Understanding the dynamic forces shaping our world is a critical skill for today’s leaders. That’s why we work to infuse deeper contextual awareness into management education for Stanford students and executives.
Informed by the institute’s research, we develop programs, curricula, and experiences that help leaders be more aware and agile.
Faculty Insights and Bites
Faculty Insights and Bites events are designed to bring the Stanford community together to discuss innovative GSB faculty research on today’s most pressing issues.
Global Experiences
The Institute supports global learning experiences by engaging Stanford faculty from across disciplines to bring perspective and depth to each experience.
Recent Trips
Building Climate Resilient Food Systems in Developing Markets
(Kenya, Spring 2025)
Examining how Kenya’s agriculture sector, the backbone of its economy, is evolving to address challenges around food production efficiency, security, and access that will accelerate with a changing climate.
Sustainable Development: Balancing Economic Growth with Environmental Conservation
(Costa Rica, Winter 2025)
Learning how Costa Rica, a global symbol of environmental leadership, powered almost entirely by renewable energy and celebrated for its biodiversity and conservation efforts, can sustain its values-driven model of development while adapting to a more volatile economic and environmental reality.
From Ore to Energy: Forging a Sustainable Path in Mining
(Chile, Winter 2024)
Exploring Chile, home to some of the world’s largest reserves of lithium and copper, is navigating the tension between environmental responsibility, global demand, and geopolitical risk in the race for clean energy.
Visiting Scholars and Practitioner Fellows
The Institute’s Visiting Scholars and Practitioner Fellows Program brings distinguished academics and leaders in residence to the GSB to share intellectual insights and real-world perspectives.
