► Introduction

 

"KOICA-SKKU Master`s Degree Program in Public Administration(Local Government)"

 

Starting from August in 2017, Graduate School of Governance will educating future leaders including public officials, lawyers, undersecretaries, computer engineers, and consultants. This program is sponsored by KOICA and SKKU. Once admitted, the students get to learn not only highly recognized Local Government and Policy in Korea, but also Korean culture and tradition which will enrich their life in Korea. Academic and traditional atmosphere at SKKU brings out best potential from each student.

 

 

► Degree

 

Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Local Government

 

 

► Objectives

 

The MPA program in Capacity Development in Local Public Administration aims to strengthen the local government officials and civil servants by providing an integrative educational program with a balanced curriculum that enhances their managerial skills and analytical policy expertise. The program has the following specific objectives:

1)  To foster the skills, intuition, and flexibility required to be effective local government leaders and professionals;

2)  To equip a broad range of analytical competency to devise concrete solutions to unique and complex problems facing cities, rural, and population centers in a globalizing world;

3)  To integrate theoretical learning with opportunities for practical applications;

4)  To share the Korean successful local governance experience and knowledge with other developing countries, which would enhance their ability to further their expertise in the areas of economic development and quality of life at the local level; and.

5) To conduct academic research to enhance the understanding on local government administration/management as well as capabilities of public administration and public policy

 

 

► Training Institute

 

         Graduate School of Governance (GSG),

SungKyunKwan University (http://shb.skku.edu/gmpa)

 

 

► Number of Participants

 

20 Government Officials

 

 

► Accommodations

   

1)  KOICA International Cooperation Center (ICC) during KOICA Orientation

2)  SungKyunKwan University Dormitory (E-House) during your stay at school.

- Two (2) students will be assigned in each room.

- Each room is furnished with two beds, two desks, two chairs, two wardrobes, air conditioner, toilet, shower booth, and waste basket.