COURSE OVERVIEW
COURSE INFORMATION
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Professional Certificate in Global Politics and International Relations

Professional Certificate in Public Policy and Administration

APPLICATION

Dates

JULY 2026

Format

ONLINE COURSE

Live & Recorded Sessions

Price

SGD1700.00 - SGD2550.00

SkillsFuture Eligible

COURSE OVERVIEW

Professional Certificate in Global Politics and International Relations (PCIR)

The three short courses can be taken independently and in any sequence. Completion of all three courses is required only if you are working towards the Professional Certificate.

Essentials of International Relations and Political Development
TGS-2024051076

7 and 9 July 2026 (2 days) 9.30AM – 5.30PM (SGT) Online (via Zoom)

Apply by 7 June 2026

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 Course 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 course 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. Completing all three courses across separate runs will still qualify you for the Professional Certificate, provided all courses are completed within the maximum candidature period (ie. within 36 months from your first course enrolment).

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)

The three short courses can be taken independently and in any sequence. Completion of all three courses is required only if you are working towards the Professional Certificate.

Introduction to Policymaking
TGS-2024050097

6, 8 and 10 July 2026 (3 days) 1.00PM – 5.30PM (SGT) Online (via Zoom)

Apply by 7 June 2026

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

* 20% of the full course 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. Completing all three courses across separate runs will still qualify you for the Professional Certificate, provided all courses are completed within the maximum candidature period (ie. within 36 months from your first course enrolment).

Key Topics

  1. Framing and Assessing Policy Solution
  2. Sensemaking and Complexity
  3. Policy Instruments and Design
  4. Stakeholder Management
  5. Policymaking 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.

COURSE INFORMATION

Course Instructions

There will be an assessment to be completed at the end of the course.

> 20 Hours

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

Online Lessons

Attendance for all live 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 sessions, and complete all required assessments and evaluations.

Certification

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

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FAQ

Can I use both SkillsFuture Credit and the Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy for the same course?

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Yes, you may use your SkillsFuture Credit to offset the remaining course fees after MCES (up to 90% subsidy of programme fee).

Am I required to complete all three courses?

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No, you may choose to enrol in individual courses based on your learning needs and availability. However, if you are working towards the Professional Certificate, you will be required to complete all three courses under PCIR or PCPPA.

I have more questions. Who can I reach out to?

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If you have any further queries, please feel free to contact us at lkysppoe@nus.edu.sg. Our team will be happy to assist you.

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