Develop a Program

Welcome Global Certificate Program Leaders!


Thank you for your interest in collaborating with the UNM Global Education Office (UNM GEO) to propose a global certificate program at The University of New Mexico. UNM GEO is committed to building international capacity for academic units, faculty, and global partners through a variety of support services and through its global certificate programs.

This is a recruitment-based, brand building global certificate program offered by UNM GEO. Under this model the participants are not registering for courses, generating credit hours, or receiving UNM transcripts. If students need academic credit for their participation, we recommend this be granted by their home institution. 

 

Overview

Global certificate programs focus on the enhancement of specific academic, research, or career development skills and are offered at different times throughout the year. Programs can be custom designed for institutions and collaborators, or participants may enroll in open enrollment programs as they are available. 

We suggest a program enrollment of 10-30 participants, but minimum and maximum enrollment is negotiable.

Programs are typically provided in English unless otherwise specified. The TOEFL score ranges between 400 and 520, depending on program requirements and design.

Program cost is dependent upon the design of the program but typically includes:

  • Program coordination and support
  • Accommodations (on-campus in the summer and off-campus during fall, winter and spring)
  • Meals or grocery allowance
  • Health insurance
  • Local transportation
  • Welcome and closing events
  • Access to university facilities including libraries, Johnson Gym, computer labs, etc.
  • Instructional content, materials and facilitation
  • Issuance of documents needed to obtain a student visa
  • Cultural visits and excursions
  • Additional socialization and networking opportunities
  • Certificate of Completion with University stamped seal

Program Proposals

Please complete this questionnaire to allow us to develop a budget and proposal based on a shared understanding of desired program content.

If you are UNM faculty or staff, please designate a program content lead for your Global Certificate Program. Lead faculty or instructors support the program by providing curriculum development, classroom or virtual facilitation, and/or access to classroom/lab facilities. During the program, faculty and instructors should contact UNM GEO promptly if there are any concerns about participants, especially related to student code of conduct and academic integrity requirements.  

Support from Global Programs 

Assistance with Planning and Conducting Your Program 

As part of the collaborative experience, UNM GEO can provide administrative and logistical support for the program that may include: 

  • contract/grant management 
  • pre/during/post reporting to sponsor 
  • financial management  
  • issuance of visa support documents
  • management of immigration status/data 
  • development of publicity materials 
  • hosting of opening and closing ceremonies  
  • provision of health insurance 
  • housing 
  • meals 
  • transportation 
  • issuance of a campus identification card, i.e., Lobo ID
  • access to campus resources such as libraries, computer labs, and fitness facilities
  • issuance of official certificate of completion with stamped University seal

UNM GEO can also provide dedicated support for group participants and host a variety of cultural activities. These elements are applied according to the final program design and source of funds. 

Every program is unique, and we anticipate the need for flexibility and adjustments within the parameters of the budget. We strive to provide a rewarding and invigorating experience for all who participate in our Global Certificate Programs. We sincerely value the relationships we build through these collaborative programs. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us with questions or for more information.

 

Sue  Wilder, Ph.D.
Global Programs Manager
The University of New Mexico 
Global Education Office 
+1.505.277.6051 | swilder@unm.edu


Gail  Masutani 
Global Programs Specialist 
The University of New Mexico 
Global Education Office 
+1.505.277.0932 | globalprograms@unm.edu