To achieve its educational missions, KDI School developed an innovative, policy-oriented educational program tailored specifically for future international leaders in government, business and civic organizations. KDI School offers Master's and Ph.D. degree programs in Public Policy and Development Policy. Students can choose and tailor the program based on their individual, specific interests and professional development needs. The faculty consists of first-rate international experts with outstanding policy research and practical experience. Teaching emphasis is placed on analyzing real-world policy issues through in-depth case studies, interactive class discussions, and on-site field projects. In addition to the core faculty, prominent individuals from the government, business, and other research and academic institutions are invited as guest lecturers or visiting scholars. The student body is drawn from a select pool of high-potential government officials, business managers and exceptional students from Korea and abroad. The School strives to attract students who are actively seeking an international perspective during their course of study. All courses are conducted in English in a truly international environment. The School provides a forum for a rich cross-fertilization of ideas and a valuable international networking opportunity.
