2012 KOICA HUFS Master's Degree Program in International Development Studies (Comparative Development)

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1 Program Information ` 2012 KOICA HUFS Master's Degree Program in International Development Studies (Comparative Development) July 18, 2012 ~ August 10, 2013 Seoul, Korea Korea International Cooperation Agency Graduate School of International & Area Studies Hankuk University of Foreign Studies

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3 CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS PART I. KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 03 PART II. PROGRAM OVERVIEW 08 PART III. HOW TO APPLY APPLICATION ELIGIBLILTY ADMISSION & APPLICATION PROCEDURE 10 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS ACADEMIC SCHEDULE ORIENTATION CURRICULUM EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES KOICA-HUFS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM REGULATIONS 26 PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE GENERAL INFORMATION GSIAS PROGRAM OTHER INFORMATION FOR INT'L STUDENTS 30 PART VI. SUPPORT SERVICE TRAVEL TO KOREA EXPENSES FOR STUDY AND LIVING INSURANCE 39 PART VII. REGULATIONS PARTICIPANT'S RESPONSIBILITES WITHDRAWALS TEMPORAL LEAVE ACCOMPANYING OR INVITING FAMILY OTHERS 44 PART VIII. ALLOWANCE AND EXPENSES 45 PART IX. CONTACT INFORMATION 46 APPENDIX 1. HOW TO JOIN THE KOICA COMMUNITY 47 APPENDIX 2. STORY ABOUT KOREA & KOICA 48 APPENDIX 3. HOW TO GET TO THE ICC 50

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5 PART I. KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Part I KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM The Korea International Cooperation Agency was founded as a government agency on April 1, 1991, to maximize the effectiveness of Korea s grant aid programs for developing countries by implementing the government s grant aid and technical cooperation programs. In the past, development cooperation efforts were focused on meeting the Basic Human Needs (BHNs) of developing countries and on fostering their Human Resources Development (HRD). However, the focus has now shifted to promoting sustainable development, strengthening partnerships with developing partners, and enhancing the local ownership of beneficiaries. Additionally, global concerns such as the environment, poverty reduction, gender mainstreaming, and population have gained significant importance among donor countries. Due to the continuously changing trends in development assistance efforts and practices, KOICA is striving to adapt to these changes by using its limited financial resources effectively on areas where Korea has a comparative advantage. In particular, since Korea has the unique experience of developing from one of the poorest countries in the world to one of the most economically advanced, this knowhow is an invaluable asset that helps KOICA to efficiently support the sustainable socio-economic development of its partner countries. Program Information 3

6 PART I. KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Korea s ODA Framework Korea s ODA consists of three types of aid: Bilateral Grants, Bilateral Loans, and Multilateral assistance. Bilateral Grant aid comprises of technical cooperation and various types of transfers (made in cash, goods or services) with no obligation for repayment implemented by KOICA under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Bilateral Loans are provided on concessional terms under the name of the EDCF(Economic Cooperation Development Fund) implemented by The Export-Import Bank of Korea under the Ministry of Strategy and Finance. Multilateral assistance is delivered either as financial subscriptions or contributions to international organizations. 4 Program Information

7 PART I. KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Korea's Experience and KOICA's Program for Human Resources Development Human Resource Development (HRD) has been the most important factor in Korea's escape from the vicious cycle of poverty and underdevelopment that had existed for many decades. With scant natural resources, its HRD played a vital role in modern Korea's development. Clearly, Korea has emerged as an exemplary showcase of national development powered by human resources development. From its own development experience, Korea came to fully recognize the significance of HRD, specifically in regards to Korea's collaboration with other developing countries. With much experience and know-how in HRD, Korea can contribute greatly to the international community by sharing its unique development experience with other nations. Since its establishment in 1991, KOICA has supported a variety of international cooperation programs for HRD, mainly in project-type aid form focusing on education and vocational training with a focus in building a foundation for HRD. The training and expertise-sharing programs help developing countries build administrative and technical expertise in both the public and the industrial sectors. In order to share experience and knowledge at the grass roots level, KOICA dispatches Korea Overseas Volunteers (KOV s) to render services in the fields of education, regional development, computer science, healthcare and nursing. Approximately 3,776 KOV s have been dispatched to thus far. The training program provides opportunities to individuals from developing countries to gain first-hand knowledge of Korea s development. The purpose of this program is to enable the trainees to apply what they have learned for the development of their home country or local community. Between 1991 and 2009, KOICA offered 2,256 training courses to a total of 35,716 trainees from some 167 countries. There is a wide range of topics covered including administration, economic development, science and technology, information and communication technology, agriculture/ forestry/fishery, and healthcare. In order to meet the constantly changing needs of its partner countries, KOICA is always striving to renovate and improve their HRD programs. Program Information 5

8 PART I. KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Types of KOICA Training Programs KOICA offers five major types of training programs: 1. Country Training Program Tailored programs that are specifically designed for an individual partner country 2. Regular Training Program Programs that are open to any interested partner countries 3. Special Training Program Programs that are temporarily available owing to particular commitments of the Korean as well as partner governments 4. Joint Training Program Programs conducted in partnership with international organizations and other agencies 5. Scholarship Program Master s degree programs offered to individuals from partner countries 6 Program Information

9 PART I. KOICA & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM KOICA's Scholarship Program With a mission to nurture talented students from developing countries, KOICA invites high-caliber students from developing countries and helps them gain professional and systematic knowledge that will play a key role in their home country s development. In order for KOICA to run the program effectively and efficiently, KOICA is collaborating with excellent and specialized Korea universities in the fields of economics, trade, women s empowerment, rural development, etc., and is making great efforts to provide opportunities to study in Korea. With the skills and knowledge in the development field, KOICA will give opportunities to people from developing countries to contribute to the development of their countries by implementing this program. In particular, this program has significantly strengthened the relationships between Korea and the students home countries. Students, who have been given an opportunity to see Korea s experience in poverty reduction and socio-economic development, will gain a deeper understanding of Korea and contribute to the future social, political and economic ties between the two countries. From 1997 to 2010, the program has assisted a total of 977 students through 51 courses. And as of 2011, 280 participants are currently participating in the program at twelve different universities with 14 master s degree programs such as development policy, Korean Economy & Development Cooperation, Women & Development, Fisheries Science, Agriculture and Rural Development, Global Techno Human Resources Development, and etc. More detailed information is provided from our website at KOICA s Scholarship Program is fully committed to the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and is determined to expand its efforts to nurture future talents from developing countries to promote their countries sustainable economic growth and social development. Program Information 7

