cecil CMP, is available for virtual consultations to provide feedback and assistance throughout the year. The program concludes with a presentation at the following GBTA Convention, where participants will finalize and present their projects to earn the GLP designation.

How it Works

Program Duration
1 Year

Class Size
Maximum 20 Participants

Format
Hybrid

Model
Collaborative Learning

Key Program Takeaways

  • Peer collaboration and networking
  • Practical application of acquired skills in Management, Marketing, Leadership and Finance
  • Hands-on research and solutions development
  • Enhanced perspective for continued growth
  • Ability to demonstrate thought leadership through sharing your project and proposed solution

What You’ll Earn

  • Global Leadership Professional Certificate from GBTA and Cornell University
  • Use of the GLP Designation (ex: John Smith, GLP)
  • 20 GTP Recertification Credits

Who Should Participate

  • Individuals who have completed the 4 topics in the GLP Certificate Program (Finance, Management, Marketing, Leadership)
  • Business travel professionals from both buyer and supplier sides, who have an interest in applying their masters level learnings towards solving an industry challenge
  • Those with an interest and ability to contribute to industry education during the annual GBTA Convention

• Program Length: 1 year commitment
• Maximum Participants: 20
• Effort: Regular virtual meetings with cohort members to develop project, including collecting data, or finalizing the presentation
• Format: Virtual with two in-person meetings at GBTA Convention 2023 and 2024

I completed the GLP courses and joined the GLP cohort because I was searching for a way to increase my influence, grow in my leadership and help others grow, too; but what I dishhcovered is there’s much more to this program than meets the eye. Client and employer expectations are higher than ever, and the GLP designation demonstrates you have the skills to drive business results and increase your organization’s impact, all with a dedication to excellence and the capacity to perform at the highest levels. 
 
With the expert teaching and collaboration with industry peers, this program is exactly what I needed to achieve the goals I set for myself. The power of connection and proximity to other high-performers in the industry has been paramount in my growth journey. The GLP program is a perfect catalyst for growth and transformation because you will have the support of peers and educators who have proven results. This program is packed with great leaders who not only show the way, but walk the way with you. The experience has allowed me to live out my personal mission and add value to people in such a dynamic way. I’m getting far more from my investment than I ever envisioned!
Sam Bean
Participating in the GBTA GLP program was a goal of mine for some time as I have been a member of GBTA for 25 years.  I had heard others that completed the program and how it enriched their career and formed lifelong friendships and partners with the colleagues they went through the program with.  Both the educational portion and the coming together of minds from different industries did prove to be very beneficial in my career growth and strengthening the way I think of issues not only in the travel industry but overall.  It is an experience I would recommend.
Toni Bonnette