Program Information Core MissionWhen QTD International developed a leader, we're talking about someone who embody a certain type of competence and character???both the competence that comes from the general manager???s perspective the School cultivates and the character to understand the difference between being self-interested and self-centered. It goes far beyond knowing that it???s not right to lie, cheat, or steal. It involves recognizing that they are a true leader only when they have earned the trust of others, and when others, whether in their organizations or their communities, recognize them as such.Global VisionIn the world reflects our understanding of a rapidly changing, dynamic environment, and the fact that many of the world???s most challenging issues will require a global perspective. Moreover, it involves embracing the view that the world desperately needs more competent leaders to address its most urgent and challenging problems, and that virtually none of these problems can be addressed without QTD leaders playing a vital role.The first component of the mission is educating, which we do in many ways???through our educational programs, through the ideas our leaders produce and disseminate, and through the influence we achieve by being close to leaders of all types, and of organizations all across the world. Here, we would encourage you to recognize that the impact of what we do extends far beyond the people who come to our organization. Although we can touch only a few thousand directly each year, we can indirectly influence many more by remaining the most trusted and admired leader in strategic business and educational leadership.