10 PART II. PROGRAM OVERVIEW Part II PROGRAM OVERVIEW Program Title: Master s Degree Program in International Development Studies (Comparative Development) Duration: July 18, 2012 ~ August 10, 2013 (13 Months) Objectives - To contribute to the development of human resources who will play an important role in their national development process of developing countries. - To explore sustainable development models in a comparative perspective. - To build up the foundation for stronger diplomatic relationship and economic cooperation with developing countries. Training Institute Graduate School of International and Area Studies (GSIAS), Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS) ( Number of Participants: 20 persons Language: English (Without translation) What to study - To get a full understanding of theories in International development studies - To develop their own nation s development model with comparison to Korea s development model - To conduct research on international cooperative development cases - To take part in a variety of seminars or special lectures made by the field s specialists in and out of the country 8 Program Information

11 PART III. HOW TO APPLY Part III HOW TO APPLY 1. APPLICATION ELIGIBILITY Candidates should - Be a government official or an employee in public sectors or a researcher in state institutes working in his/her home country with a Bachelor s Degree or higher * Private sector employees are not eligible. However, if the applicant works in a development non-governmental organization (NGO) or UN-associated organization, he/she can apply on the condition that he/she obtains a recommendation from the government ministry which covers the organization. - Be nominated by his or her Government - Have sufficient command of both spoken & written English to take classes conducted in English - Possibly work in the international development field for at least one year after the completion of this M.A. program - Be in good health condition, both physically and mentally, to complete the program * Pregnancy is regarded as a disqualifying condition for participating in this program. * Having Tuberculosis or any kind of contagious disease is regarded as a disqualifying condition for participation in this program. - Have not participated in KOICA s scholarship program or any of its kind before. Program Information 9

12 PART III. HOW TO APPLY 2. ADMISSION AND APPLICATION PROCEDURE 1) Admission Decision Procedure - Round 1: Evaluation of Application Package - Round 2: Interview by phone *Note: An interview will be conducted only for those applicants who have passed Round 1. The phone interview will be conducted in English. The applicants educational goals and leadership potential will be also evaluated. 2) Application & Registration Timetable* Procedure Dates Closing Date for Application May 11, 2012 Document Review May 21 ~ 25, 2012 Phone Interview May 29 ~ June 1, 2012 Admission Result Announcement June 18, 2012 Arrival in Korea July 18, 2012 KOICA Orientation July 19, 2012 * Please note that dates are subject to change. 3) Checklist of Documents to be Submitted a. KOICA Application Form b. Completed Application Form of GSIAS - One original copy of personal data - One original copy of cover letter - One original copy of study plan ( words in English, typed) c. Other Documents - One letter of recommendation from his or her organization s chief - One original copy of certificate of employment 10 Program Information

13 PART III. HOW TO APPLY - One original copy of curriculum vitae - One original copy of diploma from undergraduate or graduate institution - One original copy of academic transcript of official undergraduate or graduate institution - Proof of English Proficiency: Letter of Recommendation or others ü Exemption: International students whose native language is English or who have received a BA or MA from an accredited English-speaking institution - Copy of national ID card or passport - Two passport-size photos - Doctor s Opinion paper about health checkup review All documents (Diplomas, Transcripts, Statement of Purpose, Recommendation Letters, etc.) must originally be in English. Please refer to the following site for further information: Program Information 11

14 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS Part IV PROGRAM CONTENTS 1. ACADEMIC SCHEDULE Date Contents Place May 11, 2012 Application Deadline Home Country Jul 18, 2012 Arrival in Korea KOICA Jul 19, 2012 KOICA Orientation KOICA Jul 20, 2012 Medical Checkup KOICA Jul 24, 2012 HUFS Orientation HUFS GSIAS Jul 26-Aug 22, 2012 Pre-Session HUFS GSIAS Aug 27 Dec 15, 2012 Fall Semester (1st semester) HUFS GSIAS Dec 26 Feb 15, 2013 Winter Term (2nd semester) HUFS GSIAS Feb 25 Jun 15, 2013 Spring Semester (3rd semester) HUFS GSIAS August 2013 MA Thesis Submission HUFS GSIAS Aug 10, 2013 Departure HUFS GSIAS *The above schedule is subject to change. **A detailed Program Schedule will be provided upon arrival. 2. ORIENTATION (KOICA) When you first arrive, there will be an orientation for 2-3 days for KOICA s Scholarship Program at the KOICA International Cooperation Center (ICC). The orientation aims to provide participants with useful information on the program as well as general information on living in Korea that you will need during the program. Usually, the orientation is composed of three parts: KOICA s welcoming session, a Seoul City Excursion and a medical checkup. The order of each part is subject to change. 12 Program Information

15 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS a. KOICA s welcoming session In the first part of the orientation, you will have a welcoming session which includes KOICA s welcoming reception, an introduction of KOICA and a course outline. Through this session, you can have an overview of the Scholarship Program. Lectures about Korean culture and basic Korean language, as well as general information regarding the daily life in Korea, will also be delivered in this session. b. Seoul city Tour KOICA provides a Seoul City Excursion to every participant of the training program. You will have a chance to visit the downtown area and experience the cultural heritage of Seoul (Korea s capital city). The excursion will help you get accustomed to the new culture and surroundings in Korea. C. Medical Checkup KOICA will implement a medical checkup after each participant s arrival in Korea to assure their health condition. After the medical checkup, KOICA will officially accept each participant as a KOICA trainee for the program. If any case which may hamper the scholarship in Korea is found from the medical checkup, the participant will be required to return home. The status as the participant for KOICA s Scholarship Program will be finalized and the acceptance for the program will be confirmed after the medical checkup. Program Information 13

