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Who is it for?
Anyone aged 18-23 who is serious about becoming a leader in their career and/or on expeditions and has some previous expedition experience.
What's it all about?
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop and practise leadership skills on an expedition, with the support of experienced wilderness leaders and management trainers. A key component is the link between expedition skills and leadership skills. The programme will combine practical examples from business management, leading in the outdoors and leadership training models. This will provide you with a solid grounding in leadership theory, with the chance to practice the soft and hard skills of leadership. The programme is delivered over six months through three pre-expedition weekends and a four week expedition. All the training is extremely practical, giving you the opportunity to take real responsibility for making the expedition successful.
What can I get out of it?
Employment reaearch confirms that top employers place a very high value on these experiences and qualifications. This programme will boost your skills, CV and prospects. You will develop key competencies and knowledge which will prepare you well for any leadership role or challenge in your future.
Click here to read more details on the course content of the leadership development programme
Chris Wane, Leadership Trainee
"In today's work environment, employers are just looking for more than just a degree. They are looking for the proven ability to work as part of a team, and also the potential to lead it.
If going on expeditions is a step towards achieving these skills, then the BSES Leadership Development Expedition is a giant leap. You are constantly exposed to situations which require leadership, with a leader team who want to support you through the process of leadership, rather than do it themselves.I know of no other programme in which you can learn and apply these skills in such a challenging, majestic environment."
Click here to hear more from those involved in the 2006 Leadership Development Programme
Training & Expedition
The initial training weekends will take place in the UK and the expedition phase will be run amongst the glaciers, mountains and fjords of Arctic Norway. This wilderness environment offers great challenges, a fantastic range of adventure activities and awesome scenery including magnificent fjords and snow-capped mountains.
Please note that this is a 6 month programme, which requires attendance at all 3 weekends as well as the main expedition phase. This is so that you take on board responsibilities from the first meeting, and will give you the range of experiences to achieve your NVQ.
Key Dates
February - Introduction weekend, focusing on leadership theory & the NVQ - Location: Peak District
April - Expedition First Aid training weekend & Mountain training - Location: Snowdonia
June - Packing & planning finalising: first round of NVQ units being finished - Location: BSES stores, Crowthorne
Mid-July to mid-August - Expedition to Norway!
September - Post expedition event (organised by YL's)
End of September - NVQ portfolio completion date
BSES Annual Presentation of Expedition Reports - Saturday 30th January, 2010
Cost
Your contribution to the cost of the programme will be in the region of £4,300, including travel costs.
How to Apply
WE ARE NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR 2009.
Simply download an application form here and send it back to us with two references. Then attend a BSES interview. Places are awarded on a first come first serve basis after a successful interview, so we recommend you apply early.
Once you are onboard you will have access to a password protected area of the website which contains all the information you need for the expedition, from a full kit list and equipment advice to health information, suggested fitness programmes and logistical information.
For more information please email us on info@bses.org.uk or phone us on 0207 591 3141
All details are subject to change and correct at time of writing.
For our cancellation policy, please contact the BSES Office.
