Program Overview

Introduction to the Lee Kuan Yew Senior Fellowship in Public Service (SFPS)

The Lee Kuan Yew Senior Fellowship in Public Service (SFPS) is a prestigious program designed for senior-level leaders in public, private, and non-profit sectors. The program aims to develop visionary and effective leaders who can inspire change within their organizations.

Program Overview

The SFPS program is a 5-week intensive, immersive, transformative, and rewarding learning experience. It features a rigorous curriculum that focuses on developing leadership and governance competencies, equipping participants with the tools to take on challenges at a global level.

Curriculum

The curriculum comprises core cluster modules addressing prevailing concerns that leaders have, and deep dive sessions that participants would benefit from acquiring an in-depth understanding of. The core themes include:

• Leadership: Develop visionary and effective leadership that empowers you to transform your organization.
• International Economics and Security: Understand the closely intertwined fields of international economics and security and their influence on global stability and integration.
• National Governance: Discover the best way to evaluate public policies and how to adapt exemplary ones to your own situations.
• Technology & Innovation: Grasp the volatile landscape of technological development and its contribution to policy development and regulations.

Deep Dive Sessions

The program also covers deep dive sessions on subject matters that are relevant and of interest to the participants, such as urban governance, climate change, and successful aging.

Faculty

The program is taught by distinguished professors and practitioners with decades of experience. The faculty includes:

• Prof Tan Yong Soon, Adjunct Professor, LKYSPP, and SFPS Programme Co-Director
• Prof Yaacob Ibrahim, Adjunct Professor, LKYSPP, and SFPS Programme Co-Director
• Prof Benjamin William Cashore, Li Ka Shing Professor in Public Management and Director, Institute for Environment and Sustainability (IES), LKYSPP
• Prof Jeffrey Chan, Adjunct Professor, Faculty of Law, NUS, Former Deputy Solicitor-General, Singapore
• Mr Lim Siong Guan, Emeritus Professor, NUS, Former Head of Civil Service, Singapore
• Prof Khong Yuen Foong, Li Ka Shing Professor in Political Science and Co-Director of the Centre on Asia and Globalisation
• Prof Ramkishen S. Rajan, Yong Pung How Professor in Asia, LKYSPP

Participant Profile

The senior fellows are senior leaders who hail from diverse backgrounds in the public, private, and non-profit sectors with a strong passion for inspiring positive changes globally.

Class Profiles

The program has had several classes, each with a unique profile:

• SF 7: 46 total participants, 48 median age, 63% male, 37% female
• SF 6: 49 total participants, 48 median age, 55% male, 45% female
• SF 5: 54 total participants, 48 median age, 78% male, 22% female
• SF 4: 55 total participants, 48 median age, 66% male, 34% female
• SF 3: 38 total participants, 49 median age, 61% male, 39% female
• SF 2: 32 total participants, 48 median age, 59% male, 41% female
• SF 1: 36 total participants, 47 median age, 64% male, 36% female

Admissions Information

• Admissions Criteria: Senior-level leaders in public, private, and non-profit sectors, within 3 levels from their organization’s highest ranking officer, and strong proficiency in English.
• Timeline: Application for the program is on a rolling, space-available basis, with early application strongly encouraged.
• Programme Fee: S$66,000 (with accommodation) and S$52,000 (without accommodation), inclusive of GST, covering tuition, course materials, and most breakfasts and lunches.

Cancellation Policy

LKYSPP will charge the participant or the sponsoring organization a cancellation fee equivalent to 50% of the program fee. The participant or the sponsoring organization will be charged 100% of the program fee once the program commences.

Distinguished Speakers

The program features a rich array of guest speakers, including:

• Mr Lim Swee Say, Advisor, National Trades Union Congress
• Mr Stephen Lee, Chairman, Tripartite Alliance Limited, SNEF
• Prof Simon Tay, Chairman, Singapore Institute of International Affairs
• Prof Tan Sze Wee, Advisor, Temasek International
• Ms Aileen Chia, Deputy CEO, Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA)
• Prof Tan Eng Chye, President, National University of Singapore
• Prof Cheong Koon Hean, Chairman, Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities (SUTD) and the Centre for Liveable Cities Advisory Panel (MND)
• Mr Philip Yeo, Chairman, Economic Development Innovations Singapore, Accuron Technologies Ltd, Advanced MedTech Holdings Pte Ltd
• Mr Tan Chong Meng, Board Member, Temasek
• Prof Kishore Mahbubani, Distinguished Fellow, Asia Research Institute (ARI), National University of Singapore
• Mr George Yeo, Visiting Scholar, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore
• DPM Gan Kim Yong, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry, Ministry of Trade and Industry
• Mr Ravi Menon, Ambassador for Climate Action and Senior Adviser (National Climate Change Secretariat (NCCS))
• Mr Ashok Mirpuri, Head, International Policy & Governance, Temasek International
• Mr Leo Yip, Head, Public Service Division
• Mrs Tan Ching Yee, Senior Advisor, Prime Minister's Office
• Prof Quek Tong Boon, Founder and ex-Chief Executive, Singapore National Robotics Programme
• Assoc Prof Eugene Tan, Associate Professor of Law, Singapore Management University
• Prof Kenneth Mak, Director-General of Health, Ministry of Health

Frequently Asked Questions

• How long is the SFPS program? The SFPS program is 5 weeks long.
• What are the key benefits of the SFPS program? The program provides the chance to learn through Singapore’s development experience, gain high-level practical experience, and form valuable professional connections.
• What are the minimum qualifications for the SFPS program? The program is designed for senior policymakers and proven leaders in the civil service, private sector, and non-profit organizations.
• Is there an age limit? There is no age limit for candidates.
• How much is the SFPS program fee? The program fee is S$66,000 (with accommodation) and S$52,000 (without accommodation), inclusive of GST.
• Is there funding available? The School provides sponsorship on a competitive and merit basis to applicants who require financial support.