16 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS 3. CURRICULUM 1) Credits Completed per Semester and Requirements for Graduation Pre- Session Fall Semester Winter Semester Spring Semester Thesis Semester Jul-Aug Sep-Dec Dec-Feb Mar-Jun Jul-Dec Total Prerequisite Korean Language Special Lecture P/F 2 credits 2 credits 2 credits 6 credits * Mandatory for two semesters P/F Required Courses P/F 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 9 credits Concentration Requirements 3 credits 6 credits 3 credits Elective Courses 6 credits 6 credits Thesis Writing 6 credits 12 credits 12 credits 6 credits Total 14 credits 11 credits 14 credits 6 credits * The above requirements are subject to change. 45 credits - 13 months of resident (Total: 4 semesters) - Minimum grade point average for graduation: B0 (3.0/4.5) - Minimum grade in functional major requirement courses: B0 for each course - Minimum grade for other courses: B0 - Students who received a grade of F cannot retake course. - The thesis semester (from August) will be proceeded in their own country. After they return to home countries, students should submit their thesis to the University later to enroll them at the Ministry of Education in Korea. The participants will receive their Masters Degree Diploma upon successful completion and acceptance of a Master s thesis after they go back to their country 14 Program Information

17 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS 2) Curriculum and Credits semester Code Subject Description Pre-Session Required Course Korean Language (Every semester) This course is designed to introduce students to the basic expressions and vocabularies used in daily life and to improve their communication skills. This class will also explore Korean culture through Korean songs and films and help students understand Korean society. Academic Writing This course challenges students to improve all the English language skills necessary for scholarly and professional success. Special focus will be on skills necessary to write a thesis: reading comprehension and writing. We will also work some on oral expression in order to prepare you for your defense. Students will work with a variety of types of discourse and media important to academic research in general and social science in particular: the course places special focus on teaching students to read, write, and understand academic publications, institutional/governmental reports and studies, news media coverage of public discourse on current events and debates concerning social/political/economic/cultural issues. Korean Society and Culture To think of the development of society and culture through nationalism: Nationalism is a lens through which we can understand modern history of South Korea. To understand the discourses of national identity in the midst of globalization: pop cultures such as musicals are good sources for reflecting the changing mentalities of Korean society To explore issues of nationalism and globalization, even globalization through international sporting events. Program Information 15

18 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS Fall Semester Required Course Elective Course International Law & Development Research Methodology Special Lecture Applied Econometrics state vs. market This class will provide an overview approach to the subject by covering some of the basics about Korea and its relationship to international trade as well as discussion on some current trends and issues happening with the Korean economy. The last week will include team reports on trade related topics. The goal of this class is to provide students a foundation of knowledge about Korea to assist them in their MA program. This course introduces students to (A) methodological canons/conventions, (B) logic of causal modeling, (C) basic statistical analysis techniques widely employed in the contemporary social sciences. Distinguished guest speakers from within and outside Korea will deliver special lectures on wide-ranging subjects in the fields of international and area studies. All students in the GSIAS are strongly recommended to attend these lectures and participate in discussions on a variety of contemporary international issues. The objective of this subject is to prepare students skilled with the econometric methods that can be used for studying and undertaking empirical research. This subject focuses on the practical use of econometric methods in the area of economics, accounting, finance, marketing, etc. With a minimum level of theoretical discussion, it explains how to estimate models using computer software and how to interpret and report the estimation results. Students may bring their own research problems for class discussion. This course reviews major theories and issues involved in the controversial role of the state and the market in development. It will help conceptualize topics and themes in the field for advanced studies and thesis writings. 16 Program Information International Political Economy This is a comprehensive course on Global political Economy. The course consists of lectures, readings, discussions, and examinations. It will deal with the major theories and issues of global political economy by focusing on the interactions between the nation states and globalizing markets. The emphasis will be placed on comprehending how international trade, monetary, financial, production (multilateral corporations), and development regimes are

19 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS Globalization and Culture Globalization and Development Environment and Sustainable Development actually working and why financial imbalances and crises are occurring, and what issues are being raised in the face of global financial crises and national restructuring endeavors. Finally, the course will address the state of global governance, regionalism, and national institutions and their efforts to reform the existing international institutions like the WTO, the IMF and the World Bank in search for a new global economic order at the G20, the EU and other regional organizations, and the nation states. Globalization is a ubiquitous phenomenon, reshaping the contemporary world. Will globalization bring peace and prosperity to the world? This seminar will focus on this question. Students are expected to answer this question on their papers. Globalization is one of the most controversial topics of the day with contested perspectives and approaches. This interdisciplinary course will introduce students to key concepts and issues of development within the context of globalization processes. What is the globalization and how is it related to various issues of development? Who are the beneficiaries of globalization and which group is most hurt by the process? In what aspects is globalization positive/negative for development? These are some of the questions that we will discuss in this course. The challenges and possibilities regarding the future of globalization and development will be also discussed. This course explores concepts and practices of sustainable development and the environment. The course will survey the different approaches to sustainable development and the environmental implication of each paradigm. The course will discuss practical issues of development around the world and the environmental associated costs. Program Information 17

20 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS Official Development Assistance : Theory and Practice Development Aid (Development Assistance) is non-commercial international financial flows designed to promote the social and economic development of poor countries around the world. This module explores theoretical as well as practical aspects of Development Aid, while understanding it in the broader context of international development. History and Issues of the Korean Development This course provides a history of Korean economic development since the Korean liberation from Japan in Main focus will be put on the periods from 1961 when the Korean economy began to grow rapidly. We will also learn and discuss several important issues on Korean economic development. Students are expected to understand the main features Korean economic development and draw lessons for developing countries. Winter semester Required Course Thesis Writing This course mainly focuses on the skills that you will require to write your thesis or dissertation. It will take you through a stage by stage process of thesis writing in terms of topic selection, proposal, literature review, choosing your advisers, and getting on with the data gathering and processing, etc. Through out all the stages you will get time to practice on you selected topic. You will also learn important things about time and self management in research so that you can keep in focus and achieve the intended goals of your research. After, the completion of the research component of the course, you will be introduced to critical factors in professional writing in the areas of project proposals for donors, business letters, memos, etc. This will help kick start you in the world of business. Spring Semester 18 Program Information Required Course Eco. Analysis of Investment Projects for Development -This course deals with the theories and practices of the analysis of investment projects as an instrument for the economic and social development of a nation. -Although it covers other aspects of project analysis and investment criteria, it focuses on the financial and economic analysis of a project. -The projects to be dealt with in the course

