Geneva Nation Institue

SELF
DEVELOPMENT

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SELF
DEVELOPMENT

Program Overview

Award :  Certificate course in Self Development

The Pathway to Lifelong Learning and Self-Actualization. This course is an ally in the pursuit of excellence, embark on a transformative journey meticulously designed to guide participants along the path of lifelong learning. This course encourages participants to commit to continuous personal and professional development, leading to the pinnacle of self-actualization. Participants can explore their potential, challenge their boundaries, to evolve into the best versions of themselves.

Total Credit Hours:  25 hours learning in class, studies, conferences, = 1 ECTS, 2 weeks 4 ECTS

Program Duration: 2 weeks

Mode of learning: On campus/Online/Blended

Learning objectives

1. Define self-actualization and recognize its significance in personal development.
2. Develop self-awareness through introspection, mindfulness, and self-reflection techniques.
3. Identify personal strengths, weaknesses, and areas for growth, recognize and overcome self-limiting beliefs and negative thought patterns.
4. Set meaningful purpose-driven goals that align with values, passions, and aspirations.
5. Practice self-management techniques for maintaining balance and well-being.
6. Develop resilience to bounce back from setbacks, failures, and challenges.
7. Embrace adversity as an opportunity for growth.

Target Audience

This course is crafted for anyone committed to deep personal growth, whether they’re just beginning their journey or looking to refine existing skills. Ideal participants include:

Early-career professionals seeking clarity on their long-term vision and values
Mid-level managers striving to balance performance with well-being
Entrepreneurs and small-business owners aiming to transform setbacks into opportunities
Graduate students and recent graduates navigating life transitions and goal setting
Creatives and innovators wanting to break through self-limiting beliefs
Individuals facing major life changes—career pivots, relocations, or personal loss
Coaches, consultants, and HR practitioners looking to integrate resilience and self-management techniques into their practice

Each of these groups will benefit from structured self-reflection, purposeful goal formulation, and tools for sustaining balance and resilience.

Career Opportunities

Completing this program equips you with tools and mindsets that translate directly into career growth, stronger leadership, and sustained performance.

Enhanced Self-Leadership and Confidence

You’ll gain clarity on your purpose and values, allowing you to make decisions with conviction and take on new challenges without hesitation.

 

Strategic Goal Setting and Achievement

Learning to craft purpose-driven objectives means you’ll set clearer career milestones, track progress effectively, and demonstrate consistent results to employers or stakeholders.

 

Elevated Resilience and Adaptability

By mastering techniques to bounce back from setbacks and view obstacles as growth opportunities, you’ll navigate change more fluidly—whether it’s a reorganization, market shift, or personal setback.

 

Improved Well-Being and Work-Life Balance

Self-management strategies help you maintain energy, reduce burnout, and sustain peak performance—making you a more reliable, long-term contributor.

Stronger Interpersonal and Leadership Presence

 

Heightened self-awareness fosters empathy, emotional intelligence, and authentic communication—key traits for leading teams, influencing peers, and building trust.

 

Accelerated Career Progression

Organizations value individuals who combine technical skills with self-driven growth. These competencies can fast-track promotions, open doors to stretch assignments, or support successful entrepreneurship.

 

Lasting Professional Brand

Demonstrating continuous personal development signals to employers and clients alike that you’re committed to excellence, positioning you as a forward-thinking, resilient professional.

Your Trainer

Dr. Mariyam Shahida Mohamed is a seasoned educator, human rights advocate, and intercultural strategist with cross-sector experience spanning government, civil society, and the United Nations. Fluent in multiple languages and deeply familiar with the sociopolitical landscapes of Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, she specializes in mediation, policy advocacy, and the development of inclusive strategies. She holds advanced degrees in leadership, international affairs, and education from renowned institutions across Europe and Asia, including a Professional Doctorate in Global Leadership (EIU, Paris) and an Executive Master’s in International Affairs (Graduate Institute, Geneva). Dr. Shahida brings an informed, global perspective to every arena she enters—grounded, dynamic, and purpose-driven.

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