Program Information 2016 KOICA – SKKU Master's Degree Program in Global e-Policy and e-Government July 31, 2016 – June 23, 2017 Seoul, Korea Korea International Cooperation Agency Graduate School of Governance, SungKyunKwan University *Participants are strongly advised to thoroughly read and follow the provided instructions in the Program Information.* CONTENTS PART I. KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 04 PART II. PROGRAM OVERVIEW 09 PART III. HOW TO APPLY 1. APPILICATION ELIGIBILITY 2. ADMISSION PROCESS 3. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS 11 11 12 15 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS 1. ACADEMIC SCHEDULE 2. ORIENTATION 3. CURRICULUM 4. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES 17 17 19 20 29 PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE 1. GENERAL INFORMAION 2. OTHER INFORMATION 30 30 33 PART VI. SUPPORT SERVICE 1. TRAVEL TO KOREA 2. EXPENSES FOR STUDY AND LIVING 3. INSURANCE 35 35 35 36 PART VII. REGULATIONS 1. ACADEMIC REGULATION 2. PARTICIPANT'S RESPONSIBILITIES 3. WITHDRAWALS 4. TEMPORAL LEAVE 5. ACCOMPANYING OR INVITING FAMILY 6. OTHERS PART VIII. CONTACTS 38 38 39 40 41 42 42 43 APPENDIX. Fellows’ Facebook & Twitter 44 KOICA & CIAT KOICA The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) is a development aid agency of the Republic of Korea which was established in 1991. KOICA’s mission is to reduce poverty, promote living standards and help realize sustainable, equitable and inclusive development in developing countries. To accomplish its mission, KOICA has been actively involved in enhancing developing countries’ socio-economic infrastructure and institutions, empowering and providing the people of the developing world with opportunities for better lives and improving their well-being. CIAT(Capacity Improvement & Advancement for Tomorrow) Programs Human Resource Development (HRD) has been one of the most important factors in Korea’s escape from the vicious cycle of poverty and underdevelopment which had existed for many decades. With scarce natural resources, HRD played a vital role in Korea’s development; thus, Korea has emerged as an exemplary showcase of national development powered by HRD. From its own experience Korea came to fully recognize the significance of HRD. With extensive experience and know-how in HRD, Korea contributes greatly to the international community by sharing its unique development experience with other countries. The CIAT Program provides opportunities to participants to gain first-hand knowledge of Korea’s development experience. The programs are designed to enable the participants to apply what they have learned for the development of their home countries. Since 1991, KOICA has offered about 3,400 courses to more than 53,000 participants from 173 countries. There are a wide range of topics in the Program, including public administration, economic development, science and technology, agriculture and health, etc. In order to meet the changing needs of partner countries, KOICA always strives to renovate and improve its HRD programs PART I. KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Part I KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) was founded as a government agency on April 1, 1991, to maximize the effectiveness of Korea’s grant aid programs for developing countries by implementing the government’s grant aid and technical cooperation programs. In the past, development cooperation efforts were focused on meeting the Basic Human Needs (BHNs) of developing countries and on fostering their Human Resources Development (HRD). However, the focus has now shifted to promoting sustainable development, strengthening partnerships with developing partners, and enhancing the local ownership of beneficiaries. Additionally, global concerns such as the environment, poverty reduction, gender mainstreaming, and population have gained significant importance among donor countries. Due to the continuously changing trends in development assistance efforts and practices, KOICA is striving to adapt to these changes by using its limited financial resources effectively on areas where Korea has a comparative advantage. In particular, since Korea has the unique experience of developing from one of the poorest countries in the world to one of the most economically advanced, this knowhow is an invaluable asset that helps KOICA to efficiently support the sustainable socioeconomic development of its partner countries. Program Information 4 PART I. KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Korea’s ODA & Framework Official Development Assistance (ODA) is composed of grants or concessional loans, which are provided to developing countries with the purpose of promoting economic development and welfare. Korea’s ODA is classified into three areas: 1) bilateral aid (grant aid & technical cooperation), 2) bilateral loans, and 3) financial subscriptions and contributions to international organizations (multilateral). Bilateral aid is comprised of technical cooperation and various types of transfer (made in cash, goods or services) with no obligation for repayment, and is implemented by KOICA under the authority of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the Republic of Korea. Bilateral loans are provided on concessional terms under the name of the Economic Development Cooperation Fund (EDCF), implemented by the Export-Import Bank of Korea under the Ministry of Strategy and Finance. Multilateral assistance is delivered either as financial subscriptions or contributions to international organizations. 5 Program Information PART I. KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Korea's Experience and KOICA's Program for Human Resources Development Human Resources Development (HRD) has been the most important factor in Korea’s escape from vicious cycle of poverty and underdevelopment that had existed for many decades. With scarce natural resources, HRD played a vital role in modern Korea’s development. Clearly, Korea has emerged as an exemplary showcase of national development powered by HRD. From its own development experience, Korea came to fully recognize the significance of HRD, specifically in regard to Korea’s collaboration with other developing countries. With much experience and know-how in HRD, Korea contributes greatly to the international community by sharing its unique development experience with other nations. Since its establishment in 1991, KOICA supported a variety of international cooperation programs for HRD, mainly in project-type aid form, focusing on education and vocational training with a concentration in building a foundation for HRD. The training program provides opportunities to individuals from developing countries to gain first-hand knowledge of Korea’s development experience. The purpose of the program is to enable the participants to apply what they learned for the development of their home country or local community. Since 1991, KOICA has an accumulated sum of 58,916 participants who have enrolled in the program, and each year we invite approximately 5,000 participants under some 300 different courses. There are a wide range of topics covered in the training program, including administration, economic development, science and technology, information and communication technology, agriculture and health. In order to meet the changing needs of partner countries, KOICA always strives to renovate and improve its HRD programs. Program Information 6 PART I. KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Types