21 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS Advanced Seminars on International Development Introduction to International Development will fall in many sectors, i.e. agriculture, industry, infrastructure (road, power, water supply, etc.), services, and social sectors such as education, health and nutrition. This course is for the students who have begun to write the thesis for the Master s degree. The objectives of the course are two-fold: firstly, content-wise, students will be exposed to various issues of interests in international development, which are reflected in the suggested topics of theses of current students. Second, the course will contribute to training students to be an academic writer and discussant: each student will develop and present their findings working on their own thesis and also serve as discussant and reviewer of others theses. In this manner, students will develop a thesis (in a summarized version) and at the same time learn to be critical reviewer on various issues of international development. By the end of the course, each student will aim at producing a short version of their thesis. This course aims at introducing students, who are new to the field, to key theories, issues and challenges of international development. The first part of the course examines different theoretical approaches within historical evolution of paradigms of development, which present various ideas how to attain development and why some countries remain underdeveloped. The second part of the course examines key issues and challenges, namely, poverty and agency of development, including state and foreign aid. Each class will consist of a lecture and student seminars - presentations and group discussion of assigned readings. Elective Course Gender and Development This course is an introductory seminar for gender and development. This course examines the gender dimensions of processes of development, focusing on a number of inter-related issues. Therefore, this course aims at familiarizing students with main debates in the field of gender and development. Various topics relating to women and development will be included in the class discussions: the move from WID (women in development) to GAD (gender and development), globalization Program Information and 19 women s employment, women s movements and state, and civil society relations, and an

22 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS appraisal of prospects for gender empowerment and gender-mainstreaming issues, and others. Students' active participation based on their own case studies will be encouraged. Social Policy and Development: Korean Experiences There have been various interpretations in explaining the Korean Miracle in its successful development. One of them points out the role of social policies, which have recently received attention as kind of unintended outcome of legitimization of the Park s regime. Based on a new interpretation of political history of South Korea, this course will introduce a Korean (and East Asian to a certain extent) model of social policy, governance, and development. It covers development and modernization, dictatorship and democracy, state capacity and governance, social protection and welfare states, mainly based on Korean development. state vs. market This course reviews major theories and issues involved in the controversial role of the state and the market in development. It will help conceptualize topics and themes in the field for advanced studies and thesis writings. 20 Program Information

23 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS 3) A list of Courses available for HUFS-KOICA SP Subject Description Economic Policy in Korea The purpose of this course is to improve the understanding of the Korean and the other East Asian economies in the global perspective. Also, in doing so, the instructor will help the students to enhance their knowledge about theories of macroeconomics, international trade and economic development in the light of the Korean and the other East Asian experiences. Upon reviewing major models of economic development, this course will examine the century-old economic development of Korea and East Asia. Most of the emphasis will be given to the period after the WWII. The first half of the course will be devoted to review the evolution of the Korean economy during the last several decades in comparison with other East Asian economies. Major characteristics as well as the most important policy change of each decade will be explained. During the second half of the course, more specific topics such as macroeconomic management, fiscal and monetary policy, role of financial market, firms and industrial policy, external economic relation, and social issues will be studied. In each subject, relevant theoretical backgrounds will be introduced. Also, international comparisons based on various sources of references will be made as much as possible to enhance the understanding of the lectures. Seminar on Korean Economy The goal of this class is to review and understand some important economic issues in Korea focused on their theoretical mechanism. Main focus would be on the three issues: economic development, regional integration and economic crises. Historical backgrounds of each issue can be discussed also if available in time. International Trade Policy Our goal in this class is to provide you with a thorough knowledge of modern trade policy. Starting from classical trade policy, we will cover new trade policy based on increasing returns as well as trade policy questions, and introduce you to currently active research areas. This class is meant to enable you to start doing your own research on topics in international trade, and we hope to achieve this objective by concentrating on workhorse models of trade theory and giving you an overview of active research areas. Middle Eastern Economy and ODA African Economy This module explores the status of the Middle Eastern economy in a regional perspective. As the current Middle Eastern economy is heavily dependent on the Energy sector, a large portion of the lecture will be focusing on the issues surrounding petroleum industry. However, complex issues would be also discussed so as to understand the structure of the Middle East economy as a whole. The course introduces Africa's diversities and finds out cooperation directions between Korea and Africa in the 21st century. To identify and understand Africa's current political, social, economic situations and prospects as well as Africa's growth potential. To evaluate Africa's strategic values as a partner for Korea. To seek perspectives of Korea-Africa cooperation directions and Korea's strategic access toward Africa in terms of economic and ODA partnership. Program Information 21

24 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS Seminar on Central and Eastern European Economy This lecture covers critical issues regarding recent global financial crises and provides a quantitative history of economic crises as well as a number of different types of financial crises. In this regard, it is highly recommendable for participating students to study analysis of central and eastern European economies and prepare economic articles about countries at risk. Our aim is to develop analytical ability and method of students through facilitating a variety of a global database on financial crises. Economic Integration in Latin America The goal of this class is to understand the theoretical mechanism of economic integration and its effects on the economic development of Latin America. Main focus would be on the economic theories of trade and financial integration process in Latin America. Then, we will touch a few historical experiences and current issues of the region like MERCOSUR, FTAA, and so on. External Economic Relations of Latin America This course is designed to understand the basic concepts and systemic elements of Latin American economies extra-regional relations with the world economy or major economic powers. It includes Latin America s economic relations with US, Europe, and East Asia (Asia-Pacific) in the context of multilateralism, regionalism, international development cooperation, international trade and foreign direct investments, etc. Throughout the course with extensive readings, students are expected to explore East Asia s or Korea s economic relations with the region as compared with the traditional framework of the region s international economic relations, and the way in which all those relations are to develop in the mid-future. Korean Corporate and Business Culture This course is designed to develop a basic understanding of some of the variety of business systems in Korea. Studying the business environment of Korea includes learning about the history, culture, and political systems of these societies and how this affects the operations of firms. Understanding the business environment of a nation is essential to business success. The main goal of this course is for students to develop a sophisticated understanding of nature of the business environment of several of Korea. To this end, we will consider each of the main Asian nations in turn, developing a basic background in its history and culture and then consider how the business system there operates. This investigation includes the major domestic business firms and the most important business sectors, the role of transnational firms, the role of stateowned firms, important business issues and problems, and evaluations of the competitive position of firms and the nation in the global economy. International Migration Globalization and Immigration are closely related because international investment, trade, communications technology, and transport make human movement increasingly possible. This course examines many aspects of human migration: labor movement, the economics of immigration, migration and poor-country development, and security and integration issues in all of the world's regions. 22 Program Information

