Applications Invitedn for Swedish Institute Management Programme 2023.

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About the Organization

The Swedish Institute is a public agency that encourages interest and trust in Sweden around the world. We operate in the fields of culture, education, science and business in seeking to strengthen ties and promote development.

About the Program

In a world facing urgent and significant human, social and environmental challenges, we know that there are many people who want to contribute to positive fundamental change. Being part of the ‘sustainability transformation’ is one way that individuals can make a real difference – for businesses, communities and for the planet. We invite ambitious and innovative leaders from Asia who want to learn how to bridge the gap between desire and action on sustainability to join us as part of the Swedish Institute Management Programme 2023, and work in collaboration with like-minded people in their region, to help tackle these challenges, and lead their businesses to success through sustainable business practices. Because the speed and scale of change that the world desperately needs cannot be achieved in isolation.

At the Swedish Institute, we have created unique development programme which brings together people from different Asian countries in an enhanced collaborative environment, where they can co-create solutions between business and other sector organisations in your country which have a genuine chance of success.

The Swedish Institute Management Programme (SIMP) offers you proven tools and knowledge from experts who can help you to put sustainability at the heart of your business strategy and take your leadership to the next level. The programme is based on Sweden’s prominent position in innovation and sustainable business – and its connection to the global economy.

A core outcome of the programme is for every participant to develop and implement an action-oriented sustainability roadmap or strategy that should be an integral part of your overall business strategy. You will formulate the actions and plan on the needs of your organisation and its stakeholders.

The programme runs online and at local conference venues between April 2023 – December 2023 including one week in Sweden SIMP includes coaching, interactive workshops and lectures, as well as meetings with representatives from companies and organisations in Sweden. SIMP is a challenging and interactive programme that requires your active participation and contribution. It is not a series of one-way lectures.

What will the programme give you

• In-depth knowledge and skills about sustainable business practices with a focus on human rights, climate and the environment, decent working conditions and anti-corruption.
• Capacity and knowledge to lead change and implement sustainable business practices in your own organisation.
• Insights into business cases for sustainability in Sweden, one of the leading countries in sustainable business practice.
• Customised expert coaching based on your organisation’s and your own personal needs.
• A unique opportunity of close collaboration and exchange with colleagues at your own level from several other countries, developing strong, long-lasting professional networks.
• Access to the global Swedish Institute alumni network with leaders who are committed to sustainable business and responsible leadership.

SI Management Programme is arranged by the Swedish Institute, a public agency that builds interest and trust in Sweden around the world. The Swedish Institute work with Sweden promotion, cooperation in the Baltic Sea region and global development. (Link to Swedish Institute website)

Who can apply

If you are highly motivated to run your business in a sustainable way and implement sustainable business practices in your organisation; and you also have the mandate to drive strategic changes throughout your business – then the answer is you! In addition:

• You are a citizen and resident of Bangladesh, China (People’s Republic of), India, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam.
• Your organisation or business should be locally owned and based in Bangladesh, China, India, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand or Vietnam.
• You work for an enterprise. We are looking for business leaders who are already CEO´s or senior managers of small or medium–sized enterprises, or managers of a significant and distinct department of a large enterprise, who have responsibility for the profits of their business.
• You have an entrepreneurial mindset and a track record of making things happen.
• You are willing to support and share your experience and knowledge with other participants.
• You have a high level proficiency in both written and spoken English.
• You have a post-secondary education.
• You have access to high speed internet for interactive video meetings

About 30 participants will be selected to the programme and people of any age are welcome to apply.

How to Apply

Only applicants who have submitted a complete application will be considered for the programme. To apply for the Swedish Institute Management Progamme, please go to the application portal and select what programme you would like to apply for.

These are the steps you need to go through to submit your application:

• Register your profile in the application portal.
• Select what programme you would like to apply for.
• Answer all the questions for the different sections in the application portal (found in the left-hand menu).
• Upload your CV and a recommendation letter from your employer under the document section, a photo under another section. CV is mandatory, a recommendation letter is not but however recommended. A template is available here.
• After you’ve submitted your application, you’ll receive a confirmation email.

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