The Global Training and Development Institute at UConn offers transformative customized programs through the UConn Global Launchpad.

Key Features of UConn Global Launchpad:

• Expert instruction from world renowned faculty dedicated to academic excellence. Program staff and leaders with extensive international and professional backgrounds. 
• Utilization of university facilities and resources, cutting-edge research centers and labs, libraries, museums, performance halls, and athletic complexes. 

• Situated between Boston and New York City, UConn is renowned for its entrepreneurship, technology, and innovation, hosting burgeoning start-ups and prominent companies like. 

• A large and diverse community of students, faculty, and staff representing over 140 countries worldwide. 

• Enriching experiences beyond the classroom, including cultural excursions and social activities. 

Program Content 

We recognize the diversity of the needs of our partners. Our programs provide a tailored learning experience, offering lectures, academic coursework, panel discussions, internship placements, professional mentorships, networking opportunities, site visits, and cultural activities to suit your requirements. In collaboration with UConn Schools and Colleges, we specialize in customizing programs for various disciplines or industries, with expertise in many areas from Business Administration, Energy, Engineering and Entrepreneurship to Faculty and Teacher Training, Higher Education Administration and Leadership, and Human Rights. 

Our Approach 

Programs range in length from 1 to 4 weeks for groups up to 40 participants and can include a selection of the following program elements: 

• Courses and lectures 

• Workshops and seminars 

• Leadership  exercises 

• Site visits to Boston and NYC business ecosystems 

• Networking and social events 

• Volunteer and civic engagement opportunities 

• Virtual pre-departure orientation 

• Welcome orientation 

• Arrival and farewell events 

• Cultural excursions 

• Intercultural activities and events 

Logistics and Administration 

• Designated on-campus program coordinator 

• Airport pick up and drop off 

• Welcome kits with basic supplies 

• Orientation and other program materials 

• Issuance of university identification cards 

• Health insurance coverage 

• Accommodations on or near the university campus 

• Ability to create virtual programming as needed