25 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS Global Strategy Practices in International Conferences International Negotiation Strategy International Labor Standard and Global Economy The goal of this course is to help the participants to understand how the global economic environment is changing and what is expected in the future. In recent global economies, regional, dimensional and sectoral issues are mixed and it is required to define various phenomena objectively. With the conclusion of this course, the participants would have gained insights to better interpret the global economic situations. This course mainly focuses on the skills that you will require to announce your attendance in seminar, workshop and international conference. This course provides an overview of negotiation theories and practices of international importance bilateral, regional and multilateral. The emphasis is on different approaches to understanding what drives negotiation process and explains the outcome. Why do some negotiations succeed, while others keep failing? We will examine not only the official negotiation process but also the important functions of pre-negotiation, second-track diplomacy and post-agreement negotiations concerned with implementation and compliance. Among the themes covered in the course are the roles of power, leadership, ethics, information technology and non-governmental organizations. Case studies and examples from different issue areas are used to learn more generally about contemporary international negotiations: its features and many faces, its limitations and possibilities for greater effectiveness. Students will learn basic features of international labor standards and global economy. They acquire knowledge on the international legislative process and its enforcement mechanisms, as well as the substance of labor and social legislation involved. Understanding on various issues currently discussed, such as the social clause and the corporate social responsibility, will be improved. As legal professionals in their future career, students will obtain correct understanding of the international labor legislation, nurture a relevant frame of reference, with which they can properly address issues related to labor and international law. International labor law is international economic law in disguise. Sound industrial relations, hence higher productivity, can only be achieved if labor law is well understood and properly practiced. With a view to casting light on the social aspect of development, which is the other side of the coin of the economic development in general, a full description of international labor standard-setting and supervision is provided. Regional Integration and Cooperation This course will provide students with knowledge of the economic theories regarding regional economic integration, and of the political arguments both for and against it. Students will explore the history, current status, and future prospects of the world s major regional economic agreements. The implications of regional integration for business will be explored and each student will complete a project on one of the major agreements. Program Information 23

26 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS International Organization and Global Issues This course will investigate the process of international organization through an analysis of the role of international organizations and global issues. For the purposes of the course, international organization will be defined broadly to encompass formal intergovernmental and nongovernmental organizations as well as less formal institutional arrangements. The course will focus on the contemporary debate between rationalist and constructivist theoretical approaches to analyzing international organization. These perspectives will be employed to study the role of international organizations in the areas of international security and international political economy. Topics to be covered include democracy and international organizations, culture and international organizations, bargaining in international organizations, political and economic integration, NGOs and global civil society, and the future of global governance. International Relations This class aims to explore the various aspects of the international relations. By reading basic articles of the international relations study, the students can get the basic knowledge of the field. Economic Integration in Europe This course is aimed at enhancing participants' basic understanding of the process of economic and monetary integration of Europe and also at providing insights into the economic rationale of such integration processes. The lecture series cover the main economic aspects of the current development of the European Union and its policies including EMU and the Euro. It will touch on the institutional, political and historical background of European integration, though its main focus will be on the economic analyses of the policies and prospects for the European Union. International Negotiation and Conflict Management This is an introduction to practical conflict resolution law. Problems exist everywhere in today's global world: in the company, between governments, in the tribunals. We need good negotiators to solve them. This course is geared to assist those students who aspire to become professional dealmakers working for peaceful resolution of disputes. * Please note that the students may also choose from an additional 150 classes available and exclusively operated by GSIAS office. 24 Program Information

27 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS 4. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES A. FIELD TRIPS (SITES MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE) a. Practicum in Korean Society and Culture - Cultural Sites: Examples Korean Folk Village, Yoo s Family Experience (Bukchon Village), Independence Memorial Hall of Korea in Cheonan, DMZ, etc. b. Practicum in Development - Industrial Sites: Examples - Suwon Samsung Electronics, POSCO, Hyundai Motor, Hyundai Shipbuilding, SK Ulsan Oil, Daejeon Science Park etc. B. EVENTS - Welcome Ceremony and Orientation - Final Evaluation Workshop (Last semester) - Athletic Meeting (Fall semester) - Climbing Competition (Spring semester) - International Food Festival - Regular Meeting with Professors - Host Family Program - Farewell Ceremony Program Information 25

28 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS 5. KOICA-HUFS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM REGULATIONS 1) All KOICA-HUFS students should reside in the Dormitory of the University. - Students have to share the room with other students (Room types for 2 people or 3 people) - Inner Images of Dormitory 26 Program Information

29 PART IV. PROGRAM CONTENTS 2) Students who received a grade of F cannot retake the course again. 3) Medical Checkup - KOICA will implement a medical check-up after each participant s arrival in Seoul to assure their health condition. - After the medical check-up, KOICA will finally and officially accept each participant as a KOICA trainee for the program. 4) Other Regulations If the participant violates any of the following rules during his or her stay in Korea, the participant s status as a KOICA program participant will be suspended. Participants are required: - to follow the training program to the best of their ability and abide by the rules of the training institute - to maintain the grade at the level required by the school for the scholarship students - to refrain from engaging in political activities, or any form of employment for profit or gain - to return to their home country upon completion of their training program - not to extend the length of their training program or stay for personal convenience - not to bring family members (dependents) to Korea or country of training - to accept that the Korean Government is not liable for any damage or loss of their personal property - to accept that the Korean Government will not assume any responsibility for illness, injury, or death arising from extracurricular activities, willful misconduct, or undisclosed pre-existing medical conditions - to carry out such instructions and abide by such conditions as may be stipulated by the Korean Government in respect to the training program Program Information 27

