Welcome to the Career-Related Programme (CP), where business meets sustainability in an exciting blend of learning and hands-on experience. Our programme offers a range of pathways, from sustainable conservation to fashion, finance, hospitality, culinary arts, and tourism. At GESS, we're all about empowering students to explore their passions and develop skills for the modern world. Join us on a journey of discovery and impact as we prepare the next generation of sustainable business leaders.ย
We're excited to share our latest collaboration in delivering the Career-related study component. We have teamed up with the prestigious Sustainability Management School of Switzerland (SUMAS) to bring an unparalleled educational experience to our students. Under this partnership, students will benefit from the expertise and mentorship of SUMAS professors and tutors, with sessions conveniently conducted online.
Mr Brown
CP Coordinator
Introducing Our IBCP Chatbot: Instant Support for Students & Parents
Our new IBCP chatbot is here to provide instant answers to common questions about the programme. Whether youโre a student or parent, you can quickly access information on coursework, deadlines, career-related studies, and more. Simply type your question, and the chatbot will guide you to the right resources!
The following are the requirements to obtain the CP at GESS:
๐ Minimum 3 IB HL/SL courses
๐ IBDP Business Management and/or Design and Technology is highly advisable, however the students have an array of IBDP subject choices to choose from (See DP subject choices)
๐ IBDP Mathematicsย
๐ IBDP Languages
๐ Service-learning requirements as per CAS
๐ (Maintain a portfolio on ManageBac)
๐ A reflective projectย
๐ 3000 word essayย
๐ Or, 1500-2000 word essay, and
๐ธ A short film
๐ธ Spoken presentation
๐ธ Interview
๐ธ A play
๐ธ A display
๐ A foreign languageย course
๐ IBDP foreign language (record language development on a portfolio)
๐ Taking and completing the SUMAS course