of KOICA Training Programs KOICA offers five major types of training programs: 1. Country Training Program Tailored programs that are specifically designed for an individual partner country 2. Regular Training Program Programs that are open to any interested partner countries 3. Special Training Program Programs that are temporarily available owing to particular commitments of the Korean as well as partner governments 4. Joint Training Program Programs conducted in partnership with international organizations and other agencies 5. Scholarship Program Master’s degree programs offered to individuals from partner countries 7 Program Information PART I. KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM KOICA's Scholarship Program With a mission to nurture talented students from developing countries, KOICA invites high-caliber students from developing countries and helps them gain professional and systematic knowledge that will play a key role in their home country’s development. To accomplish this mission, KOICA has been operating master’s degree courses with leading Korean universities in the fields of economics, trade, women’s empowerment, rural development, etc. In particular, this program has significantly strengthened the relationships between Korea and the students’ home countries. Students, who have been given an opportunity to see Korea’s experience in poverty reduction and socio-economic development, will gain a deeper understanding of Korea and contribute to the future social, political and economic ties between the two nations. From 1997 to 2015, the program has assisted a total of 2,598 students through 141 courses. And as of 2015, 388 participants will participate in 19 master’s degree programs at 19 Korean universities. KOICA Scholarship Program is fully committed to the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and is determined to expand its efforts to nurture future talents from developing countries to promote their countries’ sustainable economic growth and social development. Program Information 8 PART II. PROGRAM OVERVIEW Part II PROGRAM OVERVIEW ▣ Program Title: Master's Degree Program in Global e-Policy and e-Government ▣ Duration - Stay duration: July 31, 2016 ~ June 23, 2017 (11 months of study in Korea) During their 11 months in university, students are strongly recommended to complete their thesis. - Academic duration: September, 2016 ~ February, 2018 (18 months) In accordance to the university regulations, the diploma will be issued in February 2018. ▣ Degree: Master of Public Administration ▣ Major: Global e-Policy & e-Government ▣ Objectives - To conduct academic research in order to enhance the understanding of e-Policy & e-Government as well as capabilities of public administration and public policy. - To educate the future leaders, executives or senior managers in government and civic organizations who can effectively meet the challenges of the globalizing world. - To provide professional services to public and private sector organizations in order to facilitate democratic processes and market mechanism. - To share the successful Korean 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. 9 Program Information PART II. PROGRAM OVERVIEW ▣ Training Institute : Graduate School of Governance, SungKyunKwan University (http://gsg.skku.edu/eng) ▣ Number of Participants: 20 ▣ Language: English fluency that requires no translation ▣ English fluency KOICA International Cooperation Center(ICC), SKKU Dormitory Program Information 10 PART III. HOW TO APPLY Part III HOW TO APPLY 1. APPLICATION ELIGIBILITY Candidates should: - Be a citizen of the country which has a cooperative relationship with KOICA. - Be a senior level of government officer or an executive employee in public sectors or a researcher /an instructor in state institute working in his/her home country with a Bachelor’s Degree or higher. (Private sector employees are not eligible) - Have a good command of both spoken and written English to take classes conducted entirely in English and to be able to write academic reports and theses in English. - Be preferably under 40 years of age in good health, both physically and mentally, to complete the program. * Pregnancy is regarded as a disqualifying condition for participation in this program. * Having Tuberculosis or any kind of contagious disease is regarded as a disqualifying condition for participation in this program. - Be nominated by his or her government; - Be required to have experiences or careers in the government at least 5 years when he/she is nominated. - Have sufficient command of both spoken & written English to take classes conducted in English; - Possibly work in the international development field for at least one year after the completion of this M.A. program. - Not be a person who has withdrawn from KOICA’s scholarship program. * Person belonging to the institution in which candidates submitted false documents and returned to his/her country arbitrarily in the middle of SP program cannot be applied - Have not participated in KOICA’s scholarship program or any of the Korean government’s Scholarship Program previously (Master’s degree program). - Be qualified with the requirements identified by SungKyunKwan University and KOICA. 11 Program Information PART III. HOW TO APPLY 2. ADMISSION PROCESS Process Dates February 29 / 17:00 P.M. [Local time in Korea] Step 1. Application Package Submission Step 2. On-site Interview (Embassy or KOICA) March 1 ~ 7 st Step 3. 1 Round Selection Process Document Screening March 15 ~ March 31 nd Step 4. 2 Round Selection Process Interview(University) April 18 ~ 29 Step 5. Medical Check-up (local) May 16 ~ June 17 Step 6. Admissions Notification June 30 ※ The timeline in this table is based on local time in South Korea and subject to change. ▶ Post Admission Arrival in Korea Sunday, July 31 KOICA Orientation Monday, August 1 (1) application package submission - Applicants for the GMPA program have to apply via the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA). For the 1 st Selection process, applicants will be screened and selected by the KOICA selection committee based on the selection standard provided by KOICA and GSG-SKKU, and recommend best applicants for the next selection process. The documents of the selected applicants will be forwarded to GSG-SKKU office. - Prepare all required documents for your admission package and fill out the ‘Document Checklist’. Check whether all information is correct. - Submit the application package (including both University and KOICA application forms and other required documents) to the regional KOICA office or Korean Embassy (if KOICA office is unavailable) by the submission date (February 11) Program Information 12 PART III. HOW TO APPLY (2) on-site interview (koica/Embassy) - Participate in an on-site interview by KOICA regional office or Korean Embassy. If an applicant lives in a country where the KOICA regional office/Embassy does not exist or lives far from the capital city, he/she can be interviewed by phone after consulting with the KOICA regional office/Embassy. (3) 1st Round : Document screening - Documents of the applicants nominated by the regional KOICA office or Korean Embassy (if KOICA office is unavailable) will be screened and evaluated by the GSG-SKKU office Selection Committee. The committee will assess the education and work experiences of the applicants based on their submitted documents. The committee will also look into whether or not the applicants properly