Global Institute – School of Leadership & Policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 2025

The Global Institute: School of Leadership & Policy (“the Institute,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you interact with our website, programmes, and services. By using our website or providing your information, you agree to the terms of this Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

  • Personal Details: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, nationality, passport details or photograph (for visa and travel support).

  • Academic & Professional Information: Education background, employment details, and documents submitted for eligibility verification.

  • Payment Information: Payment confirmation details (processed securely through third-party payment providers such as Stripe or PayPal). We do not store full credit or debit card details.

  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage statistics collected automatically through website analytics and cookies.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your personal information may be used for the following purposes:

  • To process and review applications, registrations, and enrolments.

  • To provide visa and travel documentation support for programme participants.

  • To communicate updates, announcements, and opportunities related to the Institute.

  • To manage scholarships, funding allocations, and participation records.

  • To process payments, generate receipts, and verify financial transactions.

  • To improve our website functionality, services, and user experience.

  • To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your personal information under one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – where you have given us permission to collect and use your data.

  • Contractual Necessity – when data is required to deliver a service or programme you have applied for.

  • Legal Obligation – to comply with applicable laws or governmental requirements.

  • Legitimate Interest – when processing is necessary for the efficient operation of the Institute and does not override your rights.

4. Data Protection and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your personal data from unauthorised access, misuse, alteration, or loss. Access to personal information is strictly limited to authorised staff and partners who require it to perform operational duties.

All online payments are processed through secure, encrypted connections by third-party payment providers. The Institute does not store or have access to your full credit or debit card details.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent personal data to third parties. Your information may only be shared in the following cases:

  • With partner institutions or event organisers for programme-related purposes.

  • With visa authorities and travel agencies to facilitate travel documentation.

  • With trusted service providers (e.g. IT, cloud hosting, communication, and payment processing partners) who support our operations, under strict confidentiality agreements.

  • When required by law, court order, or government authority.

All third-party partners are required to handle your data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access – Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

  • Rectification – Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • Erasure – Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal or contractual obligations.

  • Restriction – Request that processing of your data be limited in certain circumstances.

  • Withdraw Consent – Withdraw consent for communications or data use at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

7. Cookies and Website Data

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyse website performance, and personalise content. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some website features may not function properly as a result.

8. Retention of Data

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by applicable law. When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

9. International Data Transfers

As an international organisation, your information may be transferred and processed in other countries where our partners or servers are located. We ensure that any such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and include adequate safeguards.

10. Updates to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our website or services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your data, please contact us at:

  • Email

    admin@globalinstitute.school

  • Contact

    +44 7429 916391

Operating Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM