PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
PROGRAMME INFORMATION
FAQS

Up to 90% SkillsFuture funding – Apply by 7 June to 22 June 2025. Check individual course deadlines.

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Professional Certificate in International Relations

Professional Certificate in Public Policy Administration

APPLICATION

Dates

JULY 2025

Between 2-3 days

for each course

Format

ONLINE PROGRAMME

3 Courses

Attend all three to receive a Professional Certificate

Price

SGD$1700.00 - $2550.00

SkillsFuture Singapore

Up to 90% funding

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

Professional Certificate in International Relations (PCIR)

*It is not compulsory to attend all three PCIR short courses unless you are working towards a professional certificate.

PCIR1: Essentials of International Relations and Political Development

8 & 10 July 2025 (2 days), 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM (SGT)

Apply by 8 June 2025

This course provides a broad introduction to international relations, examining the roles of states and various global actors such as organizations, multinational corporations, and terrorist networks. Students will learn major theories and concepts to understand and address complex global challenges like health, human trafficking, climate change, terrorism, and cybersecurity in our interconnected world.

Pricing List

Full Programme Fee (excl GST) After 70% Subsidy (incl GST) Additional ETS/MCES Funding * After ETS/MCES Funding (incl GST)
Singaporean / Singapore PR 1700 555.90 340 215.90
International / Others 1700 N.A N.A N.A

* 20% of the full programme fee excl GST

  1. ETS (Enhanced Training Support for SMEs) - SMEs may enjoy subsidies of up to 90% of the course fees when they sponsor their employees to attend SSG supported courses.
  2. MCES (Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy) - Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above may enjoy subsidies of up to 90% of course fees.
  3. Do note that if you fail to complete the course, you will be liable for bearing the full course fee.
  4. For more funding information, please refer to this website: https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/funding-individuals.

  5. If you are registering as a Member of Public, please watch this video guide to assist you in your application. Alternatively, follow the steps listed below.

  6. Completing all three courses across separate runs will still qualify you for the professional certificate.

Key Topics

  1. International Relations Theory
  2. Power and Politics
  3. Foreign Policy Analysis
  4. International Security

Who Should Attend

  1. Individuals who wish to pursue a career in the private and public sector that requires knowledge of international affairs and trends to develop and implement better policies.
  2. Roles of international relations, international affairs, political and economic analysis, negotiation and diplomacy.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Understand the broad history, key concepts and theories of international relations.
  2. Get introduced to the different theoretical approaches and develop a sophisticated understanding of various topics in world politics.
  3. Provided with analytical tools to critically evaluate some of the contemporary policy debates.
  4. Develop a practical knowledge of several pressing issues in international relations and learn how to apply to your field of work.

Professional Certificate in Public Policy and Administration (PCPPA)

*It is not compulsory to attend all three PCPPA short courses unless you are working towards a professional certificate.

PCPPA 1: Introduction to Policy Making

7, 9 & 11 July 2025 (3 days), 02:00 PM - 05:30 PM (SGT)

Apply by 7 June 2025

Introduction to Policy Making equips policy officers and managers with the essentials of public policy. The course covers concepts, methodologies, and tools for formulating and executing impactful policies. It teaches how to identify and address social, economic, and political challenges, and explores various approaches to interrelated policy issues. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of the policymaking process and its challenges.

Pricing List

Full Programme Fee (excl GST) After 70% Subsidy (incl GST) Additional ETS/MCES Funding * After ETS/MCES Funding (incl GST)
Singaporean / Singapore PR 2500 833.85 510 323.85
International / Others 2550 N.A N.A N.A

* 20% of the full programme fee excl GST

  1. ETS (Enhanced Training Support for SMEs) - SMEs may enjoy subsidies of up to 90% of the course fees when they sponsor their employees to attend SSG supported courses.
  2. MCES (Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy) - Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above may enjoy subsidies of up to 90% of course fees.
  3. Do note that if you fail to complete the course, you will be liable for bearing the full course fee.
  4. For more funding information, please refer to this website: https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/funding-individuals.

  5. If you are registering as a Member of Public, please watch this video guide to assist you in your application. Alternatively, follow the steps listed below.

  6. Completing all three courses across separate runs will still qualify you for the professional certificate.

Key Topics

  1. Framing and Assessing Policy Solution
  2. Sensemaking and Complexity
  3. Policy Instruments and Design
  4. Stakeholder Management
  5. Policy Making and Governance – The Singapore Experience
  6. Futures and Public Policy

Who Should Attend

  1. This course is for current or aspiring policy officers, analysts, professionals, and individuals in public affairs and government relations, or anyone needing an introduction to policy making and program development.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Understand the policy cycle and acquire the skills to address the challenges and demands in each stage of the policy cycle.
  2. Acquire the political, administrative and analytical acumen needed to shape policy development and make decisions.
  3. Adopt a comprehensive and multi-faceted approach to analyzing, developing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating, and communicating public policies.
  4. Learn how to map, manage and communicate with stakeholders, organizations and the general public.

PROGRAMME INFORMATION

Course Instructions

There will be a reflection exercise to be completed at the end of the course. Do note that if you fail to complete the course, you will be liable for bearing the full course fee.

> 20 Hours

You can expect to spend up to 20 hours or more per week, depending on the course you are attending under PCIR or PCPPA.

Online Lessons

Attendance for all online Zoom sessions is compulsory. In order to complete the course, you are required to watch all pre-recorded videos (if applicable), attend at least 80% of the online class, and submit the evaluation and reflection exercise at the end of the course.

Certification

At the end of this short course, you will be conferred a Certificate of Completion. Upon completion of all 3 PCIR or PCPPA short courses, you will be conferred a Professional Certificate on top of the Certificate of Completion.

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FAQ

How do I register for this programme?

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If you are registering as a Member of Public, please watch this video guide to assist you in your application. Alternatively, follow the steps listed below.

Step 1: Please visit NUS Online Application Portal

Step 2: Under the drop-down button, select the category that belongs to you. If you are joining as a self-funded participant, click on “Member of the Public”.

Step 3: Select “Short Course/Modular Course” and click on “Applying for Myself”.

Step 4: Under the drop-down button, select “Short Course”.

Step 5: Under “By Faculty” option, select “LKYSPP Dean’s Office”.

You should see the courses offered reflected.

If you face any issue, please write in to us at lkysppoe@nus.edu.sg.

*Can I use both my SkillsFuture Credit (SFC) and SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) for the same course?*

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Yes, Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above will automatically qualify for the MCES funding and only be billed for 10% of the programme fees.

How do I pay using my SkillsFuture credits?

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Please refer to this guide.

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Apply by 7 June to 22 June 2025. Check individual course deadlines.

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