30 PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE Part V TRAINING INSTITUTE 1. GENERAL INFORMAION The Graduate School of International and Area Studies was established in 1996 for the purpose of cultivating area specialists equipped with research capability and linguistic competence in regional languages and English, well prepared to excel in the fields of trade, diplomacy, politics, economy, society and culture, and international organizations. - GSIAS is an area-specific graduate school which offers the most diverse programs of any university in Korea across the whole range of social science disciplines: political science, economics, and the social and cultural aspects of all reasons of the world. - GSIAS has an experienced corps of Korean professors proficient in regional languages combined with expert knowledge in the social sciences. It also has a number of full-time professors who are native speakers of regional languages. - GSIAS produces graduates equipped with practical linguistic competence combined with area-specific knowledge through enrollment in a variety of elective courses. - GSIAS offers multidisciplinary studies across the range of the social sciences focused on area specialization. 28 Program Information

31 PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE 2. GSIAS PROGRAM Classification Department Masters Korean Studies / Chinese Studies / Japanese Studies / South & Southeast Asian Studies / Russian & CIS Studies / European Union Studies / North American Studies / Middle East & African Studies / International Development Studies / HUFS-UPEACE Dual Degree Program Doctorate Korean Studies / International Area Studies(Chinese Studies, Japanese Studies, South & Southeast Asian Studies, Russian & CIS Studies, European Union Studies, North American Studies, Middle East & African Studies)/ International Relations(International Politics, International Trade and Commerce, Comparative Socio-Cultural Studies) Program Information 29

32 PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE 3. OTHER INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS 1) Campus Facilities You will receive a student ID card which will allow you access to various oncampus facilities when you arrive on campus, you need to visit our Center for International Students (CIS) to pick up your ID card. There is no fee for the card. Computer & Internet Access Wireless connections are available at a number of locations around campus. Building Computer Lab International Building 1F, 102 (Weekdays: 9:00~23:00, Weekend: 9:00~22:00) Major Computer Labs The library and the Media Center will be among the most useful to international students because there are computers equipped with keyboards in many languages, e.g. Russian, Chinese, Japanese, Arabic, French, German, Spanish, etc. Students can use their own laptops to connect to the Internet on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd floors of the main library and in the on-campus dorm rooms. Desktop 30 Program Information

33 PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE computers with high-speed broadband internet access are available at the main library on floors 3 and 4 and in the computer labs. (Weekdays: 9:00~21:00, Weekend: 9:00~17:00) Viewing DVD, CD & VIDEO Materials Audio-visual Education/Media Center 1st floor Media Center 7 days/week 9:00-23:00 3rd floor DVD/Video check-out center Mon-Fri 9:00-23:00, Sat 9:00-13:00, Sun Closed *NOTE: There is no drop-off point for videos, DVDs or books. You must personally return the borrowed materials at the counter, during regular opening hours. Main University Library At the main library, International students and faculty have access to books in a number of languages as well as current and past issues of newspapers and academic journals. Books, newspapers and journals can be consulted in the library Monday-Friday, 9:00-17:00. Electronic access to the library system and to many journals using your HUFS ID is available 24 hours a day. Both Korean and English versions of the library homepage are available. Access hours to library study rooms: Basement 06:00-24:00 4th floor 1 reading room (air-conditioned) Open 24 hours 2 reading rooms (air-conditioned) 06:00-23:00 5th & 6th floors (air-conditioned) 06:00-23:00 All students must reserve a seat in the library and the system applies every day. Insert ID card into the bar code reader--the monitor will display the numbered seats. Students can select an available number to reserve a seat. The reservation is valid for 4 hours and can be renewed an hour before it expires. (Renewal allowed 3 times a day) *NOTE: There are no DROP BOXES at the library. Borrowed materials must be returned on the 2nd floor personally during opening hours. Program Information 31

34 PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE On-Campus Cafeterias There are several on-campus dining options for you while you are studying at our university. A meal plan is not available but you can purchase a pack of meal coupons at reasonable prices at these locations: Student cafeteria (1st floor, Humanities Building) Price Range KRW 1,800-2,500 Monday through Friday 08:00-18:40, Saturday 10:00-14:00 Dormitory cafeteria (1st floor, Dormitory Building) 7 days 08:00-19:00 Price Range KRW 2,200-2,500 Faculty cafeteria (2nd floor, Faculty Office Building II) Monday to Friday 11:00-14:00 Price KRW 4,500 Sky Lounge (13nd floor, Main Building) Monday to Friday 11:30-14:00, 17:00~19:00 Price KRW 10,000~20,000 Fitness Center Student Hall I and Dormitory B1, The Globee Fitness Center is open to all HUFS students free of charge. You should bring your ID card to use this facility. If you want to rent a locker, a monthly fee of KRW 5,000 will be charged. This fitness center is open from 7:30 am to 9:00 pm Monday through Friday and from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturdays. 32 Program Information

35 PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE Post Office Location: F1 level of the Humanities Building Service: General mailing services including mail, parcel, registration, domestic/international EMS, and certain banking services. Business Hours: Weekdays 9:00~17:00 For more information, visit [ ] Convenience Store Family Mart - Location: Student Hall I and Dormitory 1F - Sale: Drinks, food, other commodities - Business hours: 7:00~23:30 Program Information 33