prepared the required documents. - Application package as well as the on-site interview result will be thoroughly reviewed by the University. - Every component included in the application package such as the reputation of undergraduate school, undergraduate GPA, English proficiency, current affiliation, working experience will be evenly evaluated. - The result for the 1st round selection will be announced to the applicants and KOICA respectively. (4) 2nd round : Interview (university) - An opportunity for a phone (or Skype) interview will be given only to those who pass through the 1st selection document screening successfully. - The place and time for the interview will be determined by KOICA and GSG-SKKU. The phone interview will be conducted in English. The main purpose of Phone Interview is to evaluate applicants’ English skill in both speaking and listening level required to successfully complete the Master’s Degree Program of SKKU. The applicants’ educational goals, leadership potential, fluency in English, and sociability will also be evaluated. - Details of the interview including the interviewee list will be sent to the regional KOICA offices and interview arrangements will be made respectively. - The phone interview schedule will be notified individually by the regional KOICA offices or Korean embassy with a 2~3-day notice in advance. 13 Program Information PART III. HOW TO APPLY (5) MEDICAL CHECK-UP (LOCAL) - Applicants who successfully pass the 2nd round need to receive an additional medical check-up at the local hospital “designate by KOICA”. The hospital reservation and related information will be notified to the applicants individually by an organization responsible for arranging the check-up schedule (TBD). Medical check-up fees will be fully covered by KOICA but the transportation fee has to be covered by the applicants themselves (please remember that transportation and accommodation fees will NOT be reimbursed). - The medical check-up results will identify the applicants’ health conditions, and KOICA will verify factors that hamper the completion of the scholarship program. The final acceptance of the program will be confirmed after the medical check-up results are examined. - Upon request, individual medical check-up results can be provided by the KOICA program manager of KOICA HQ at least two weeks after the completion of medical check-up. - The status as the participant for KOICA SP will be finalized and the acceptance for the program will be confirmed after medical check-up. (6) Admissions Notification - Admissions results will be notified to the regional KOICA offices or Korean embassy. Registration instructions, course registration and other necessary steps will be guided to individuals Program Information 14 PART III. HOW TO APPLY 3. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (HTTP://ADMISSION.SKKU.EDU/GLOBAL/) Application to the GMPA program requires the submission of the following documents: • Completed application form (i.e., KOICA and GSG-SKKU Application Forms) GSG-SKKU Application Forms: • • • • • • • • • Curriculum Vitae Essay(including all the information below in free format) a. Explain your current job briefly. b. According to your job and experience, write a preliminary (potential) Master’s thesis title and subject (theme) on e-Policy & e-Government. c. What are the major problems in your country in the field of IT(or eGovernment or e-Administration)-nationally or relating with your job? d. What could be your primary study (research) question? e. How are you going to address those problems? What kinds of methodologies could you possibly think of? f. What would be your study (research) process? g. What would be the possible research findings (results)? h. What are the policy (practical) and/or theoretical implications? i. What would be a concrete action plan (road map) to solve those problems or to enhance your national competitiveness? Original copy of official transcripts (undergraduate work; include official transcript of previously attended graduate institution, if available) Original copy of diploma or certificate of graduation from the undergraduate institution (include certificate of diploma of graduation from the graduate institution, if available) Two recommendation letters (preferably a recommendation letter from the applicant’s immediate supervisor and a recommendation from the applicant’s head of the agency/ministry) Certified copy of TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS (if available) a. The most recent scores are preferred, and must be less than two years from the application deadline. b. Exemption: International students whose native language is English or who have received a BA or MA from an accredited English-speaking institution Latest certificate of employment (Note: The certification must contain the exact date of admission in the agency/ministry, position, and specific working department) Copy of passport Two photos (3cm x 4cm) 15 Program Information PART III. HOW TO APPLY * Important Notes for All Applicants: ◇ Applicants who have not properly prepared the required documents will not be selected. ◇ Every document we listed as application package are very important for evaluation. If one is missing (in particular, essay), you may have some disadvantage in the process. Please ensure clarity and readability of submitted documents ◇ If any of the submitted materials contain false information, admission will be rescinded. ◇ All documents should be original; however, you may submit documents only if they are attested. ◇ All documents in a foreign language other than English must be accompanied by a notarized English translation. ◇ None of the submitted records and documents will be returned. Program Information 16 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS Part IV PROGRAM CONTENTS 1. ACADEMIC SCHEDULE Academic Calendar Semester Contents Pre-semester Sessions Pre-semester Aug. SKKU Orientation MBO Meeting 1 (Phase 1 Goal Setting) Fall Semester (1st semester) Sep. Start of Fall Semester Field-trip Oct. Global Culture Party Nov. Mid-term Exam Dec. Final Exam End of Fall Semester MBO Meeting 2 (Phase 1 Evaluation & Phase 2 Goal Setting) Jan. Start of Winter Semester Internship In-House Midterm Evaluation Feb. End of Winter Semester MBO Meeting 3 (Phase 2 Evaluation & Phase 3 Goal Setting) Mar. Start of Spring Semester Apr. Mid-term Exam May Field-trip June Preliminary Evaluation (Defense) of Thesis Final Exams End of Fall Semester MBO Meeting 4 (Phase 3 Evaluation) In-House Final Evaluation Winter Semester Spring Semester (2nd semester) Note ◇ The above schedule is subject to change. ◇ A detailed Program Schedule will be provided upon arrival. 