Target & Number of Positions
APPP primarily targets young professionals from Asian governments, central banks and other policy-related organizations; however, a limited number of Japanese and other international applicants may also be admitted.
The program admits approximately fifteen to twenty positions each year.
Qualifications
Candidates must
1. have a minimum of two years of full-time work experience after obtaining their bachelor degree, preferably in economic or other public policy areas of government institutions or central banks by March 31 of the year of enrollment.
Internships during undergraduate studies and any work undertaken while enrolled in a graduate program are not considered full-time employment.
2. hold a bachelor's degree* such as a B.A or B.Sc. from an officially accredited university.
*A degree in Economics would be an advantage, but the program welcomes those with other background with a strong desire and commitment to study economics.
3. have high English proficiency, i.e., TOEFL score of iBT 79-80 or IELTS 6.0 or higher.
For details of qualification and English test exemption, please see the application package. Please note that the application package will be posted on our website in mid-October of the year prior to the year of enrollment.
Admission Inquiry Form
To confirm your suitability for the APPP and your eligibility for your preferred scholarship in advance, please contact us using the form below. This will help make the application process smoother and more efficient.


