Amsterdam, 10 – 15 December 2023
You are unique. Each person has strengths and weaknesses. Some people spend all their lives doing unfavourable jobs. At the same time if you determine correctly what your strengths are and try to build your future career based on what you do well then success may await. That is one of the basics of becoming a Future Leader!
We invite all Future Leaders to join! Understand yourself better and find out what you do the best! The training allows you to determine competitive advantages and efficiently use them. During the training, we will analyse your personality and reveal all your strengths and weaknesses. Nobody will be the best in a job based on weaknesses. You will be able to plan your future career in accordance with your strengths and not your weaknesses!
The training for Future Leaders allows you to realize strong points, enhance them and find ways to succeed in any professional area. The training is perfect for those who want to understand better what to do to find the right direction for their future career!
Program
The training is conducted by a professional business trainer, holder of an MBA degree. It is designed using the following methodologies:
Session:
Trainer elaborates on various topics. If something is our weakness we can never be the best to do the work where we use this weakness. Yes, we can work on it and improve it but if something is your weakness you will never be the best doing that. At the same time if you know what is your strengths and do the job based on it – that is where you will be successful.
Test and Assessments:
A number of tests and assessments to determine your personal and professional skills and qualities. The tests and assessments allow to have a better understanding of a character. After each test, the trainer analyzes the outcomes in details.
Reflection:
You have the reflection sessions where you have to express themselves and reflect on the previous events.
There are also many interesting group activities where each person demonstrates their own team skills. Moreover, during these activities participants often provide peer assessment to each other.
Feedback:
You receive regular feedback from the trainer and other group members. Due to this feedback, you are able to check as others see you.
Accommodation and Meals
All the participants are provided with accommodation in Amsterdam for the whole period of the course. The type of accommodation is a shared room for 2 people. The accommodation in a single room can be arranged for an additional fee – please see the additional services section. Participants have access to the kitchen which they can use. The accommodation is well connected by public transport with all the tourist places in Amsterdam. During the program, sessions will be conducted in the classroom which is within walking distance from the accommodation. Participants will be provided with a detailed description of the venue and information on how to reach it from the airport.
We offer comfortable accommodation where you can stay during the program and fully enjoy your time in Amsterdam!
Accommodation is provided for the dates of the program. If you arrive 1-2 days earlier or leave later – extra nights can be provided for an additional fee. Please email us in advance to ask about availability.
Meals (breakfast, lunch, and coffee breaks) are included in the price
Dates
The program will take place on 10 – 15 December 2023.
Price and Program fee policy
| Type | Program fee | Included | Excluded |
| Scholarship | 0 | Flight expense from home country (capital city) to Amsterdam return Visa processing fee (USD 100) Visa Invitation letter Tuition fee in Amsterdam (Euro 750) Accommodation 6D5N (Twin/triple shared) Meal (Breakfast and Lunch) Course materials E-Certificate of participation Program supervision In-country administration costs | Dinner Personal expenses Travel insurance Baggage excess |
| Self-funded | Euro 850 | Program activities (including all the materials) Accommodation (shared room for 2) Meals (breakfast, lunch and coffee-breaks) | Tickets to and from The Netherlands. Airport pick up and transfer Visa processing fee Dinner Personal Expenses |
Full payment for Self-funded scheme
| Amount | Note |
| Euro 850 | This payment is nonrefundable Applicants pay 100% of the course fee. Then we send you the following package of documents: 1. Visa invitation from the organization. 2. The official visa invitation from the Municipality of Amsterdam confirming the invitation and supporting your visa application process. 3. Proof of payment that can be included in your visa application package to confirm your financial sufficiency. 4. The sponsorship letter from us stating that we are covering all your travel expenses during your stay in the Netherlands. |
Instalment for self-funded scheme
| Installment | Amount | Note |
| First | Euro 425 | This payment is nonrefundable Participants pay 50% of the course fee. Then we send you a visa invitation from the organization that you use to apply for a visa. |
| Second | Euro 425 | This payment is nonrefundable Participants pay the remaining 50% of the course fee within 5 business days after receiving a visa. |
Note: If a participant cancels registration due to visa refusal, there is no refund. Deposit is kept on the student’s account within the organization (Stichting Libertas International). There validity is 1 year and student can use deposit anytime in future for any of the courses in Amsterdam. Deposit transfer is available only between programs and can’t be moved to another person.
Visa
If you want to travel to the Netherlands, you might need a visa. Here you could determine whether you need a visa. Please tick “90 days or less” in the first question.
When you apply to our programs and provide mandatory pre-payment, we provide you with a visa assistance: an official visa invitation letter which is necessary for applying for a visa. Also, we will guide you on the visa process and consult you regarding the documents that you need to prepare for the successful visa application. We will be happy to look through the package of the documents that you will prepare for the visa application, analyze it and help you to prepare all the documents correctly. Usually, visa type required to attend our courses: Short-term business visa. But it would be better to make a double check at your local Consulate / VFS Center.
Step 1
Please go to your local Consulate / VFS website and make an appointment. Sometimes you can make an appointment only 1-2 months in advance. We recommend doing that as soon as possible and then proceed to Step 2.
Step 2
Please learn more about the list of all the required documents (usually, those documents are listed on the website of your local Consulate / VFS. This list also includes visa invitation letter that we send. Usually, we send a visa invitation letter within 1-3 days after receiving the required pre-payment from the applicant.
Step 3
With the full list of documents and completed visa application form, you have to go to the local Consulate/VFS on the appointment day and submit them. The fee for the visa might differ depending on the country where you apply. VFS might also apply an extra charge for their services.
