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GED Program Registration

The 2023 edition of the GOVERNANCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, organized in partnership with the World Strategic Forum and University of Miami Herbert Business School is scheduled for November 6^th – 9^th, 2023 in Miami, Florida, United States.

Participation is only open to political leaders, top government officials, political appointees, heads of agencies and parastatals, key cabinet members at the National, Provincial, or State levels, and all categories of elected officials.

Candidates aspiring to serve in public office may also qualify based on their profile. However, to protect the integrity of the program, the Admission Committee reserves the right to reject applicants whose profile do not meet acceptance criteria. Only 25 – 30 candidates will be admitted in the 2023 cohort, admission is on first come first served basis.

General terms and conditions available here

Governance and Economic Development Program Application

Salutation

First Name

Last Name

Telephone Number

Position

Institution/Agency/Organization

Country

Sector

Select the category that best describes you

Who would you like to meet at the GED Program/World Strategic Forum? – Select two options in order of priority*

Option # 1

Option # 2

If you selected “Investors” or “Financial Institutions” above, do you have economically viable investment opportunities or recently evaluated bankable projects?

Yes

If yes, in not more than 150 words, please describe the project and include key information such as the sector, deal size, type of financing you are looking for (debt, equity or both), development and economic impact of the project and state whether the project aligns with national or regional priorities.

Attach relevant materials about the project.

Choose File

Tell us what you hope to achieve by attending the 2023 GED Program.

Application fee: $75.00

Pay with Credit/Debit Card

By completing this form, you agree to adhere to the rules and regulations of the program. You agree to be responsible for and pay all fees. You certify that all the information provided in connection with this application is authentic and accurate.

Cost: Online Application Fee – $75 (Non-refundable)
Program Fee – $6,500

The participation fee covers:
• Conference Registration at the World Strategic Forum including B2G meetings

• World Strategic Forum Africa Business Roundtable and High-Level Networking

• University of Miami Registration, Lectures and Seminar Materials

• Networking Receptions and some Meals during the program

• Ground Transportation between Recommended Hotels and Official Program Venues

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