Build your global network, gain the skills and hands-on experience companies are looking for, and have real-world impact.
Global Sustainability Project Bootcamp
The interdisciplinary, project-based virtual Bootcamp giving
thousands the skills to tackle global sustainability challenges!
You can look to see if your school or employer is already partnered by using the search bar on the For Learners main page – but even if your school/faculty or company is not currently a partner, you are still warmly welcome to apply to participate using the "Apply Now" button on this page!
Global Business Student Changemaker program
The unique virtual international collaboration program that supports,
develops and enhances your changemaking skills and abilities!
Every student recognised as a "Changemaker" will join hundreds of other inspiring student Changemakers, selected from across the Global Business School Network, on a collaborative and experiential learning journey between February and August 2025.
(1) A cornerstone of the program is the intensive, multi-university and interdisciplinary Global Sustainability Project Bootcamp run by How to Change the World (more detail below).
(2) The globally diverse community of Changemakers connects through a series of exclusive, highly interactive virtual events designed to foster collaboration, share knowledge & experience, and create connection with world-leading experts.
Applications will be evaluated with first-come-first-served priority (moderated by considerations for diversity of participants). Once the program is full, additional applicants will be put on the waitlist in case a spot becomes available.
Some of our current and recent higher ed partners:
Some of the companies represented within our community:
Hear what our graduates and experts say...
“I learned to think critically about the interrelationships between... different factors, and develop the skills needed to identify and address complex sustainability challenges”
4th Year Student
Our participants on the value of their How to Change the World experience
Our graduates on how their Bootcamp experience helped their careers
“I found the interdisciplinary and interuniversity aspects to be extremely valuable, as this is not an opportunity regularly offered”
4th Year Student
Our experts on the value of the Bootcamp for students
“Working with an amazing, passionate, intelligent and interdisciplinary group of people. By far my favourite group work experience ever.”
3rd Year Student
"Testimonial"
Engineering Masters Student, University of Waterloo
What is our Global Sustainability Project Bootcamp?
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During our intensive virtual Bootcamps, students from across disciplines and higher education institutions work together to tackle a challenge faced by a real community somewhere across the world. All our bootcamps are based on the highly-acclaimed How to Change the World course at University College London (UCL), which runs annually for over 1000 students.
How will gaining sustainability skills support your career?
Since 2017, there has been a 36-fold increase in companies setting sustainability targets. The bad news? Only 17% of these companies say they have employees with the skills they need to start even making progress towards reaching these targets. The good news? Millions of jobs are being created specifically to focus on nature-positive solutions.
You have the passion and drive to tackle sustainability challenges but you need experiential opportunities that provide the skills and hands-on experience that companies are looking for. Our bootcamps equip you with these mindsets, frameworks and skills through practical, real-world experience.
Careers Connections & Experiential Prizes
Careers Connections
for every student
Everyone who completes one of our Bootcamps gets exclusive access to one of our Careers Connections events.
During these highly interactive events, participants engage in a series of private small-group discussions with sustainability leaders and professionals from a diverse range of companies and organisations. These discussions provide opportunities to get career advice, build a professional network, and even find unique internship and job opportunities.
Some of the companies represented at recent Careers Connections events:
”It was great exposure for our company to identify future talents.” – DWB Consultants
“What an unreal event. Good chats with all the great students.” – EllisDon
“I was amazed to attend an event with several representatives focused on sustainability who genuinely care about the cause.” – student attendee
Experiential Prizes
for "winning" students
Top participants and teams for all of our Bootcamps win experiential prizes that help further advance their careers.
Our experiential prize opportunities include exclusive opportunities to participate in Corporate Sustainability Hackathons, attend other virtual and in-person conferences, and to have private meetings with professional leaders from across the global How to Change the World network.
Global Network
When you complete our Bootcamp, you gain lifelong access to our global network! Our rapidly growing network of alumni, experts and higher education partners provides a dynamic environment that supports careers with sustainable impact.
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Grow Professionally
From guided learning experiences and mentorship to peer-to-peer learning opportunities, we work with our community members to foster a culture of continuous learning.
Discover Opportunities
Our growing network helps you discover new ways to have an impact, from finding your dream job to connecting with partners that can help you build your venture.
Find Partners
Meet diverse colleagues from around the word, engage in conversations to share your experience and knowledge, and collaborate with new teammates to make lasting impact.
"The hands-on experience of tackling a problem and designing a solution was amazing. It was just like a trailer to the entrepreneurial journey.”
Engineering Masters Student
Your Experience
In collaboration with other students, educators and experts, your team will engage with local community leaders and representatives to co-develop innovative ideas that can have real impact on the sustainability challenges their community is facing.
Work with Diverse Colleagues
You will meet and work in a team with exceptional colleagues from a broad range of disciplines, backgrounds and cultures.
Be Guided by
Global Experts
Your team will be guided by a diverse array of world-class educators, and mentored by a global network of leading experts.
Develop The Skills Employers Need
From human-centered design to digital collaboration you will develop the mindset, skills and ability to thrive in a dynamic professional world.
Tackle Real-world Challenges
Your team will explore and tackle the UN Sustainable Development Goals in partnership with real local representatives.
"I learned how to work through real complex problems and received guidance from people who do this on a regular basis."
Business Masters Student
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