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GYC2045 - Norway leadership development expedition Country: Norway Cost: £2900.00 Please note: BSES Expeditions is a youth development charity and strives to keep expedition costs as low as possible. Please note that advance planning to remote and often difficult to access wilderness areas is subject to many variables and the costs may vary but will be confirmed six months before departure. Cost Includes: The price includes insurance, accommodation, food and pickup from airport but does not include flight, kit or visas      Duration: 1 months Company Rep Nearby: All the time 0845 344 7576 or

 

	This placement would suit... Anyone aged 18-23 who is serious about becoming a leader in their career and / or on expeditions and has previous expedition experience. What's it all about? This is a fantastic opportunity to develop and practice leadership skills in an expedition context with the support of experienced wilderness leaders and management trainers. A key component of the programme is the recognition of the link between expedition leadership skills and career leadership roles. The programme will combine best practice from business management, sports coaching and leadership training models to 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 five week Arctic expedition. All the training is extremely practical, focussing real and role-play projects that relate to expedition planning and the delivery of scientific fieldwork and adventure activities in an expedition environment. What can I get out of it? NVQ Level 3 in Leadership and Management Adventure First Aid qualification (HSE ITC approved) Hands-on experience in planning and leading an expedition Preparation for the Mountain Leader (ML summer) award training This programme will differentiate you and 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. Employment research confirms that top employers place a very high value on this type of experience and these qualifications. Destination The initial training weekends will take place in the UK and the expedition phase will be run amongst the glaciers, mountains and fjords of Norway. This wilderness environment offers great challenges, a fantastic range of adventure activities and awesome scenery including magnificent fjords, snow-capped mountains and mesmerising sunsets. This stunning expedition location has the great advantage of accessibility and low costs ensuring that the programme is kept as affordable as possible, as part of BSES’ commitment to ensuring that it is accessible to potential leaders from all backgrounds. Programme Dates Please note that attendance is required at all sessions. Friday 7th March 2008: Expedition Applications Close Late March: Introduction and orientation weekend (Central UK) Late June: Mountain leadership skills and expedition planning (Lake District/Central UK) July: First aid training course (Central UK) Mid July - Mid August: Four week Arctic expedition (Norway) Costs and Fundraising: BSES is significantly subsidising the cost of this training programme. Your contribution to the cost of the programme, will be in the region of £2,900. This cost includes all in-country travel, insurance, food, fuel, specialist equipment and course registration fees. It does not include travel to and from Norway or travel within the UK. The airfare will need to be paid directly to the travel agent approximately two months before the expedition departure and is expected to be around £500. The flight cost may vary slightly as airport taxes and flight fuel surcharges can vary at short notice. Fill in the enquiry form below and BSES will get back to you with more information and an application form... Our users say... "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 the potential to lead it. If going on an expedition 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." - Chris Wane, Leadership Trainee "When we first arrived it was unbelievably cold. At night my breath vapour would condense against the ceiling of my tent and instantly freeze. As soon as the slightest gust of wind hit the tent, frost would fall on my face. I think my fondest memories are of the people I lived with for three months. We literally did everything together and had to work as a team to make the expedition a success." - Yann Rashid Click here >> for more info on Yann's Svalbard expedition with BSES 0845 344 7576 BSES Expeditions is a youth development charity that organises challenging scientific expeditions to remote, wild environments to develop the confidence, teamwork, leadership and spirit of adventure and exploration of its Young Explorers. Opportunities exist on month-long summer expeditions for Young Explorers aged between 16 and 20. Those over 18 and with previous expedition experience can gain leadership experience through our pioneering Leadership Development Programme. Expedition destinations vary annually but all expeditions include exciting adventurous activities and research and conservation projects. Expedition opportunities in 2008 include The Amazon Rainforest, Svalbard, the Himalayas, Norway and Antarctica.