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GBSN Scholarships: Gnowbe Microlearning Instructional Design Program Level 1 Certification

Introducing The World’s First Microlearning Instructional Design (MID) Accreditation Program

In 2016, there were 3.7 billion smartphone subscriptions worldwide, today there are nearly 6.3 billion and, by 2026, that number will top 7.5 billion. Smartphones have been revolutionizing many industries, including health, travel, and music. Yet, they have not yet made a major difference in education, especially in higher education and in environments where access to education has been low. Even when mobile learning is applied, it is often under-utilized relative to its potential, especially to support social (peer-to-peer) learning, experiential learning, gamification, and virtual/augmented reality. 

That is why GBSN and Gnowbe are partnering to empower up to 2,000 business and management professors with microlearning instructional design skills. Participants in the program will learn the principles of instructional design and how to apply that in a microlearning format for blended or asynchronous learning experiences. Upon successful completion of the programs, participants will earn a Microlearning Instructional Design (MID) Level 1 Certification, which can be applied to their LinkedIn profile.

Participants in the Gnowbe-GBSN program will also earn a certificate of completion from GBSN, which signals preparedness teaching specifically within the context of business and management schools. GBSN believes that the microlearning instructional design skills can be applied to increase inclusiveness and belonging, expand lifelong learning and executive education, generate additional value from case studies and simulations, make research more accessible to practicing managers, and increase the impact of business schools as catalysts for sustainable development. 

To be eligible for the Gnowbe-GBSN program, participants must be employed on a full-time or part-time basis by a GBSN member institution at the time of application. GBSN is particularly interested in applicants from developing countries and least developed countries.

Applications will be first come first serve on a rolling basis until all scholarships are taken. Please indicate you are from a GBSN member institution in the application form.

There is a FAQ section under the landing page applicants can refer to, which includes the commonly asked questions about the scholarship.

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What is the Scholarship about?

To support creators globally, Gnowbe is launching $10 million in scholarships which entitle recipients to earn a Microlearning Instructional Design (MID) Level 1 Certification (worth $497!) for FREE. Recipients will learn the principles of instructional design and the know-how to apply that in a microlearning format for blended or asynchronous learning experiences.

Upon certificate completion, recipients will ‘pay-it-forward’ by equipping others on MID skills and techniques.

The Microlearning Instructional Design Accreditation program is designed for trainers, educators, and instructional designers who are looking to increase the value of their training programs for their clients through a new mode of content authoring known as Microlearning Instructional Design. Through this program, you will witness learning translate into application and business performance.

Are you ready for the next level of learning and design?

Join learning experts impacting innovation in instructional design and the future of education. With the rise of mobile microlearning, a new generation of instructional design calls for the most advanced and creative learning designers to rethink content authoring and disrupt learning design for modern learners. Learn more about the MID accreditation program and be empowered to rewrite history with pioneering instructional design frameworks curated by experts.

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MIT Careers: Assistant Director, Communications and Marketing, Global Programs

  • Job Number: 20867
  • Functional Area: Communications
  • Department: MIT Sloan Office of Global Programs

School Area: Sloan School of ManagementEmployment Type: Full-Time
Employment Category: Exempt
Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Working at MIT offers opportunities, an environment, a culture – and benefits – that just aren’t found together anywhere else. We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds, like yours. If you’re motivated, want to be part of a unique, multicultural, collaborative, and inclusive community, and help shape the future – then take a look at this opportunity.

Information on MIT’s COVID-19 vaccination requirement can be found at the bottom of this posting.

 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, COMMUNICATONS AND MARKETING, GLOBAL PROGRAMS, Sloan School of Management, to write, edit, and develop creative content and collateral for internal and external audiences, including formatting and editing presentations for meetings and events and developing content for print and digital communications and campaigns across multimedia.  Will handle strategic planning for and implement routine and non-routine activities publications, social media, newsletters, advertising campaigns, annual reports, websites, and other outreach activities; identify and organize projects and events, including logistics and materials; manage copyright requirements, including requesting and obtaining appropriate permissions; interact with vendors (e.g., agencies, graphic artists, film production) to produce content and ensure that deadlines are met; research and recommend areas to explore in developing original content; track budget for programs/projects; compile data and metrics for input into measuring campaign performance; provide recommendations on new standards, technologies, and trends in online communities; and focus on creating specific program and GP-wide branding, marketing, and messaging. 

A full job description is available at https://web.mit.edu/sloan-hr/jobs/GPAssistantDirCommunications.pdf.  

Job Requirements
REQUIRED:  bachelor’s degree; at least three years of communications experience; proficiency using Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.; photography and videography skills; interest and experience in education, economic development, entrepreneurship, international business environments, and/or public policy and infrastructure investment; strong project management and leadership skills, including scoping and managing complex projects, setting priorities, meeting deadlines, motivating teams, and managing budgets; ability to manage and collaborate across teams; excellent presentation skills; Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and video proficiency; and experience and comfort with domestic and international travel. PREFERRED: master’s degree, university-based global communications experience, and familiarity with MIT Sloan and MIT education offerings.  Job #20867-7     

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MIT Careers: Assistant Director, Global Programs

Job Number: 20948
Functional Area: Administration
Department: MIT Sloan Office of Global Programs
School Area: Sloan School of Management

Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Category: Exempt
Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Working at MIT offers opportunities, an environment, a culture – and benefits – that just aren’t found together anywhere else. We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds, like yours. If you’re motivated, want to be part of a unique, multicultural, collaborative, and inclusive community, and help shape the future – then take a look at this opportunity.

Information on MIT’s COVID-19 vaccination requirement can be found at the bottom of this posting.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, GLOBAL PROGRAMS, Sloan School of Management, to direct international programs and partnerships, specifically the newly signed agreement with the University of Naples Parthenope, and continue to support collaborations in China (Tsinghua and Fudan), including outreach as part of the strategic mission of MIT Sloan Global Programs (GP).  Will act as point of contact for program partners, effectively communicating program goals and activities and posting course syllabus and required reading materials to online teaching platforms; work closely with GP staff to coordinate program activities and operations, improving efficiencies and promoting cross-program collaboration; maintain compliance with visa application policies and procedures by working closely with internal multistakeholders to successfully onboard international scholars and/or visiting faculty; and develop and maintain program budgets.

Additional information about the current collaborations and academic impact of MIT Sloan’s Global Program is available here. 

A full job description is available here.

Job Requirements
REQUIRED:  bachelor’s degree; at least two years of administrative and/or project/program management experience; strong project management skills, including ability to scope and lead complex projects, set priorities, meet deadlines, motivate teams, and manage budgets; and discretion and judgment with confidential information/issues.  PREFERRED:  master’s degree; experience and comfort with domestic and international travel; proven ability to support a culture of experimentation; and ability to effectively coach, develop, and influence others. Job #20948-6

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Woxsen University Student Exchange Fall Semester 2022 Nomination is Officially Open￟

Woxsen University is pleased to announce that Woxsen University Student Exchange Fall Semester 2022 Nomination is officially OPEN!

The nomination deadline for the Fall 2022 (August to December) Semester is May 31st, 2022. Please send your nominations by completing the online google form below:

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General Information

The Incoming Students Factsheet (please refer to it for any details, however, this is an old version of the factsheet) shall guide you with all the relevant details pertaining to the mobility. The Student Exchange Program is available for both Undergraduate and Masters level students in the schools of Business, Arts & Design, Technology & Architecture.

You may view the programs available on their website.

As part of immediate next steps, the International Office Coordinator at your university can share nominations by filling in the google form attached above. Kindly send all the filled in incoming application forms after the google form submissions. Subsequently later on, Students must be ready to submit the following docs to support the applications as per the given timelines:

1.         Official Academic Record or Transcript of classes at the home institution

2.         Proof of English language competency if English if NOT the native language (TOEFL/IELTS Documentation or a Certificate issued by your university (duly stamped and signed) stating the English language proficiency)

3.         Photocopy of the biographical information page of the passport.

Key Dates

Nomination Deadline: May 31st, 2022

Application Deadline: June 10th, 2022

Submission of documents: 30 days before the start date of the exchange 90 days before for in-person delivery.

Please Note: Food and Accommodation will be provided for FREE on campus.

The Fall Semester will be held in-person for all international students. 

View the Incoming Student Fact Sheet Here

Call for Experts: Women Empowerment for Diversity and Equality in Business Education in Africa

The Association of African Business Schools (AABS) is currently implementing the project “Promoting Diversity and Equality” and is looking for volunteer experts with relevant experience, especially across African business schools. The project, with the support of the AABS Board-appointed Ad-hoc Committee Members, aims to build greater diversity and gender balance while supporting the
leadership of AABS member schools across the continent.

The objective will be to reduce the gender gap across leadership levels within African business schools, enhance Africa’s ranking in global competitiveness reports on gender equality, and achieve gender balance in decision-making positions. Through a dynamic of cooperation and exchange of ideas and innovative solutions, the core group of experts will help AABS promote a more inclusive environment within its network by providing practical and interactive tools and tips that are tailored for its members’ needs.

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Join MIT REAP’s Next Cohort of Innovation Ecosystem Leaders

MIT Regional Entrepreneurship Acceleration Program, an initiative of the MIT Sloan School of Management, provides opportunities for communities around the world to engage with MIT in an evidence-based, practical approach to strengthening innovation-driven entrepreneurial (IDE) ecosystems.

Since 2012, MIT REAP has worked with 70+ regions worldwide to strategize and empower regional stakeholders to implement initiatives that contribute to their economic growth, job creation, and social progress. Our current cohort include Rio de Janeiro, Wallonia, Caldas, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Los Angeles, and Northern Ireland.