17 Program Information PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS PRE-SEMESTER SESSION Starting from August 2016, before the academic year begins, the SKKU will offer a presession on Korean Culture and Languages. During pre-session, students will learn survival Korean language intensively and a few hours of Korean culture and history, including several field trips to historical and cultural sites of Korea. REGULAR SEMESTERS AND SESSIONS The SKKU-KOICA program runs for four regular semesters: Fall Semester, Winter Session, Spring Semester, and Fall Semester. Students MUST take all semesters provided by SKKU during their study period in Korea. When students want to take some break, it will only be allowed when there are no academic activities going on and with the satisfaction of requirements provided in KOICA and SKKU. Program Information 18 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS 2. ORIENTATION(KOICA) When you arrive, there will be an orientation for 2-3 days of KOICA’s Scholarship Program at the KOICA International Cooperation Center (ICC). The orientation aims to provide participants with useful information on the program as well as general information on living in Korea necessary for your stay. Usually, the orientation is composed of two parts: KOICA’s welcoming session and medical check-up. The order of each part is subject to change. Session Date Contents Arrival July 31, 2016 Arrival in Korea KOICA Orientation August 1, 2016 KOICA’s welcoming session * Before checking in the dormitory, you will stay at KOICA International Cooperation Center (ICC). A. KOICA’S WELCOMING SESSION In the first part of the orientation, you will have a welcoming session which includes KOICA’s welcoming reception, an introduction of KOICA and a course outline. Through this session, you can have an overview of the Scholarship Program. Lectures about Korean culture and basic Korean language, as well as general information regarding daily life in Korea, will also be delivered in this session. B. MEDICAL CHECK-UP KOICA will implement a medical check-up after each participant’s arrival in Korea to assure their health condition. After the medical check-up, KOICA will officially accept each participant as a KOICA trainee for the program. If any case which may hamper the scholarship in Korea is found in the medical check-up, the participant will be required to return home. 19 Program Information PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS 3. CURRICULUM A. Credits Completed per Semester and Requirements for Graduation PreSemester Aug. Fall Semester Winter Semester Sept.-Dec. Jan.-Feb. Spring Semester Thesis Semester Total Mar.-June July-Dec. Korean Required PreLanguage requisite Special Distinguished experts from public agency Lecture Concentration Requirements 12 credits Elective Courses 3 credits 9 credits 9 credits 30 credits 6 credits 9 credits 15 credits 39 credits Thesis Writing Total 15 credits 9 credits * The above requirements are subject to change. - 12 months of residency (Total: 4 semesters) - Minimum grade point average for graduation: B (3.0/4.5) - Minimum grade in functional major requirement courses: B for each course - Minimum grade for other courses: B - Minimum credit for graduation is 33 units. However, we encourage students to take elective course offered in each semester. - Maximum credit for Fall and Spring semester: 15 - Students who received a grade of “F” cannot retake the same course. - In principle, the thesis semester (from July) falls in out-of-residency period (i.e. back in home country). In practice, however, students are strongly recommended to submit their draft thesis before returning home. The extension of thesis writing periods will be offered only in exceptional cases. The participants will receive their Master’s Degree Diploma after they go back to their country, upon successful completion and acceptance of a Master’s thesis. Program Information 20 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS B. Curriculum and Credits Code (credit) Session Required (N.A.) PreSemester Non-Curricular Programs Fall (1st Semester) Required (12 credits) Elective (3 credits) Winter (2nd Semester) Spring (3rd Semester) Required (9 credits) Subject Knowledge Based Society: e-Policy & e-Government Korean Language Special Lectures Study visit E-Government & Public Policy Management Science & Statistical Method Research Methods e-Government: Colloquium Government Regulation Public Management in Korea: Research and Practice Development Assistance and Aid Governance e-Policy & e-Government: Implementation & Practice Information Policy Colloquium Academic Writing and Research Remarks Select all Select 1 course Select all Internship Program Required (9 credits) e-Policy Colloquium e-Policy & e-Strategy Seminar in Human Resource Management Select all Elective (6 credits) National Balanced Development Dynamics of Public Policy Process Policy Evaluation Seminar Select 2 courses * The above curriculum is subject to change. 21 Program Information PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS C. A list of Courses available for KOICA-SKKU SP * Required/Elective courses of International Development Studies Subject Description Based Society: e-Policy & e-Government This Seminar concentrates on the rapid developments in the knowledge-based society and its technologies that play a major role in shaping future political, economic and human dimensions in the 21st century. The purpose of the seminar is to examine the main economic, political, cultural, legal and technical forces generated by Information and Knowledge Revolution, for which new e-Policy and e-Governance must be developed. E-Government & Public Policy This course aims to provide the logic of policy response to the realistic situation of social problems. The course deals with theory, techniques, and cases of policy formulation process divided into problem recognition, agenda setting, policy goals, alternatives selection, and implementation strategy. The emphasis is also put on the policy formulation system of the Korean government. It will combine some kind of case studies of the Korean government with proactive discussion. It will be helpful for the students as experts of e-government and e-strategy. Management Science and Statiscal Method This course introduces the techniques and tools of Management Science. It covers linear programming, goal programming, PERT, cost-benefit analysis, decision analysis, and other methods which can be applied into public management. Research Methods This course has made to help students prepare the master's or doctoral thesis. Students would be trained about the methodologies which are required when he/she writes a paper. Therefore, this course makes students facilitate the understanding about qualitative, historical and comparative methodologies. Then students would be trained about how to design the thesis, refer to literatures, draw up the questionnaire, interview and have an on-the-spot survey. Finally they would write the paper as the methodologies through the course. e-Government: Colloquium E-Government Colloquium deals with various theories and policy dimension of eGovernment. In this Colloquium, each student is required to analyze the e-Government related case in his/her own country with comparative perspectives of Korean Cases. Government Regulation This course discusses the economic and political reasons of government regulation and the characteristics of regulatory types of economic regulation and social regulation. The course also evaluates deregulation, market-based regulation, and regulatory impact analysis. Public Management in Korea: Research and Practice As an example of the application of topics and concepts covered in this course in governmental management, a number of public agencies now conduct regular surveys of their employees to assess their work satisfaction and work attitudes and to seek ways of enhancing them. Government,nonprofit,and business organizations increasingly engage in such efforts as releasing reports of employee needs and suggestions identified from the regularly conducted employee surveys, and how the organization's leadership has responded to them. The course will cover numerous theories, abstract concepts, and tools and techniques (such as questionnaire measures of the concepts) pertaining to the topics listed below. It will also cover practical application of those concepts in Korea through case examples and discussions, and self-assessment exercises. Courses such as this one are offered in virtually every reputable and accredited graduate program in business administration, public administration, nonprofit administration, educational administration, and other forms of administration. The ubiquity of such courses and the elaborate development of the topic reflect the widespread conviction that this body of knowledge helps people prepare for leadership positions and other important roles in organizations. Program Information 22 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS Assistance and Aid Governance The goal of this course is introducing students to selected readings for their understanding of develoment assistance practices of major donor organizations and countries. Existing issues of problems of aid industry and governance will be discussed in classes. We'll explore diverse ideas of how to make aid more effective with strengthened cooperation among countries, international organizations, business, and non-governmental organizations. e-Policy & e-Government: Implementation & Practice This course aims to provide the logic of policy response to the realistic situation of social problems. The course deals with theory, techniques, and cases of policy formulation process divided into problem recognition, agenda setting, policy goals, alternatives selection, and implementation strategy. The emphasis is also put on the policy formulation system of the Korean government. Information Policy Colloquium Information Policy Colloquium is a course designed for developing the dissertation of each student. This class is mainly consisted of discussion and presentation of cases regarding Information Policy so that students can develop the structure and logic of their thesis. Furthermore, this class provides a few special lectures from government agencies related to Information Policy to help students build practical and academic perspectives of Information Policy. Academic Writing and Research This lecture aims to cultivate basic skills for research paper writing and prevent violation of research ethics like plagiarism in paper writing. In other words, this lecture helps in writing quality papers and solving ethical problems, which might occur during research, and students learn the followings for this. 1. Learn the basic structure of academic paper writing, and obtain the ability to compose it. 2. Learn the skills to express scientific data in English and to be able to submit research paper in the international journals. 3. Learn research ethics in conducting science and writing academic papers. Research Methods This course has made to help students prepare the master's or doctoral thesis. Students would be trained about the methodologies which are required when he/she writes a paper. Therefore, this course makes students facilitate the understanding about qualitative, historical and comparative methodologies. Then students would be trained about how to design the thesis, refer to literatures, draw up the questionnaire, interview and have an onthe-spot survey. Finally they would write the paper as the methodologies through the course. Internship Program Students experience a real business or government world and have an opportunity to apply knowledge and theories learned in class. e-Policy Colloquium e-Policy Colloquium deals with various theories and policy dimension of e-Policy. In this Colloquium each student is required to analyze the e-Policy related case in his/her own country with comparative perspectives of Korean Cases. e-Policy & e-Strategy This seminar concerns on 'e-policy and e-strategy' which is a infra-policy in the knowledge based society. This course aims to search for a new paradigm of e-Government and eStrategy facing the Smart revolution and knowledge society in this 21st century. This course discusses the overall theory and strategy on the general policy which enable change into the knowledge based society. In specific, students will analyze domestic as well as foreign cases of e-policy based on the general theories and suggest practical strategies. Thus, it is as an attempt to answer these kinds of academic as well as practical questions. 23 Program Information PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS Seminar in Human Resource Management Essentially, this course is an in-depth analysis of the literature, problems, and directions of public human resource management issues. Topics may include: 1) Core Functions in Human Resources: planning, classification, recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, performance evaluation and assessment, human resource information systems (HRIS), human resource development (HRD), discipline, and termination; 2) Core Issues in Human Resources: civil service systems, and reforms, labor relations, affirmative action and diversity, employee assistance program, merit system, misclassification, and political neutrality; and 3) Core Theories in Human Resources Management: public service motivation (PSM), self-determination theory (SDT), goal-setting theory, expectancy theory, equity theory, Herzberg’s two-factor theory and McGregor’s theory X and Y, etc. National Balanced Development This course covers theories and practices in association with national or regional balanced development issues. The course discusses concepts of national balanced developments and causal relationships of regional disparity taking into account the cases of prosperous and depressed regions or cities. Dynamics of Public Policy Process This course deals with the circular nature of policy process: agenda setting, policy formation, implementation, evaluation, and termination. It also covers its dynamic nature resulting from the interaction of multiple stakeholders participating in the policy process. Policy Evaluation Seminar The main purpose of this seminar is to provide substantive knowledge and methods for the evaluation of public policy. We discuss not only analytical evaluation as scientific research activities but also institutionalized evaluation as an administrative control mechanism of the Korean government. Program Information 24 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS D. Performance Management & Development Management by Objectives (MBO) and Performance Appraisal As a new approach in evaluating the GMPA participants, the MBO approach will be adapted to reflect proactive program management. As a principle, MBO is a resultoriented approach that encourages active participation of all stakeholders in the program. Specifically, the performance evaluation strategy will require participants to identify tangible goals while in the duration of the program. An academic supervisor will ensure that participants are properly guided in the form of goals and objectives, supporting achieve desired outcomes and evaluating their performance on the determined objectives. Figure 1 presents the MBO process. Primary flow Figure 1. The Process of Management by Objectives 25 Program Information PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS The performance plan requires completing three major areas (tracks) of responsibility for the participants. A performance goal is defined in each track: (a) Research Track—Track 1, (b) Academic Track—Track 2, and (c) Activity Track— Track 3. The academic supervisor will evaluate the participant’s progress in Tracks 1 and 2 towards his/her