Policy Course
From: Apr 30, 2026 @ 9:00 AM
To: Apr 30, 2026 @ 1:00 PM
Timezone: UTC +01:00
Location: Online
A virtual training course which delves into how Global Mobility policies are segmented; the differences between key policies and the impact this has on the cost of an international assignment and level of services provided. Plus find out about emerging policies we see amongst our in-house GM community.
The local time of the event is 09:00 - 13:00 BST
Why you should attend
The aim of the day is to demystify the world of Global Mobility policies, examine the different types of policies, how to build a policy suite and the current trends we are seeing. You will end the day with a greater understanding of Global Mobility policies and have the confidence to put your newly-learnt knowledge in to practice as soon as you get back to your desk.
Who should attend
EA Members & In-house Global Mobility Professionals.
Great for those who are newly handling/building Global Mobility policies or those needing a refresh.
If you are not an Expat Academy member and would like to find out more please contact Tony Miller
What will be covered
We will cover what a global mobility policy is (including why you need one and how to design one). We will take a closer look at policy types along with relocation benefit details and compensation approaches. Next we will define international remote workers and international business travel before looking at building a full policy suite. We will round of the day with flexible policies and the latest developments.
Agenda
Day 1
Welcome and What is Global Mobility Policy
09:00 - 09:15
We will define what a Global Mobility policy is and how this fits in with other company policies.
Why Do You Need One?
09:15 - 09:30
Discussing why you need a Global Mobility policy, including compliance and company goals.
How Do You Design One?
09:30 - 09:45
We'll explain how you go about designing a Global Mobility Policy and also the governance surrounding the process.
Traditional Policy Types
09:45 - 10:30
Exploring the traditional policy types and how they are utilised including commuters, short term, long term and localisation. We will also take a closer look at the relocation benefits offered.
Break
10:30 - 11:00
Home-Based Approach
11:00 - 11:15
How to apply the home-based compensation approach and how this impacts the assignment.
Host-Based Approach
11:15 - 11:35
How to apply the host-based compensation approach and how this impacts the assignment.
A recap of the pro's and con's of both approaches.
One-Way Moves
11:35 - 11:45
Exploring the similarities and differences between permanent transfers and international new hires.
International Remote Workers
11:45 - 11:55
International remote workers have increased significantly, we look at how to define them and the considerations involved.
International Business Travel
11:55 - 12:05
We look at how to define international business travel and the considerations and challenges that come with it.
Overall Policy Suite
12:05 - 12:30
We explore what a full policy suite might look like and how decide which policies your company needs.
Flexible Policies and Developments
12:30 - 13:00
We have an overview of the core-flex approach and example frameworks before rounding of the day with the latest policy developments and trends we are seeing in our in-house network.
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Testimonials
This course was excellent, particularly because it was a project management course specifically for Global Mobility. It was really useful to hear from the speakers on the types of projects they have been involved with, how they managed those projects and suggestions/learnings that they were able to share with us. I liked the fact we have been given a template that we can use to outline our projects, and even though it may not be detailed enough to complete all project steps, it still gives an outline of the areas that need to be put into place.
Alicia Cadogan Wilson
This session provided a great overview for anyone new to the function or just want to know more about how the function provides a strategic business support. We learnt a lot of good concepts and sharing with fellow participants. I would recommend this.
Lawrence Chee
The Expat Academy and GMPD courses have been such a great way to shake up how I think about Global Mobility. The Intermediate Training Course was spot-on - really relevant, genuinely interesting, and kept everyone engaged. One of the best parts is connecting with other GM teams, hearing what they're tackling, and realising we’re all navigating similar challenges. It’s a great reminder that there’s so much we can learn from each other.
Jessica Parkes
It was great to be guided toward tools that can help make project management easier and less fiddly. The key takeaway I took was how to engage stakeholders and drive people doing the work I need to do so I can deliver. It was really useful to discuss the way project management failure sits with the project manager regardless of who contributed and strategies on ensuring delivery happens inside timelines through reporting and RACI/accountability.Stuart has such a great way of bringing to life how to use your voice and really gave me confidence on how to better manage myself to manage the projects around me.
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Courtney Ellis-Jones
I have attended the mastering the Global mobility RFP Process. The training was well organized and the information shared in the training was well structured providing me with a great framework for doing an RFP. We are currently thinking of doing an RFP process for our tax provider an our relocation service provider, so this training has and will be very valuable when we decide to move forward with this. Stuart has been an excellent trainer explaining everything in a calm and well organized way!
Kristel Meijs
Great summary for anyone thinking of RFP, valuable tips and reminders in structured way!
Susanna Pelttari
Having never worked on an RFP before, this was a completely new process for me. It was very well structured, easy to follow, and gave me a solid foundation i didn't have before.
Aleks Stamenova
I enjoyed the Mastering the Global Mobility RFP Process seminar. It was detailed and clearly structured, covering the end‑to‑end RFP process. I appreciated the mix of participants, from those new to RFPs to those with prior experience, which made the session inclusive and well‑balanced. For me, the session was useful as a knowledge benchmark and provided some practical takeaways, although it would likely be most valuable for those actively conducting an RFP at present. I still found it engaging and appreciate having access to the recording, which will be helpful to revisit specific tips in the future.
Delecia Coombs
The course was highly informative, well structured, and delivered with clarity throughout. The content was logically organised, making the topics easy to follow and understand, and was supported by clear explanations. Stuart, as facilitator, demonstrated strong SME knowledge and communicated key concepts in an engaging manner. Overall, the course provided real value and will be a useful and effective resource for approaching, planning and structuring future RFPs.
Salma Younis
The course was really detailed and at the right level for beginners and those of have been part of an RFP previously. Stuart was thorough and my team and I went away with some great tips and areas to focus our attention on when managing an RFP.
Sana Bashir
A great policy course - clear, informative and very well delivered. I came away with a much better understanding and plenty of practical takeaways that will support my day-to-day work.
Olivia Matusiak







