Warm greetings from the International Cooperation Division.

We are pleased to invite applications for the 2026 Global Leadership Program, which will begin in May.

Please find key information below and refer to the attached leaflet for further details.

[Call for Applications]

The Global Leadership Program aims to strengthen participants’ ability to contribute to economic growth and to drive meaningful change in their respective countries.

The program is offered in a blended format (online & field study in Korea) and is fully funded, including round-trip airfare, accommodation, and meals during the field study.

Program Overview

• Online Courses: May 7 – June 25, 2026 (KST), Zoom Live Streaming
  Covers Korea’s development experience, the G20 agenda, and key global policy topics such as growth and deregulation, trade, energy abundance, and innovation.
• Field Study in Korea: Tentatively scheduled for September 2026
  Provides hands-on learning through site visits to key industrial and cultural locations.

Eligibility & Application Details

• Target Participants: Experienced public-sector officials and practitioners engaged in global development or G20-related work (minimum three years of experience).
• Language: The program will be conducted entirely in English, and all application materials must be submitted in English.
• Application Period: February 25 – March 29, 2026 (KST)
• Application Link: https://forms.gle/DKMdC8N2R8JtWs8AA
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Please note that current KDI School students and graduates of 2022 or later are not eligible for the program.

For inquiries, please contact: g20@kdis.ac.kr