If you are interested in joining our next cohort, applications for Cohort 10 (2023-2024) are due July 30, 2022.

If you’re interested in attending our upcoming event in London, please complete this form.

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The Case Centre- Case Teaching Scholarships Applications are Now Open

Applications are now open for our 2022 Case Teaching scholarships! As part of our mission to support and inspire case method practitioners, we offer five Case Teaching Scholarships each year to individuals who are new to case teaching.

The benefits include:

  • a free place on an online case teaching workshop
  • a review of one of the recipient’s case sessions by a workshop tutor•an exclusive online session with an expert case teacher
  • a range of curated case teaching articles and books.

Who is eligible?

Faculty or PhD students with teaching responsibilities that are new to case teaching are welcome to apply. Applicants must have been teaching with cases for no more than 18 months, or be planning to start using cases in their teaching during the next calendar year. You can be from any organization worldwide and people of all ages who are new to case teaching are eligible.

Scholarship Benefits

  • A free place on one of our online expert-led case teaching workshops â€“ an invaluable opportunity to benefit from the knowledge and experience of an internationally respected case teacher, and share experiences and insights with fellow teachers on the course.
  • A review of one of your case teaching sessions by a workshop tutor from The Case Centre. You’ll submit a recording of your case teaching session (no more than 90 minutes in length) and feedback will be provided by one of The Case Centre’s workshop tutors via Zoom or a similar platform. The review must be completed within one year of being awarded the scholarship, and we advise that it is after you have attended our case teaching workshop.
  • The opportunity to attend an exclusive online session with an expert case teacher, who will provide insight into their case teaching experience and host a Q&A for scholarship recipients.
  • Provision of a curated selection of case teaching articles from leading case institutions.
  • Free digital copy of the book Teaching & Writing Cases: A Practical Guide by John Heath.

On completion of your scholarship, you will receive a certificate from The Case Centre in recognition of your achievement. 

Key Dates

Dates for the 2022 scholarships:

  • 2 February 2022: applications open
  • 1 July 2022: applications close
  • 25 July 2022: applicants notified of decision about their scholarship application
  • December 2022: exclusive online session with an expert case teacher
  • 25 July 2023: deadline for case teaching review to be completed.

If you have any further questions regarding this please contact Hazel Walker at hazel@thecasecentre.org.

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Stanford Seed is Now Accepting Applications: Summer Internships in Emerging Markets

Application Deadline:
Graduate students: Application Deadline Extended to April 8!
Undergraduate students: Application Deadline Extended to April 8!

*Travel update: Per current Stanford travel policy, graduate students are permitted to travel to all Seed internship locations this summer. For undergraduates, travel is now permitted in South Africa, Botswana, and Senegal, and approval is expected for Ghana, India and Kenya (pending formal University approval in April). Where travel is not permitted, internships will otherwise take place 100% remotely.

Work closely with talented entrepreneurs in Africa and South Asia while gaining high-level work experience and making a social impact. Seed welcomes applicants from all departments and majors. 

*Note: internships offered on a first come, first served basis.


Key Program Details

  • Eligibility: Undergraduate (current sophomores and above), co-term, and graduate students in all departments and majors. Graduating students (class of ’22) may participate
  • Internship length: 8-10 week summer internships
  • Internship types: Seed offers a diverse set of project opportunities across numerous sectors, suitable for students in education, the social sciences, humanities, STEM fields, business and more
  • Covid-19 update: Format will be determined by Stanford travel policy by/before April 2022. We hope, but can’t guarantee, on-site internships in some or all locations. Internships will otherwise be offered 100% remotely. Remote internships may be considered, if preferred, in all scenarios.
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Apply Now for the Second Edition of “This is How I Moved my #BusinessForward” Campaign

Business Forward, the knowledge portal of AUC School of Business, is starting off 2022 running a very exciting digital campaign that calls for the participation of the business community.

In recent years, and even more accelerated by COVID-19, there is a movement emphasizing the purpose and role of business in society to create values, ensure sustainable development, diversity, and stakeholder interests. However, in Egypt and this part of the world, literature about responsible business or corporate responsibility and documentation of its practice is very limited. It is often mistakenly associated with charity, philanthropy and public relations.

In this edition of “This is How I Moved my #BusinessForward”, in partnership with The Coca Cola Company and the Commercial International Bank (CIB), the objective is to build the narrative and awareness about corporate responsibility, highlighting positive examples that demonstrate responsible business conduct embedded in the vision and day-to-day operations of the business, rather than a one-off act.

Join to showcase how your business or company helped promote corporate responsibility over the past year. The call for participation is open until February 28, 2022. The campaign ends with the audience voting on the most inspiring stories and an awards ceremony in March 2022.

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