Minor in Global Leadership
Now, more than ever, the world needs principled, inclusive, and empathetic global leaders. The Minor in Global Leadership is U of T’s first tri-campus, interdivisional, multidisciplinary undergraduate community of diverse and globally agile, problem solvers. The Program leverages the strengths of the University of Toronto’s three campuses, the diversity of the student body, experiential learning, and opportunities for global engagement, both locally and abroad.
Building on our ongoing commitment to active and inclusive student participation within our tri-campus community, core global leadership courses are seamlessly delivered online through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous methods, complemented by regular in-person meetings. Current initiatives include guest speakers and embedded co-curricular activities aimed at further enhancing cohort members’ connections, commitment, and engagement. We are continuously advancing these efforts to create a vibrant and dynamic learning environment. Join us as we take our existing strides to the next level!
Questions?
If you have any questions about the overall program, please email the Centre for International Experience.
Applications for the Minor in Global Leadership will be open on February 1, 2025. The application window will remain open until 11:59 PM on May 31, 2025.
See How to Apply tab for more details.
Students in the Minor in Global Leadership will complete 3 core global leadership courses in sequence plus elective courses within each participating division.
Learning Outcomes
Students who complete the Minor in Global Leadership will:
- Gain practical skills and global fluencies through group work, experiential learning, and a capstone project
- Become part of a diverse interdisciplinary community of students interested in leadership and global change
- Learn dynamic and collaborative approaches to problem solving
- Develop in-depth understanding of global leadership approaches applied across time and diverse cultural contexts
- Acquire formal recognition for leadership development and preparation for global opportunities post-graduation
The Minor in Global Leadership encourages a diverse pool of applicants and strongly welcomes applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized individuals, women, persons with disabilities, people of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities, individuals from varying faith groups, and/or students who are economically disadvantaged or the first in their family to attend university.
The program is open to all UofT’s first and second-year undergraduate students who meet the following criteria:
- A minimum of 4.0 credits at the time of course enrollment for Fall 2025. The program offers a flexible course schedule that allows students to complete the requirements in two or three years.
- A modified GPA of 2.7 (B-/70%) based on the student’s top 3.0 FCEs.
- Enrollment in one of the participating faculties:
- Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering (FASE)
- Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education (KPE)
- John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design
- University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)
- University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Previous leadership experience is not a requirement. There are many ways to understand leadership and gain experience as part of this program.
Applicants are encouraged to have:
- An interest in the study of leadership, global, and cultural perspectives.
- A willingness to engage with students from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and disciplines.
The Minor in Global Leadership (MGL) is a limited-enrollment program that requires a supplementary application. To learn more, attend one of our virtual information sessions listed below:
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Session |
Date |
Time |
Registration Link |
|---|---|---|---|
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In-person Info. Session – KPE |
February 04, 2025 |
3:30 – 4:30 p.m. | |
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In-person Info. Session – FASE |
February 06, 2025 |
4:00 – 5:00 p.m. | |
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In-person Info. Session – UTSC |
February 25, 2025 |
3:00 – 4:00 p.m. | |
|
Virtual Info. Session |
February 27, 2025 |
4:00 – 5:00 p.m. | |
|
Virtual Info. Session |
March 26, 2025 |
4:00 – 5:00 p.m. | |
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In-person Info. Session – UTM |
March 19, 2025 |
2:30 – 3:30 p.m. | |
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In-person Info. Session – Daniels |
March 5, 2025 |
11:00 – 12 p.m. |
You can also contact us at any time at global.leadership@utoronto.ca
The application window will open on February 1, 2025. Interested students will have until May 31, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. to complete and submit their supplementary applications.
The supplementary application includes two short answer questions and a video response. Apply to the program here: https://forms.office.com/r/YXbj1Cyd5K
| Divisions | Deadline |
| University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) | 11:59 PM – May 31, 2025 |
| Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering (FASE) | 11:59 PM – May 31, 2025 |
| Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education (KPE) | 11:59 PM – May 31, 2025 |
| John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape and Design | 11:59 PM – May 31, 2025 |
| University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) | 11:59 PM – May 31, 2025 |