We strongly recommend to check all the documents before the submission and make sure you provide the correct information to the Consulate and in that case, you most probably will receive a visa without any difficulties.
If you have any questions, we would be happy to assist at any stage of your application!
APPLICATION
In order to apply for the program:
Eligibility:
- All nationalities are welcomed to apply
- Must be between 17 – 40 years old
- Able to travel to Amsterdam during the program
- Able to speak in English
- Have an interest in Business, Leadership, Writing and International Travel.
- Able to afford the program fee and other expenses (self-funded)
- Physical and mental health
How to apply?
| Scholarship Scheme |
| CLICK HERE for details on how to apply and requirements. Deadline 10 August 2023 |
| Self Funded Scheme (First come, first serviced basis) |
Step 1: Pay the non refundable registration fee in amount of USD 20. Click here to pay.Step 2 : Please fill up the application form. Click hereStep 3 : Get a confirmation message from AYFN within 2 days. Step 4 : Pay the program fee. You will get Invitation to process Visa. Step 5 : Visa processing (if needed) Step 6 : Preparation Deadline of application: 1 November 2023 (first come, first serviced basis) |
ORGANIZING PARTNER
The program will be organized by our partner in Amsterdam, namely The Netherlands Education Group, is the joint project of Stichting Libertas International and Utrecht Consulting Group.
For inquiries: ayfn.academy@gmail.com
Do you want to stay in the Netherlands longer?
Do you want to arrive before the program or leave after the program? It is possible with EXTRA COST. In that case, we will provide you with the visa invitation for a period longer than the period of the program. Please note – the maximum duration of the visa can be 90 days. We can also provide you with accommodation at our venue in Amsterdam. The fee for the accommodation will be € 50 per additional night.
Term & Conditions
In exchange for being granted the opportunity to participate in The AYFN and Netherlands Education Group (TNEG) programs, the student, intending to be legally bound, agrees to the following terms and conditions:
ELIGIBILITY AND COMPETENCIES
1. ELIGIBILITY: In order to be eligible to participate in TNEG programs, you must:
a. Have good command of English;
b. Be in good financial standing to pay for the course;
c. Be in good academic standing;
Please note that we do not have any age or geographical limits for the applicants. A person of any age from any country is welcome to apply for the program.
2. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: In order to participate in AYFN & TNEG programs, you must demonstrate the following required competencies:
a. Ability to be flexible and adapt to new, unexpected circumstances as they occur. Navigate independently and/or appropriately in a new and /or unfamiliar environment. (Ex: live in a host dorm; use urban/rural public transportation systems).
b. Ability to be responsible for all known personal medical and psychological needs prior to participation in the program.
c. Ability to respect the host culture and its different language, values, customs, and belief systems.
d. Ability to respect people living with you as well as your neighbors, if living in an accommodation provided by TNEG. It is not allowed to make any kind of noise after 10pm, included but not limited to speaking on the phone loudly. If participant makes noise after 10 pm, he or she may be asked to leave the accommodation.
COST AND PAYMENTS
1. REGISTRATION FEE POLICY:
Option 1
1st instalment: You pay 50% of the course fee. Then we send you a visa invitation from the organization that you use to apply for a visa. 2nd instalment: You pay the remaining 50% of the course fee within 5 business days after receiving a visa.
Option 2
1st instalment: You pay 100% of the course fee. Then we send you the following package of documents:
Visa invitation from the organization
The official visa invitation from the Municipality of Amsterdam confirming the invitation and supporting your visa application process
Proof of payment that can be included in your visa application package to confirm your financial sufficiency
The sponsorship letter from us stating that we are covering all your travel expenses during your stay in the Netherlands. 2nd instalment: No
2. ACCEPTANCE: By submitting an application or registration form online to an AYFN program you are agreeing to enroll in the program for which you applied/registered if you are approved and accepted. Programs may require interviews, written statements, or both, before deciding to accept a student.
3. PROGRAM COST AND BILLING: Upon acceptance into the program, if applicable, the TNEG’s communication manager will send you an invoice for the program cost less the deposit. Full payment is due as stated on the invoice. For specific costs, please refer to the applicable program.
4. STUDENT WITHDRAWAL: In order to withdraw from a program, you must notify the communication manager and/or Program Leader(s) in writing. The participant has the right to cancel his/her participation in the program 30 days prior the starting date. In this case, second installment is not required (if it has not been already paid). If the participant cancels participation in less than 30 days, provided that a visa has been obtained (if necessary) and there are no other good reasons for canceling participation, then the participant must pay the full amount for participation in the program (remaining 50% of the payment, if they have not yet been paid) or reimburse all expenses incurred for the organization of the program. The organization, in negotiation with the participant, will determine which option is most appropriate.
5. REFUND POLICY. If a student cancels registration, there is no refund. Deposit is kept on the student’s account within the organization. If a student can’t join the planned course, the student can join any other one in future and the deposit will be successfully transferred. There validity is 1 year and student can use deposit anytime in future for any of the courses. Deposit transfer is available only between programs and can’t be moved to another person.
VISAS: You are generally responsible for obtaining proper visas and paying all costs associated with such visas. However, some programs include visa processing, which is coordinated by the Program Leader(s). Obtaining visas may be a lengthy and detailed process involving persistence. Check for specific entry requirements from VFS advisor. To attend our courses which are up to 3 months, you have to apply for a Short-Stay Schengen Visa. Go to VFS Advisor webpage, enter your country and destination. Complete the online application form, print it and sign it: https://consular.mfaservices.nl/schengen-visa/short-stay. Take your documents and print the completed Application Form and go to your local VFS center on the booked date and time. Submit your visa application.
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