goal in three phases. The GMPA office through the GMPA Dean and Program Director will help give an evaluation on Track 3 as they coordinate invitations from KOICA and plan and execute activities for the participants. Also note that the evaluation will not be rated in a numeric value; rather three colors —green (excellent), yellow (satisfactory), and red (unsatisfactory)— will be assigned, and written comments on the goal achievements will be provided in each track (See Table 2). Performance Evaluation Criteria The participants’ success in achieving the performance objectives will be evaluated with the following criteria (see also Table 1): a. Research Track (Track 1) • Completion of research plan. As the program is into e-Government and e-Policy, the research agenda must at least center on e-Government research and/or its specific service, strengthening public administration capacity, etc. • Completion of thesis proposal and thesis. The thesis is a result of the 1-year educational and training program offered in GSG-SKKU. • Participation in domestic or international conferences on public policy, public administration, e-Government, or other related activities. Program Information 26 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS b. Academic Track (Track 2) • A grade equal or higher than A in each course enrolled. • Excellence in in-campus behaviors. . The demeanor of the participants will be evaluated in multi-aspects, for example, their in-campus behaviors, deportments, manners, or conducts. c. Activity Track (Track 3) • 100% participation is expected in various activities which are planned and executed by KOICA and GMPA offices. • Experience to various e-Government systems available in Korea. • Learning the principles and strategies in the development of Korean e-Government systems. • Excellence in off-and-in-campus behaviors. Participant’s total demeanor during the conduct of activities and/or their entire stay in Korea. 27 Program Information PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS Table 1. Three-Phased Evaluation Criteria Goal-Setting Phase Sub-Activity Tracks Track 1: Research Track 2: Academic Track 3: Activity Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Completion and submission of thesis; Participation in domestic or international conferences on public policy, public administration, eGovernment, or other related activities. Identification, presentation, and submission of research agenda Completion, submission, and presentation of thesis proposal To get a mark of not less than A in all courses enrolled in the fall semester; excellent incampus demeanor. Completion of Internship Program; get a mark of not less than A in all enrolled courses in winter semester; excellent in-campus demeanor. To get a mark of not less than A in all courses enrolled in the spring semester; excellent incampus demeanor. Participation in all activities planned and executed by KOICA, GMPA Office; exposure and learning the Korean e-Government system and strategies; excellent off-and-in-campus demeanor. Participation in all activities planned and executed by KOICA, GMPA Office; exposure and learning the Korean e-Government system and strategies; excellent off-and-incampus demeanor. Participation in all activities planned and executed by KOICA, GMPA Office; exposure and learning the Korean e-Government system and strategies; excellent off-and-incampus demeanor. Color-Performance Management Board. Performance will be monitored and measured through a color-coding system. This scheme will provide a regular checkup of individual research, academic, and activities; and will be able to arrest issues that will help the participant(s) to keep in the right track of the program (See Table 2). Program Information 28 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS Table 2. Performance Management Board Goal-Setting Phase Sub-Activity Tracks Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Aug - Dec Jan - Feb Mar - Jul Track 1: Research Track 2: Academic Track 3: Activity Green (Excellent), Yellow (Average), Red (Unsatisfactory) Note: Green (70%-100%), Yellow (40%-69%), Red (0%-39%) 4. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (TENTATIVE) Examples : - Welcome Ceremony and Orientation - Global Culture Party - Final Evaluation Workshop (every semester) - Intramural Athletics (Fall semester) - Field Trip (Fall semester and Spring semester) - Cultural Visit - Global Campus Tour - Conference of e-Government & e-Policy Studies - Regular Meeting with Professors (e.g., thesis meeting, MBO evaluation) - Home Visiting - Completion Ceremony 29 Program Information PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE Part V TRAINING INSTITUTE 1. GENERAL INFORMAION ❏ SUNGKYUNKWAN UNIVERSITY Sungkyunkwan is synonymous with both tradition and innovation in education. The literal meaning of the University's name is 'an institution for building a harmonious society' of perfected human beings. The founding philosophy of Old Sungkyunkwan is needed as much as ever today, in an era of technological advancement that seems devoid of humanity. The University's faculties of more than 1,000 are committed to quality teaching and research, offering students a challenging environment for intellectual and personal growth. Old Sungkyunkwan was founded over 600 years ago by royal decree to promote the scholarship in Confucianism. As a nation's highest educational institution, Old Sungkyunkwan went through vicissitudes with the country it served over the centuries. It would be misleading, however, to view the University merely in the context of its pre-modern history. What the University has achieved in the past fifty years meets and exceeds that of the five hundred years preceding our current century. Program Information 30 PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE After World War II, with the emergence of the Republic of Korea, Old Sungkyunkwan underwent a renaissance as a private university. As Korea modernized and underwent social and economic reforms, the University grew rapidly to address the diverse demands of the advancing country. Though a long history alone cannot guarantee the excellence of an institution, the rich culture, which exudes from a long tradition, is surely a unique and valuable asset of the University. In addition, we take pride in the University's innovative spirit; as a result of the long efforts to place natural sciences on an equal footing with our strong foundation in humanities, we now operate two campuses: the Humanities and Social Sciences Campus and the Natural Sciences Campus. Based on a highly successful partnership with Samsung who has generously funded several core initiatives, the University has been rapidly developing and prospering since 1996. 