36 PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE 2) Health & Insurance We provide international students with quality medical service through our oncampus Heath Care Center located on the 2nd floor of Dormitory building. This center is open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. (Lunch hour: 12:00-1:00) Exchange students are responsible for the cost of treatment during their stay here in Korea should any medical emergencies arise. You must therefore have medical insurance coverage as a requirement and verify that the insurance policy you carry covers hospitalization and medical care occurring during international travel and sojourns, as well as repatriation to your home country in case of medical emergency. If you arrive here without having any medical insurance, you will be enrolled in HUFS International Student Medical Insurance plan and billed for the fee. Questions about enrolling in HUFS International Student Medical Insurance plan may be directed to our Center for International Students located on the 1st floor at Faculty Office Building II, Mr. Lee Young-jae, or [email protected]. 3) Bank and Money Exchange Woori Bank ( ) is located on the first floor of the Faculty Office Building Ⅱ. The business hours are from 9:30am to 4:30pm. Monday through Friday and close on weekends and holidays. Considering the easy access around campus, you may find it convenient to open an account with Woori Bank. There are several ATM machines managed by Woori Bank on campus. There are also many Korean and international banks off-campus and downtown Seoul. GLOBAL ATM is available at the on-campus Woori Bank, and the ATM at the lobby of the several buildings (Graduate Building, Student Hall and Dormitory, Humanities Building). For your information, service fees are charged when you use ATMs of different banks, or if you use the ATM outside of bank business hours. 34 Program Information

37 PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE Foreign currency and traveler checks can be exchanged into Korean currency (won) in banks at the airport, foreign exchange banks, and other authorized money exchange places including the on-campus Woori Bank. For more information on Woori bank, please visit their website at 4) Life in Seoul Cost of Living As a guide, you will need between KRW 10,000,000 and KRW 12,000,000 per year (12 months) to pay for accommodation, food, transport, books, clothing, health services, entertainment, etc., but this can vary according to individual circumstances. A room in a shard house/accommodation, not including food, can cost between KRW 350,000 and KRW 450,000 per month. Transportation We advise you to get a public transportation card. The transportation card saves 100 Won on each ride and it can also be used to transfer between the subway and a bus. The basic fare is 900 Won, and if you make a transfer from the bus to the subway or vice versa within an hour, you don t have to pay twice for the use of different modes of transportation. The fare adds up according to the distance covered. You will probably need a minimum of about 50,000 Won per month for transportation costs, depending on how often you leave the campus. Cell Phone If you want to use a cell phone in Korea, you should plan on spending at least 50,000 Won (about US$45) for that. Having a cell-phone is useful for safety reasons, but it is also extremely convenient when you want to coordinate with your roommates or friends. Here in Korea, nearly everyone over the age of 10 or 11 (sometimes younger) has a cell-phone to stay in constant communication with their family and friends and it has become part of the Korean lifestyle. Internet Access If you already own a laptop, you will probably find it convenient to bring it, but if not, you can use one of the computer labs on campus. There are many available on campus and of course, they are free and all are equipped with high-speed Program Information 35

38 PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE broadband service. As an exchange student you will get a HUFS ID card which will give you access to all the computer facilities on campus. Useful Websites Seoul Global Center Hi, Seoul, Soul of Asia Korea Net, Gateway to Korea Korea Sparkling, Korea Tourism Organization 5) Emergency Contact Information a. Emergency Safety Guideline Please abide by the following instructions: - Keep in close contact with the GSIAS - Update your contact information (cell-phone number) - Personal Counseling: Consult with the GSIAS any difficulty you may be facing due to cultural differences - Alert the GSIAS whenever you plan to travel away from Seoul, and whenever you return. - Contact your families and friends at home who may be concerned or worried about you. - Register at your embassy/consulate in Korea Phone, fax or the nearest Consulate or Embassy and let them know of your presence here in Korea. - Take the emergency card with you wherever you go, it will come in handy in emergencies. - Avoid political demonstrations, large crowds and gatherings. Please be careful when participating in anti-war or other political demonstrations. You are recommended against participating in such activities. - Avoid interacting with unknown groups Please think again when accepting an invitation from an unknown group of people. They might introduce themselves as Taekwondo, or Korean cultural group when they are in fact members of a cult. - GSIAS Contact Information in case of emergencies 36 Program Information

39 PART V. TRAINING INSTITUTE b. Emergency Contact Information Emergency call - Police Fire and Ambulance Medical Emergency 1339 * Area code is not needed. Operator Assistance - Directory Assistance (local) Directory Assistance (long distance) (city code) International Dialing Information International Operator Program Information 37

40 PART VI. SUPPORT SERVICE Part VI SUPPORT SERVICE 1. TRAVEL TO KOREA KOICA arranges and pays for the participant to travel to and from Korea. The participant is to travel by the most direct route between Incheon International airport and a main international airport in the participant s home country. KOICA will cover an economy class, round-trip airfare. If a participant wants to change the flight itineraries, he or she should pay the additional fare, wherever applicable. The participant is responsible for the issuance of a visa necessary for this Scholarship Program. If a participant accompanies or invites family members, he or she must be responsible for all the relevant costs and other necessary administrative measures (please refer to the 4. Accompanying or Inviting Family section of Part 7. Regulations). 2. EXPENSES FOR STUDY AND LIVING The following expenses will be covered by KOICA during the participant s stay in Korea. - Tuition fee - Accommodation (mainly the dormitory of a training institute) - Living allowance : KRW 17,000 per day (subject to change) - Meals : in kind or cash equivalent KRW 21,600 per day (subject to change) - Sundry Expenses : KOICA provides an allowance for sundry expenses incurred between the times of entry into and departure from Korea (visa fee, taxi fare, passenger service charge, etc.) The allowance per participant will be KRW 200,000. Stop-over Allowance, Local Transportation expenses 38 Program Information

41 PART VI. SUPPORT SERVICE - Textbook and materials : KRW 800,000 (once for all) - Study visit & field trip, etc. during the program - A medical checkup after arrival - Overseas travel insurance, etc. In addition, participants may be invited to a special event organized by KOICA with the aim of promoting friendship among each other and understanding about Korea during the program. 3. INSURANCE During the program participants will be covered by the overseas travelers health insurance. The insurance covers expenses for medical treatment and hospital care caused by diseases or accidents within the scope and limit of insurance coverage. Participants should first pay by themselves and will then be reimbursed for the expenses later, on the condition that the case falls under the coverage of the insurance. The Insured persons are also responsible for deductibles. Limits of Coverage (subject to change) - Death or Permanent Disability by Accident : KRW 100 million - Medical Expenses by Accident : KRW 10 million - Death by Diseases : KRW 50 million - Liability : KRW 10 million - Loss of Personal Effects : KRW 1 million - Airplane Hijacking : KRW 1.4 million * US$1= approx. KRW 1,142 (as of January 2011) Main Scope of Coverage - Death or Permanent Disability by Accident & Death by Disease: The insurance shall pay the insurance money up to the above limit. - Medical Expenses by Disease and Accident: The insurance shall cover the medical expenses at actual cost within the limit of the medical insurance subscription amount per case (for details, refer to the insurance policy) Program Information 39

