Japan-IMF Scholarship Program for Asia (JISPA)

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JISPA offers a unique opportunity to join a small cohort of government officials dedicated to macroeconomic policymaking.
The program has a selective annual intake of around 35 scholars and forms a close-knit international cohort, described as a “JISPA family”.
Partner universities deliver specialized programs with all courses conducted in English, blending economic theory and applied policy skills in macroeconomics, public management and quantitative methods.
An intensive Orientation Program precedes the master’s courses to strengthen foundations in English, mathematics, introductory economics and econometrics, and Japanese language.

Administered by the IMF’s Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, JISPA provides exclusive access to directly engage with IMF economists and senior management, including Managing Director and Deputy Managing Directors when opportunities arise.
Scholars gain access to IMF-led learning opportunities that deepen understanding of the IMF’s analytical frameworks.
JISPA scholars receive direct exposure to Japanese macroeconomic policymaking through seminars and field visits involving the Ministry of Finance and the Bank of Japan.

JISPA hosts events including welcome and farewell receptions, summer workshops, seminars, and thesis presentations that connect scholars with peers, IMF experts, and Japanese policymakers.
With over 1000 scholarships awarded across 20+ countries, JISPA has an established alumni network.
Alumni stay connected through an online platform and a Continuing Education (CE) program that invites JISPA alumni to Japan for short-term training courses, supporting career-long development and collaboration.

Boutique scholarship program for future policymakers with a selective annual intake of around 35 scholars.
Tailored curriculum and pastoral care delivered by partner universities; all courses in English.
Intensive Orientation Program covering English, mathematics, introductory economics and econometrics, and Japanese language.
Exclusive access to IMF economists and senior management, plus IMF-led learning opportunities.
Direct engagement with Japanese policymakers (Ministry of Finance and Bank of Japan) via seminars and field visits.
Vibrant networking through receptions, workshops, seminars, and thesis presentations.
Strong alumni network with over 1000 scholarships awarded across 20+ countries and ongoing CE program offerings.

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