31 Program Information PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE ❏ GRADUATE SCHOOL OF GOVERNANCE Graduate School of Governance is a specialty graduate program with a goal to train students as cooperative leaders, and integrated elites who can mediate among people, a scholar who can harmonize ideals with reality and persons of pragmatic minds. In addition, GSG will establish an "Academy of Governance Studies" which would constitute the governances’ "Think Tank". GSG cultivates students of leaders and statesman in here with schools such as the J. F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University and ENA in France. GSG is rich in human capital (ministers of 8 members, the directors of a bureau of 70 members, the professors and researchers of 50 members, a provincial governor, 4 members of vice- minister, administrative official of 240 members). Internally, GSG provides students with scholarship and various work study programs such as research assistant, teaching assistant, research worker and Internships in citizens' groups. The classes are operated on a full time basis and are conducted during the day and night. Teaching methodology constitutes team teaching, cooperative learning, Cyber lectures. GSG gives preference to students who embrace greater self-development who are pioneers of change. If you want to see more details about GSG, please visit here: http://gsg.skku.edu/eng/ Program Information 32 PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE 2. OTHER INFORMATION FOR INT’L STUDENTS ❏ School Stores & Welfare Facilities ◆ Campus Dining Facilities Cafeteria Location (Title) ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ Convenience ◆ Store ◆ ◆ ◆ B2, 600th Anniversary Building (Eun-Hang-Gol) B2, Business School Building (Gum-Zan-Di) B2, Business School Building (Eun-Na-Rae) B2, Law Building (Bub-Go-Eul) 6F, 600th Anniversary Building (Faculty Club) 1F, Faculty Hall (Ok-Ryu-Cheon) 1F, Student Union Building B2, Central Library B1, Toegye Hall of Humanities B3, Business School Building 5F, (An annex) Suseon Hall B2, Law Building Coffee Shop ◆ B2, Business School Building (outdoor) ◆ B3, Business School Building (indoor) 33 Program Information Operating Hours There is a different schedule for service during the semester and during vacation. Please always be aware of the operating hours All stores are open during normal business hours All stores are open during normal business hours PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE ◆ Banking Woori Bank : 1F, Yurim Hoegwan near Main Gate ☏ 02-740-1901 Post Office : 1F, 600th Anniversary Building ☏ 02-740-1900 ◆ Fitness Center B4, Business Building ☏ 02-760-0848 Registration Fee: 20,000 won per month / 45,000 won per 3 months Operating Hours: Weekdays 7:30-20:00, Saturday 9:00-13:00 ◆ Medical Services 2F, Student Union Building, ☏ 02-760-1229, 1230, 1239 Operating Hours: 9:00-21:30 (during term), 9:00-17:30 (during vacation) To receive payment from the insurance : HyeHwa Family Hospital, Seoul National University Hospital. ◆ Other On Campus Facilities Facilities Location Bookstore Shoe Repair Shop Beauty Salon Optician's Shop Photo Studio Travel Agency Stationary Store Souvenir Shop B3, Business Building Outdoor beside Business Building B3, Business Building B3, Business Building B3, Business Building B3, Business Building B3, Business Building B3, Business Building Program Information 34 PART VI. SUPPORT SERVICE Part VI SUPPORT SERVICE 1. TRAVEL TO KOREA KOICA arranges and pays for the participants’ round trip to Korea. The participant is to travel by the most direct route between Incheon International airport and a main international airport in the participant’s home country. KOICA will cover economy class, round-trip airfare. If a participant wants to change the flight itineraries, they should pay the additional airfare. The participant is responsible for the issuance of an appropriate visa (which must be the ‘Study Abroad Visa [D-2]) necessary for this Scholarship Program. Should the participant be unable to get the appropriate visa before the date of entrance, KOICA is unable to provide any assistance and, if it proves necessary, participants may have to return to their respective countries to get the visa issued at their own expense. 2. EXPENSES FOR STUDY AND LIVING The following expenses will be covered by KOICA during the participant’s stay in Korea. - Tuition fee - Accommodation sharing a room basis (mainly the dormitory of a training institute) - Living & Meal allowance: KRW 999,000 per month - A medical check-up after arrival and during the summer in the following year - Overseas travel insurance, etc. In addition, participants may be invited to a special event organized by KOICA with the aim of promoting friendship among each other and understanding about Korea during the program. 35 Program Information PART VI. SUPPORT SERVICE 3. INSURANCE During the program participants will be covered by the ‘“New group accident insurance (2)”. The insurance covers expenses for medical treatment and hospital care caused by diseases or accidents within the scope and limit of insurance coverage. Participants should first pay by themselves and then be reimbursed for the expenses later, on the condition that the case falls under the coverage of the insurance. Limits of Coverage (subject to change) - Death or Permanent Disability by Accident: KRW 100 million - Medical Expenses by Accident: KRW 50 million - Medical Expenses by Disease: KRW 50 million - Death by Disease: KRW 100 million - Liability: KRW 10 million (deductible: KRW 200,000) Main Scope of Coverage - Death or Permanent Disability by Accident & Death by Disease: The insurance shall pay the insurance money up to the above limit. - Medical Expenses by Disease and Accident: The insurance shall cover the medical expenses at actual cost within the limit of the medical insurance subscription amount per case (for details, refer to the insurance policy) - Medical checkup at the participant’s option and the fee for a medical certificate and diseases caused by pre-existing medical conditions, etc. are not covered by the insurance. ※ The insurance coverage is limited to the treatment incurred within Korea. Deductibles (Insured persons are responsible for deductibles, as described below.) 1) Maximum Coverage Limit per Day • Outpatient services: KRW 250,000 • Medicine: KRW 50,000 2) Deductible per day (outpatient) • Clinic: KRW 10,000 • Hospital: KRW 15,000 • University hospital, level 3 hospital: KRW 20,000 Program Information 36 PART VI. SUPPORT SERVICE 3) Deductible per day (medicine): KRW 8,000 4) Dentistry and Oriental (Chinese) medicine: Uninsured items and prosthetic dentistry 5) Hospital treatment • The beneficiary is responsible for 10% of the costs. 6) Orthopedics • Equipment and consumables (e.g., wristbands and cast shoes) 7) Fees for issue of certificates 8) In the case of uninsured items and material costs, a detailed statement must be submitted. 9) Receipts from medical institutions or pharmacies must be submitted. Credit card receipts will not be accepted. Procedures, Services and Diseases Not Covered by the Insurance 1) Medical check-up, vaccination, nutritional supplements, and tonic medicines 2) Mental disease and behavior disorder 3) Dental care ※ To receive dental care, prior consultation with the coordinator of KOICA is required. 4) Congenital cerebropathy 5) Herbal remedies 6) Obesity 7) Urinary diseases: Hematuria and urinary incontinence 8) Diseases of the rectum and anus 9) Tiredness and fatigue 10) Freckles, hirsutism, atrichia, canities, mole, wart, pimple, and skin ailments such as hair loss due to aging 11) Medical expenses caused by treatments for enhancing appearance (e.g., double-eyelid surgery) 12) Costs that are not related to treatments and medical check-up costs that are not related to a doctor’s diagnosis. 