# Leadership Learning Through Short‐term Study Abroad Courses

## TL;DR

This paper explores how short-term study abroad courses contribute to leadership learning and global competency development.

## Contribution

The paper defines short-term study abroad leadership courses and connects them to global leadership competencies.

## Key findings

- Short-term study abroad courses offer unique opportunities for leadership learning.
- Leadership study is closely linked to the development of global leadership competencies.
- Universities and educators can use these insights to enhance leadership education.

## Abstract

When exploring the landscape of leadership learning in study abroad, it is critical to understand the leadership learning that takes place through short‐term study abroad courses. This article will provide a definition of short‐term study abroad and short‐term study abroad leadership courses through an overview of relevant literature. It will further examine leadership study's connection to the development of global leadership competencies. Implications for universities, students, and leadership educators will be provided.