Today marks the official launch of the Leading with Character course for the Global Leadership Challenge (GLC) 2024 cohort—an innovative 30-day experience designed to transform the way young leaders approach character and leadership. Developed through a unique collaboration between Legatum, the Oxford Character Project at the University of Oxford, and the Human Flourishing Programme at Harvard’s Institute for Quantitative Social Science, this course addresses a critical gap in leadership education by equipping participants with research-backed strategies for intentional character development.
Running from 28th February to the end of March 2025, participants will embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth, cultivating courage, love, and hope—the essential virtues that define impactful, purpose-driven leadership.
What the Course Offers
The online course is structured into six modules and will be complemented by weekly interactive sessions and energising 5-day challenges. Each module explores critical facets of leadership, and the overall experience encourages the participants to develop:
- Character: Understand what lies at the heart of good leadership
- Purpose: Clarify a leadership direction and drive
- Courage: Fortify a commitment to courageous action
- Love: Cultivate the relational skills to lead with love
- Hope: Fuel the pursuit of a brighter future
- Lifetime commitment: Plan for ongoing growth and purposeful leadership
The innovative approach of the course ensures that every module not only imparts deep insights but also equips participants with practical strategies to apply to real-world leadership challenges.
Shaping the Next Generation of Leaders
Our Global Leadership Challenge (GLC) participants embarking on this journey represent a diverse group of 50 changemakers committed to redefining leadership for the 21st century. Joining from over 30 countries, they bring a rich tapestry of perspectives yet are united by a shared ambition: to become better leaders and build a better world. The experience will empower them to harness their inner strengths, refine their decision-making, and lead with an unwavering commitment to character.
The Leading with Character course will be publicly launched in March 2025. To learn more about the course, please write to leadingwithcharacter@politics.ox.ac.uk.