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Introduction
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The Leaders in Governance Programme offers practitioners’ insights into how good governance and robust public policies contribute to the sustainable development of a country. Through the sharing of Singapore’s development experience, participants will gain a deeper understanding of its public governance approach.
The programme is designed for international and local public sector leaders in senior management positions who are involved in the formulation of major public policies and initiatives. (Note: The programme will be conducted in English.)
During the programme, participants will have opportunities to engage in dialogue with Ministers and Permanent Secretaries. For example, they will be able to interact with:
• Mr Teo Chee Hean, Minister for Defence and Minister-in-charge of the Civil Service;
• Mr Heng Chee How, Deputy Secretary-General, National Trade Unions Congress Central Committee;
• Mr George Yeo, Minister for Foreign Affairs;
• Mr Peter Ho, Head of Civil Service and Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs; and
• Mr Lim Siong Guan, Chairman of Economic Development Board and former Head of Civil Service.
The programme adviser is Mr Lam Chuan Leong, Senior Fellow at the Civil Service College and Ambassador-at-Large. Mr Lam is also the former Permanent Secretary of the Finance, Trade and Industry, Environment and National Development ministries.
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Good governance is critical to a country’s growth and development. Key success factors include visionary leadership, effective public institutions and robust policies. Robust policies are in turn founded on sound assumptions, intelligent design and good execution.
What are the fundamentals of good governance? How do these fundamentals translate into pragmatic policies for sustainable economic development and social cohesion? How can government policies and services be implemented effectively?
The programme offers practical insights into these issues through the sharing of Singapore’s development experience. International participants who join the programme will gain a deeper understanding of Singapore’s experience in public governance. There will also be opportunities for social interaction through evening programmes and local tours.
The programme is structured along the following main themes:
Fundamentals of Good Governance
The Fundamentals of Good Governance Module will discuss common notions of what constitutes good governance in a world of increasing complexity and unrelenting change. Both academics and practitioners, including senior civil servants and political leaders from Singapore, will share their perspectives on key governance challenges facing governments today, and in particular Singapore's experience.
Key Speakers:
• Mr George Yeo, Minister for Foreign Affairs
• Prof Neo Boon Siong, Professor, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy
• Mr Lionel Yeo, Dean & Chief Executive Officer, Civil Service College, Singapore
Policy Development
The Policy Development Module will highlight the interesting and complex linkages between policy-making and policy-execution. Through the policy development sessions, participants will have the opportunity to go in-depth into key strategic policy areas such as economic development strategy, water management, and social cohesion and security. Participants may also choose from two policy tracks - Infrastructure Development and Social Development. The Infrastructure Development Track will cover areas such as urban planning, land transport and the environment. The Social Development Track will cover areas such as Singapore's unique social security scheme (i.e. the Central Provident Fund), healthcare, and education. We will also highlight mindsets, processes and systems required for successful policy development, implementation, adaptation and innovation.
Key Speakers:
• Mr Heng Chee How, Deputy Secretary-General of National Trade Unions Congress Central Committee
• Mr Lam Chuan Leong, Ambassador-at-Large, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore
• Mr Lawrence Wong, Chief Executive, Energy Market Authority, Singapore
Service Delivery
The Service Delivery Module discusses key support structures and processes required for good governance. Briefings and discussions under the module include people development and talent management, and process and institutional innovations. In addition, learning journeys to public sector agencies such as Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore and National Library Board will also be organised to showcase Singapore's public sector organisational processes and innovations.
Key Speakers:
• Mr Lim Siong Guan, Chairman of Singapore Economic Development Board and Former Head of Civil Service, Singapore
• Mr Chan Heng Kee, Chief Executive, Singapore Workforce Development Agency
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Programme Methodology
The programme actively employs a wide range of learning methodologies to best draw out learning points from each session and to cater to different learning styles. Participants will be exposed to briefings, small group discussions, case studies, and learning journeys to a variety of government agencies and facilities. To facilitate peer learning, classroom sessions will be conducted in cluster seating.
Social Activities
Interesting local tours will be arranged on selected weeknights to give participants a glimpse of the vibrant attractions and colourful culture which makes Singapore a choice destination for leisure and business visitors. For the inaugural run, a city night tour, visit to the Night Safari and several social dinners were arranged to expose participants to the sights, sounds, and taste of Singaporean culture.
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Comments from our participants
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The overall commitment and support from the top government officials to this course is amazing. It made the course distinct and unique. The program was great in general. The organization of the program is world class. – Mr. Alfadhel AlHarthy, Undersecretary for Development Affairs, Ministry of National Economy, Oman
Congratulations to the Civil Service College for coming up with such an excellent programme that should be continued. – Mr. Daniel Gabriel Tembe, Chairman of the Board, State Shares Management Agency (IGEPE), Mozambique
This is a very good and useful programme for me. I understand that it’s a very tough project to involve so many very senior and key persons in various fields for this programme. For this, I am really grateful and appreciate the CSC for its hard work. Thank you! – Ms. Myra Maria Hanartani, Director General, Directorate General for Industrial Relations and Social Security, Indonesia
I must say this is a high standard training. I learnt a lot. I sincerely thank CSC, and staff for their good work ……– Mr. Xue Yanqing, Director, Department of International Cooperation and Exchanges, Ministry of Education, People’s Republic of China
Top programme overall but a big winner was the international mix of interesting people-without this factor i.e. if it was just Singaporeans or one or two other countries, it would not have worked nearly as well. A privilege to be part of the group - Network & make friends! – Mr. Gary Maurice Willmott, Deputy Chief Executive, Singapore Workforce Development Agency, Singapore
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Programme Fee
S$7,800 (approx. US$5,400) per person; or
S$11,800 (approx. US$8,000) per person, inclusive of 10-night hotel accomodation and daily breakfast.
(The fee covers study visits, meals and transportation during the official programme.)
Further Information
To apply, please send us the following documents by 16 January 2009.
Mailing Address: Civil Service College, c/o CSC International, 31 North Buona Vista Road, Singapore 275983
Fax: +65 68741737
For the latest updates on the programme and application information, please speak to the Programme Manager, Mr Kelvin Chai at +65 68741925 or email him at kelvin_chai@cscollege.gov.sg
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