The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) is inviting applications for the Korea-LAC Tech Corps Program, a scholarship initiative funded by the Knowledge Partnership Korea Fund for Technology and Innovation. This program offers up to 23 fully funded scholarships for mid-level public sector professionals from Latin America and the Caribbean who aim to enhance their leadership and management skills through advanced technological innovation tools.
Over an 18-month period in Korea, selected participants will pursue a Master of Public Management (MPM) and an MBA in Artificial Intelligence and Information Technology Business at Ajou University, one of Korea’s top academic institutions. The scholarships cover tuition, living expenses, airfare, health insurance, and all program-related costs.
Eligible applicants must have at least five years of public service experience and currently work in public institutions in Latin America or the Caribbean. The program is designed to help professionals strengthen their leadership by strategically leveraging Information and Communication Technologies (ICT).
The Korea-LAC Tech Corps Program is part of the IDB’s Competitiveness, Technology and Innovation Division (CTI) efforts to build institutional capacity in the region’s public sector. It facilitates knowledge exchange with Korea, a global leader in digital transformation, and encourages the adoption of innovation-driven management practices across public institutions.
Applications are open until December 19, 2025. Detailed information and eligibility requirements can be found at korealactechcorps.com.
