“It has always been my dream since I started working in the government to learn about the necessary analytical techniques and decision making skills to effectively tackle the pressing public policy challenges. These challenges in a globalised world are increasingly complex and multidimensional.

I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to CapitaLand for honouring me with the scholarship. Without it, it would have been impossible for me to come and study here.”

Mr Xu Linggang, China, MPA 2008, CapitaLand Scholarship

“The scholarship has provided me an opportunity to grow professionally and as a person. I benefited from the wealth of knowledge and wisdom of world-known experts, global leaders and world-class faculty on public administration and governance. I value this learning experience since it affords me greater confidence to think of better solutions and face the challenges of improving the quality of governance back home.”

Ms Magdalena Legaspi Mendoza, Philippines, MPA 2008, Li Ka Shing Foundation Scholarship

“Without the scholarship, I would not have been able to enjoy the enriching experiences at Columbia SIPA – participating in the GPPN student-led conference in Berlin and attending President Ahmadinejad’s speech and debate.”

Mr Alex Zhang Chenguang, China, MPP Double Degree 2008, OCBC Scholarship

“The scholarship has given me a sense of elation and fulfillment. It will have a long term effect on my future professional development. It will distinguish me in my career in terms of better administrative skills and a more visionary understanding of the current issues of public sector management.”

Mr Muhammad Awais, Pakistan, MPA 2008, Government of Punjab - LKYSPP Scholarship

“In the past year, I have developed knowledge and relationships which have given me a unique perspective about Asia and the world. It is crucial for the United States government, companies, and NGOs to take Asia into account in their initiatives, not only for the benefit of Asians but for their benefit as well. Globalisation will be increasingly led by Asian countries in the years ahead, and the MPA programme has helped me understand the phenomenon.”

Ms Willow Darsie, USA, MPA 2008, Hefner Scholarship