Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy

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SHARING THE SECRETS OF SINGAPORE'S SUCCESS
SHARING THE SECRETS OF SINGAPORE'S SUCCESS
If the art of government is an Olympic sport, would Singapore win?
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ADMISSIONS NOW OPEN
ADMISSIONS NOW OPEN
Learn how you can pursue a graduate education in public policy at Asia's top university today
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Handbook of Singapore Public Policy Innovations
Handbook of Singapore Public Policy Innovations
We have just launched the handbook of public policy innovations which share Singapore’s innovative policies that are now foundation of her success.
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THE LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL COURSE
THE LEE KUAN YEW SCHOOL COURSE
New 13-week module covering an in-depth study of Singapore’s success and Asia’s development
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CASE STUDY: SHARING ECONOMY
CASE STUDY: SHARING ECONOMY
Read the case study on 'Revisiting the Sharing Economy in Singapore' by Research Associate Jean Chia
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International Rankings

1^st

in Asia

1^st

in Singapore

11^th

most innovative university in Asia

Our students at a glance

We nurture leaders and policy makers for Asia and the world. Our graduates emerge with common strengths—they are team players who are adept at recasting global issues and trends through an Asian lens, and they traverse culturally diverse environments with sensitivity.

Typical Intake

nationalities

80%

of the students are international

Alumni Statistics

2,263

number of alumni

91%

based in Asia

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Testimonials

Students
Bee Shin
Master in Public Policy (2017), Korea
For Asians to prosper and help the world, they need to know their Asia strength, the cultural strength that we have, the uniqueness that Asia has, so by choosing LKY which is the most prominent school in Asia, I thought that I would be able to have that unique power/advantage in the international society.
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Oluwaseun Bamikole Fakuade
Master in Public Administration (2016), Nigeria
If Africa would prepare a pathway for a future that is vibrant for their citizens, it is important not only to have Western ideas and knowledge but also balance it with Asia – the next emerging economy of the World.

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Students
Ikki Toyoma
Master in Public Policy (2017), Japan
Studying here gives me the perspectives of international trade in Asia, especially Southeast Asia. Studying here is the best choice to gain knowledge and skills. That’s why I chose this university.

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Ramona Bakshi
Master in Public Administration (2016), India
I wanted to study and understand policies in the Asian context so that I can take my knowledge and learning back to my country. Singapore is a success story and there’s a lot to learn. For the next few years, I see myself working for the government in India.
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Students
Abdillah bin Azizudin
Master in Public Administration (2016), Malaysia
The diversity of the classroom surprised me. Everyone comes from different parts of the world. This is something new to me. Upon graduation, students leave the school with brand new perspectives and strong networks. This will enable me to better serve my country, and make ASEAN a better place to live in.
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Princess Celestino
Master in Public Policy (2017), Philippines
I knew that LKYSPP would expand my knowledge and broaden my horizons in international development, particularly in ASEAN and Asia. Upon graduation, I hope that I will be able to join a prominent organisation and be in a position of influence to come up with solutions for global problems.
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Samuel Woodcock
Master in Public Policy (2016), USA
Asia’s growing, Asia is the place to be… There are very good schools in America, but schools that focused on Asia are limited. And so, this is the reason I came here.

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MASTERS & PhD

Located in Singapore, the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy is at the heart of one of the best public policy laboratories in the world.

MIA

MIAMaster in International Affairs

Class Profile

The inaugural Master in International Affairs class will comprise 30 students from diverse academic and professional backgrounds, all with a keen interest in global affairs and Asia.

Curriculum

A notable feature of the programme is its Asia-focused curriculum, considering the inter-linked nature of the world economy and Asia’s rising influence in it.

Internships and Career Opportunities

The School actively engages leading think-tanks, consulting firms, multilateral institutions and not-for-profit organisations to facilitate internships.

Admissions Criteria

Applicants seeking admission to the programme must possess a good Bachelors (Honours – second class and above) degree or its equivalent.

MPP

MPPMaster in Public Policy

Class Profile

Coming from more than 20 countries around the world, our MPP cohort are drawn from the public, private and not-for-profit sectors.

Curriculum

The MPP curriculum draws from the disciplines of economics, political science and public management and is complemented by a wide range of specialisation modules and electives.

Policy Analysis Exercise

MPP students will need to apply the knowledge and skills that they have learnt in the MPP programme to define and analyse policy issues, evaluate existing programmes, formulate and assess policy options and develop specific, actionable recommendations for the client organisation.

Admissions Criteria

2 to 5 years of work experience is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate maturity and commitment towards the public service.

MPP-MEA

MPP-MEADouble Master Degree in Public Policy and European Affairs

Class Profile

The MPP-MEA cohort comprises 10 to 25 students.

Curriculum

The MPP-MEA curriculum comprises core modules that are complemented by a wide range of specialisation modules and electives.

Internships

Students of this programme would need to complete an internship during the summer break between the first year and the second year. Students are encouraged to pursue internships

Admissions Criteria

Applicants have to fulfil the admission requirements for both universities in order to gain admission to this programme. Students are to apply through the Sciences Po Admissions System.

MPA

MPAMaster in Public Administration

Class Profile

Each MPA class comprises around 40–60 students from about 20 countries. Students are typically senior managers from the public and not-for-profit sectors as well as multilateral organisations.

