IDEAS
Program for Overseas Fellows
The training program for overseas fellows started in 1991. The objective is to enhance the absorption capacity of foreign aid in developing countries. This is done by training officials who are in charge of socio-economic development policy planning and implementation in governmental organizations in the developing countries. The program provides opportunities to become acquainted with the aid administration policies of Japan and other developed countries as to study the economic development of Japan and Asian countries. As of the end of March, 2010, 280 fellows from 90 governmental organizations in 19 Asian countries have participated in this program.
Training Period
The program starts at the end of September and continues until March of the following year. Successful fellows will obtain a postgraduate diploma from the School.
Admission Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Applicants should be public officials working for the government or public institutions in developing countries. Their work should be related to economic assistance or socio-economic development,
- Applicants should have more than three years working experience,
- Applicants should be 35 years of age or younger as of October 1, 2010,
- Applicants should hold a master's or higher degree, or have equivalent experience, regardless of field,
- Applicants should have sufficient English ability to participate in university-level work. A TOEFL score of at least 550 (CBT213) is highly recommended (Competence in the Japanese language is not required),
- Applicants should be persons who can be recommended by their current governmental organization.
Note: IDEAS retains the right to select countries and organizations of the applicants.
Allowances & Services
Fellows will be provided with:
- A round trip economy-class air ticket,
- A monthly stipend determined in accordance with IDE regulations,
- Free tuition for course work,
- Free textbooks and use of a photocopier for study purposes,
- An individual locker, desk and computer with internet access,
- Access to the IDE/JETRO library,
Accommodation Facilities
Overseas fellows are required to stay at designated accommodation facilities.
Curriculum
Message from IDEAS alumni
Overseas fellows 1992-2009
The program starts at the end of September and continues until March of the following year. Successful fellows will obtain a postgraduate diploma from the School.
Admission Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
Note: IDEAS retains the right to select countries and organizations of the applicants.
- Applicants should be public officials working for the government or public institutions in developing countries. Their work should be related to economic assistance or socio-economic development,
- Applicants should have more than three years working experience,
- Applicants should be 35 years of age or younger as of October 1, 2010,
- Applicants should hold a master's or higher degree, or have equivalent experience, regardless of field,
- Applicants should have sufficient English ability to participate in university-level work. A TOEFL score of at least 550 (CBT213) is highly recommended (Competence in the Japanese language is not required),
- Applicants should be persons who can be recommended by their current governmental organization.
Note: IDEAS retains the right to select countries and organizations of the applicants.
Allowances & Services
Fellows will be provided with:
- A round trip economy-class air ticket,
- A monthly stipend determined in accordance with IDE regulations,
- Free tuition for course work,
- Free textbooks and use of a photocopier for study purposes,
- An individual locker, desk and computer with internet access,
- Access to the IDE/JETRO library,
Accommodation Facilities
Overseas fellows are required to stay at designated accommodation facilities.
Curriculum
Message from IDEAS alumni
Overseas fellows 1992-2009