13) Diseases that participants already had before arrival in Korea 37 Program Information PART VII. REGULATIONS Part VII REGULATIONS 1. ACADEMIC REGULATION A. All KOICA-SKKU students should reside in the Dormitory of the University. - Double occupancy dormitory (SKKU dormitory, particularly Migaon Ville, is an apartment type dormitory. It has 3 rooms, thus each room can accommodate maximum of 2 students. According to the gender ratio of the batch, rooms of each flat will be shared by 2 students per room or occupied by 1 student per room.) - Images of Dormitory Migaon-vill, recently built, is a student dormitory that can accommodate about 128 people. Each unit is supplied with a LAN cable able to provide use of Internet and e-mail on hand and has 3 rooms, 2 shower rooms, 1 living room and 1 kitchen. Each room is furnished with beds, desks, cabinets and air conditioner. Program Information 38 PART VII. REGULATIONS B. Students who received a grade of “F” cannot retake the course again 2. PARTICIPANT’S RESPONSIBILITIES Participants are required - to take up the scholarship in the academic year for which it is offered (deferral is not allowed). - to follow the training program to the best of their ability and abide by the rules of the training institute and KOICA. - to reside in the accommodation designated by the training institute for the duration of the course except for holidays or temporary leave. - to maintain an appropriate study load and achieve satisfactory academic progress for the course. If the participant fails to attain certain grades required by the university, his or her status as a KOICA program participant may be suspended. 39 Program Information PART VII. REGULATIONS - to participate in all activities associated with the approved course of study including all lectures and tutorials, submit all work required for the course and sit for examinations unless approved otherwise by the training institute in advance. - to notify the training institute in advance and get an approval for temporary leave. - to advise KOICA and the training institute of any personal or family circumstances such as health problems or family problems which may seriously affect their study. - to refrain from engaging in political activities or any form of employment for profit or gain. - to agree to KOICA collecting information concerning them and passing that information onto other relevant parties, if necessary. - to return to their home country upon completion of their training program. - not to extend the length of their training program or stay for personal convenience; neither KOICA nor the university will provide any assistance and be responsible for extension of their stay. 3. WITHDRAWAL - In principle, a participant is not allowed to withdraw from the course at his or her own option once the course starts. - A participant may withdraw with valid personal or home country’s reasons (such as health or work issues) when acceptable to KOICA. In this case, he/she is not allowed to re-apply for KOICA’s scholarship program for the next two years after the withdrawal. - If a participant fails to attain certain grades required by the training institute, he or she may be forced to withdraw and return home upon withdrawal. In this case, he/she is not allowed to re-apply for KOICA’s scholarship program. - A participant who has withdrawn is not allowed to re-apply for KOICA’s scholarship program for the next two years after the withdrawal. - The participant who withdraws must return to the training institute the living allowance he or she has already received for the remaining period from the date of departure from Korea. Program Information 40 PART VII. REGULATIONS 4. TEMPORARY LEAVE - Participants may take a temporary leave during the school vacation (to the participants’ home country or for a trip abroad) under the condition that the trip does not affect their schoolwork and as long as they notify the university in advance. - KOICA and the university will not pay the airfare for the trip and his or her living allowance will be suspended from the day of departure to the day of return during temporary leave. - If the participant is found to have made an unreported temporary visit to his or her home country or traveled to other countries or made a trip despite the university’s disapproval, he or she may be suspended from the KOICA scholarship. The Application Process STEP 1. 1-month before the planned leave, Visit the GMPA Office and talk with the coordinator regarding the application for temporary leave. STEP 5. Furnish the GMPA Office a hard-copy of the plane ticket. 41 Program Information STEP 2. Upon “verbal approval” of the Temporary leave by the coordinator, the applicant must satisfy all the documentary requirement(s) and Submit it within the period identified by the coordinator. Note: The “verbal approval” does not guarantee that the temporary leave will be granted. It will just allow the preparation of required documents for final approval to be made by the Director and KOICA. Requirement(s): Fill-out the Application for Leave (available in the GMPA Office) STEP 3. Upon submission of all the necessary requirements, the applicant must wait for the approval. The coordinator will inform the applicant of such approval. STEP 4. Upon approval of the leave, the applicant may secure or purchase his/her plane ticket. The information provided in the application for leave must coincide with the flight details. PART VII. REGULATIONS 5. ACCOMPANYING OR INVITING FAMILY - As KOICA’s Scholarship Program is a very intensive program which requires full commitment to and concentrated effort for study, participants CAN NOT bring any family members. - KOICA does not provide any financial or other administrative support for the dependents of the participants. - If a participant invites family members within the duration of one month, one must take a full responsibility related to their family members travel to and stay in Korea including administrative and financial support as well as legal matters in Korea. The participant is required to sign and submit the Written Pledge with supporting documents by acknowledging their responsibility and conditions of brining their family members in Korea in advance. A copy of the Written Pledge is available at University Office. 6. OTHERS - KOICA will assume any responsibility only within the limit and scope of the insurance for participants. - KOICA is not liable for any damage or loss of the participant’s personal property. - KOICA will not assume any responsibility for illness, injury, or death of the participants arising from extracurricular activities, willful misconduct, or undisclosed pre-existing medical conditions. - If the participants violate any of the rules of KOICA and the training institute during their stay in Korea, their status as a KOICA program participant may be suspended. Program Information 42 PART VIII. CONTACTS Part VIII CONTACTS 1. CONTACT INFORMATION a. Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) ∙ Program Manager: Ms. Hyung-Won LEE Capacity Development Program Team Capacity Development Department ∙ Address: 825 Daewangpangyo-ro, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-Si, 461-833 Gyeonggido Republic of Korea ∙ Tel: +82-31-740-0419 ∙ Fax: +82-31-740-0684 ∙ E-mail: [email protected] ∙ Homepage: http://www.koica.go.kr ∙ Program Coordinator : Ms. Jingyeong(Jenny) JANG ∙Phone: +82-31-777-2647 ∙Fax: +82-31-777-2680 ∙E-mail: [email protected] b. Graduate School of (http://gsg.skku.edu/eng) Governance, SungKyunKwan University ∙Coordinator / Graduate School of GSG : Ms. Hyo-Joo LEE ∙ Adreess : Global MPA Lounge & Office, Room 423, Law School building,SungKyunKwan University, 53 Myeongnyun-dong 3-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea (Post code: 110-745) ∙Tel: +82-2-740-1880 ∙Fax: +82-2-740-1890 ∙E-mail address: [email protected] 43 Program Information APPENDIX. 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