Designed by Students - Facilitated by Diplomats - Made for Leaders
Content
Professional Immersion
Policy Simulations
First-hand experience of Hanoi’s professional infrastructure through field seminars at embassies, ports, factories, farms, and policy institutions.
Joint exercises with Vietnamese students that place scholars inside real-world policy situations.
Speaker Panels
Structured dialogue with practitioners on track-related topics — formal panels and informal meetings alike.
Competencies
Capstone Project
Conduct mentored research tailored to their interests. Scholars will present their research to partners, with the option to publish.
Cultural Fluency
Living in Hanoi, engaging with locals, visiting cultural hubs, and experiencing rural culture on day excursions.
Diplomatic Mentorship
Scholars are supervised and mentored by former diplomats, with structured one-on-one advising.
Research tracks
Every scholar joins one track — the lens for their practicum, seminars, and capstone. Group programming will be general. No previous experience in track necessary.
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Geopolitics and International Relations
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Trade and Commercial Affairs
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Environmental Studies
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Emerging Technologies
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Global Health
Why Hanoi
Vietnam is a non-aligned middle power actively reshaping the global order. After centuries of warfare, its rapid development makes Hanoi the ideal base for the next generation of leaders.
Scholars will immerse themselves first-hand in this dynamic diplomatic landscape, engaging with leaders and students across industries
What Makes Us Different:
✓ Designed by students, for students
✓ Scholars shape their research, guided by mentors
✓ No classes — immersive experience and hands-on research
✓ Mentorship from experienced diplomats
✓ Conduct research, with the option to publish
✓ Leadership learned on an international scale
The Ideal Candidate
This is not a study abroad, and it is not a vacation in Vietnam. It is an immersion program built around leadership, professional development, and substantive programming. No diplomacy experience required — these three qualities are.
Curiosity
Humility
Adaptability
We look for candidates who bring:
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Self-starting energy and genuine curiosity
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Humility and respect for different cultures
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Interest in diplomacy, international relations, and global issues
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Willingness to step outside their comfort zone
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Adaptability to new environments and the ability to overcome challenges
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Commitment to a career in public service
Costs and Fees
As a non-profit organization, CEGL's goal is to make this program accessible for everyone. The costs includes comprehensive fees with no hidden costs, keeping prices to a minimum while offering an experience you could not.
$5,000 — Summer 2027 program fee
Included
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Accommodation in Hanoi for the full six weeks
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All structured programming, seminars, and cohort excursions with guides
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Mentorship from top diplomats
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Pre-departure orientation and materials
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On-the-ground program support for the duration
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5 Group meals at cohort events
Not included
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International airfare
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Visa fees
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Meals outside group events
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Insurance
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Personal spending
Note:
Our goal is to make the program as cost-effective for scholars as possible. We can help with funding grants, including:
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University funding — many universities offer summer experience grants, international opportunity funds, or departmental support; we provide documentation and support letters for these applications
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External scholarships — including national awards for study in Southeast Asia