Curriculum

MPA students will be required to complete 40 Modular Credits and obtain at least a Cumulative Average Point (CAP) of 3.0.

Governance Study Project

MPA students will have to undertake a year-long Governance Study Project, which consists of a study trip to a neighbouring country and a student conference.

Admissions Criteria

Applicants should have attained mid-level managerial position in their career stage. They aspire to management roles and demonstrate commitment towards public service. Proficiency in written and spoken English is a must.

MPM

MPMMaster in Public Management

Class Profile

The School maintains a stringent selection process and keeps the MPM class size small. Each MPM class comprises around 20–25 students from around 10 countries.

Curriculum

MPM students will also be attached to a Singapore Ministry or Statutory Board, where they will be exposed to the workings of how the government operates, and spend a semester at either the Harvard Kennedy School, or the School of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University.

Tuition Fees & Financial Aids

Subsidy is available for International Students and Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents.

Admissions Criteria

The MPM programme is tailored for senior government officials and professionals in Asia, with a proven track record of leadership, high-level decision-making and a strong commitment to public service.

高级公共行政与管理硕士

高级公共行政与管理硕士Master in Public Administration and Management

国大简介

新加坡国立大学(NUS)是一所在国际上具有领先学术地位的综合性研究型大学，在教学、研究以及创业方面都具有卓越的优势。

学院简介

新加坡国立大学李光耀公共政策学院正式成立于2004年，它的前身是新加坡国立大学与美国哈佛大学肯尼迪政府学院1992年联手创办的公共政策硕士课程。

课程介绍

随着中国经济的飞速发展以及与世界的快速接轨，政府官员及国有企业的高级管理人员对于公共行政与管理教育的需求日益增加。

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PHD

PHDPhD in Public Policy

Class Profile

Generous scholarships, in addition to access to a range of teaching and research assistantships, are available. Admission to this programme is highly competitive. Only about 6 – 8 candidates are admitted every year.

Curriculum

PhD students are expected to complete the programme in 4 years, and must complete 7 core modules, 2 electives, and a PhD qualifying examination and dissertation.

Tuition Fees & Financial Aids

Subsidy is available for International Students and Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. There are also financial aids in the forms of scholarships.

Admissions Criteria

The PhD in Public Policy programme is a very competitive programme, where only a handful of students, typically 6 – 8 a year, from more than 100 applicants will be selected.

Executive Education

The School’s Executive Education Programmes are designed to serve the training needs of organisations and working professionals in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors by strengthening the leadership and management capabilities of both organisations and individuals.

Open Enrolment Programmes

Customised Programmes

Testimonials

Executive Education
Sharmila Oswal
Director, Green Energy Foundation
The Temasek Foundation International Water Leadership programme is thoughtfully-designed – we leave here with an enriched knowledge about water utilities and water governance. I have traveled all around the world but the LKY School is one of my most enriching experiences.
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Executive Education
Graeme Ford
Senior Designer, ThinkPlace Singapore
The Applying Behavioural Insights into Public Policy masterclass was an exciting opportunity to challenge assumptions on human behaviour.
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Executive Education
Kim Seokberm
Assistant Manger, Korea International Cooperation Agency
The programme addressed challenging issues, had impressive speakers, and was a good networking platform.
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RESEARCH AREAS

In the midst of Asia’s transformative shifts, we are ideally positioned to shape the research agenda on the region’s economic, social, governance and environmental challenges and opportunities. We focus on five broad areas that reflect a transitioning Asia.

Major Power Relations and Global Governance

Water Governance, Environment and Energy

Policy Studies, Public Management and Governance

Social Policy in Asia and Singapore

Competitiveness in Asia

Singapore

RESEARCH CENTRES

FACULTY

The LKY School has one of the most diverse research communities of any school of public policy. Our world-class faculty bring many different national perspectives to their research, and work with all kinds of different methodologies and conceptual and theoretical approaches

AKTER, Sonia

Assistant Dean (Research) and Assistant Professor

BAJPAI, Kanti Prasad

白康迪

Director, Centre on Asia and Globalisation and Wilmar Professor of Asian Studies

KADIR, Suzaina

Associate Dean (Admissions, Partnerships and Programmes), Deputy Director (Academic Affairs) and Senior Lecturer

KHONG, Yuen Foong

Li Ka Shing Professor in Political Science

MANCINI, Francesco

Associate Dean (Career Services and Student Life) and Visiting Associate Professor

QUAH, Danny

柯成兴

Vice Dean (Academic Affairs) and Li Ka Shing Professor in Economics

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Testimonials

Faculty
Khong Yuen Foong
Li Ka Shing Chair Professor of Political Science
America has created the most successful tributary system the world has ever seen. I argue that America wants, first of all, to be recognised as The Power, the number one power in the world, and secondly, it wants others to emulate its political ideals and institutions, i.e. democracy, liberal democracy.
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Faculty
Leong Ching
Senior Research Fellow
The third hypothesis in the Devil's Shift is the Goliath hypothesis that you think that the other guy is more powerful than you are and I used the case of water privatisation in Jakarta because it is such a controversial case.
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Kishore Mahbubani
Dean
It is very clear that if you are going to succeed in the 21st century in any position anywhere, you must have some deep understanding of how Asia works and thinks.
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