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Global Business Executive Leadership (GBEL)

The Global Business Executive Leadership Program (GBEL) is a cutting-edge and regionally-focused academic initiative exclusively designed to equip business executives working in Latin America and the Caribbean with the knowledge, skills, and strategic insights needed to navigate the complex global business landscape.

Designed by Georgetown University's Latin America Leadership Program (LALP), especially for business leaders working in the Latin American and Caribbean regions, this hybrid executive education program includes two in-person modules in Panama City (Panama) and at Georgetown University, Washington, D.C. (U.S.A), along with an 8-week virtual module in between.

Based on the long-standing success of its Global Competitiveness Leadership (GCL) and Innovation and Leadership in Government (ILG) annual programs, LALP's new flagship program is a comprehensive non-degree business executive program that integrates key themes of global operations management, strategic leadership, adaptability and innovation, and business sustainability to empower business leaders make informed decisions that drive organizational success in today's dynamic and interconnected world.​

GBEL goes beyond a traditional academic program, providing an innovative model to promote experiential learning. The curriculum combines academic courses offering theoretical frameworks and practical tools, knowledge, and applications facilitated through group discussions, case simulations, and peer-to-peer exercises. There is a strong emphasis on open dialogue, class engagement, and peer learning. As part of the program, participants will develop an applied business project proposal where they will identify a challenge or an opportunity they currently face in their company and propose a comprehensive strategy to address it. Participants must get their organization's approval to develop and implement their business project proposal.

Upon completing this program, business executives will be equipped with a holistic understanding of global business dynamics and the ability to drive strategic initiatives in their organizations, positioning them as influential leaders in today's rapidly evolving business environment

Skills / Knowledge

  • Leadership
  • Latin America
  • Innovation
  • Project Development
  • Communications
  • Globalization, Competitiveness, and Gobernability
  • Sustainability
  • Global Business
  • Strategy
  • Global Operations Management
  • Adaptability
  • Experiential Learning

Earning Criteria

Required

course

Eligibility Requirements:

•Have at least 5-7 years of work experience related to business in Latin America and the Caribbean.

•At least 30 years of age.

•Proven leadership capability and potential for growth in global business.

•English fluency (the program will be taught in English without simultaneous translation).

•Receive their organization's support to develop and potentially implement their business project idea.

•Currently living in a Latin American or Caribbean country. Non-residents may apply if their current job impacts the region. Before applying, please email lalp@georgetown.edu to explain your case and confirm that you may apply.

certificate

LALP programs are non-degree executive education and leadership development seminars aligned with Georgetown’s mission of promoting responsible leaders who will make a difference in Latin America and the world through social impact ventures and initiatives. Every year, LALP welcomes diverse cohorts of talented leaders spanning the Latin American and Caribbean region. LALP flagship participants are selected from a large and diverse applicant pool based on their professional experience, personal leadership skills, and potential to make a significant impact upon returning to their home country. The selection process is rigorous and highly competitive, and the selection for admission is a recognition of the participant’s academic and professional accomplishments and leadership capacity. To receive this certificate, participants must attend all academic sessions of the program, actively engage in discussion, participate in program activities, and complete all program deliverables. Upon the program's culmination, LALP flagship participants become part of the LALP Alumni network and collaborate across generations and programs to create a positive impact in the Latin American and Caribbean region.