42 PART VI. SUPPORT SERVICE - Medical checkup at the participant s option and the fee for a medical certificate and diseases caused by pre-existing medical conditions, etc. are not covered by the insurance. Please Note The following are NOT covered by the Overseas Travel Accident Insurance policy. - Medical treatments for pre-existing illnesses. - Medical treatments related to, or resulting from, pregnancy or childbirth. - Expenses for dental bridgework or cosmetic surgery. - Brain disease or mental illness. - Immunization or routine medical examinations and vaccinations. - Medical treatment for illness or injury caused by willful misconduct. Deductibles (Insured persons are responsible for deductibles, as described below) - Maximum Coverage Limit per Day Outpatient services: 250,000 won Medicine: 50,000 won - Deductible per day (outpatient) Clinic: 10,000 won Hospital: 15,000 won University hospital, level 3 hospital: 20,000 won - Deductible per day (medicine): 8,000 won - Dentistry and Oriental (Chinese) medicine: Uninsured items and prosthetic dentistry - Hospital treatment The beneficiary is responsible for 10% of the costs. - Orthopedics - Equipment and consumables (e.g., wristbands and cast shoes) - Fees for the issuing of certificates - In the case of uninsured items and material costs, a detailed statement must be submitted 40 Program Information

43 PART VI. SUPPORT SERVICE - Receipts from medical institutions or pharmacies must be submitted. Credit card receipts will not be accepted ADDITIONAL INSURANCE If a participant would like to supplement the insurance policy provided by KOICA, he/she is eligible to obtain additional insurance, at their own expense, for incidents and disease not covered by the KOICA policy. The additional insurance is an optional insurance that provides greater coverage and utilizes a different payment system. The additional insurance is provided by the National Health Insurance Cooperation ( and is a policy independent from the policy provided by KOICA. Program Information 41

44 PART VII. REGULATIONS Part VII REGULATIONS 1. PARTICIPANT S RESPONSIBILITES Participants are required: - To take up the scholarship in the academic year for which it is offered (deferral is not allowed) - To follow the training program to the best of their ability and abide by the rules of the training institute and KOICA - To reside in the accommodation designated by the training institute for the duration of the course except for holidays or temporary leave - To maintain an appropriate study load and achieve satisfactory academic progress for the course. If the participant fails to attain certain grades required by the university, his or her status as a KOICA program participant may be suspended - To participate in all activities associated with the approved course of study including all lectures and tutorials, submit all work required for the course and sit for examinations unless approved otherwise by the training institute in advance - To notify the training institute in advance and get an approval for temporary leave - To advise KOICA and the training institute of any personal or family circumstances such as health problems or family problems which may seriously affect their study - To refrain from engaging in political activities or any form of employment for profit or gain - To agree to KOICA collecting information concerning them and passing that information onto other relevant parties, if necessary - To return to their home country upon completion of their training program - Not to extend the length of their training program or stay for personal convenience; neither KOICA nor the university will provide any assistance and be responsible for an extension of their stay - To either return to their original job post or remain employed in a field related to their degree for at least 3 years. 42 Program Information

45 PART VII. REGULATIONS - To recommend not to purchase personal vehicles with their allowances provided by KOICA due to safety concerns and concentration on their studies. 2. WITHDRAWALS - In principle, a participant is not allowed to withdraw from the course at his or her own option once the course starts. - A participant may withdraw with valid personal or relating to issues from one s home country (such as health or work issues) when acceptable to KOICA. In this case, he/she is not allowed to re-apply for KOICA s scholarship program for the next two years after the withdrawal. - If a participant fails to attain certain grades required by the training institute, he or she may be forced to withdraw and return home upon withdrawal. In this case, he/she is not allowed to re-apply for KOICA s scholarship program. - The participant who withdraws must return to the training institute the living allowance he or she has already received for the remaining period from the date of departure from Korea. 3. TEMPORARY LEAVE - Participants can have temporary leave within 15 days in a year (to the participants home country or for a trip abroad) on the condition that the trip does not affect their schoolwork and as long as they notify the university in advance. - KOICA and the university do not pay airfare for the trip. If the trip exceeds 15 days in a year, KOICA will not pay the living allowance for the absent days which exceed 15 days. - If the participant is found to have made an unreported temporary visit to his or her home country or traveled to other countries or made a trip despite the university s disapproval, his or her living allowance will be suspended (from the day of departure to the day of return). Program Information 43

46 PART VII. REGULATIONS 4. ACCOMPANYING OR INVITING FAMILY - As KOICA Scholarship Program is a very intensive program which requires full commitment to and concentrated effort for study, participants are recommended not to bring any family members. - KOICA does not provide any financial or other administrative support for the dependents of the participants. - Participants may bring or invite family members but they must cover all the relevant expenses such as airfare, accommodation, living cost, visa fee, insurance, etc, of their family. The safety and security of their family is also the participant's responsibility. - KOICA pays the accommodation cost on the condition that participants live in a dormitory. If a participant invites family and lives outside of dormitory with family under the permission of the training institute, KOICA doesn t provide accommodation cost for the participant. 5. OTHERS - KOICA will assume any responsibility only within the limit and scope of the insurance for participants. - KOICA is not liable for any damage or loss of the participant s personal property. - KOICA will not assume any responsibility for illness, injury, or death of the participants arising from extracurricular activities, willful misconduct, or undisclosed pre-existing medical conditions. - If the participants break any of the rules of KOICA and the training institute during their stay in Korea, their status as a KOICA program participant may be suspended. 44 Program Information

47 PART VIII. ALLOWANCES AND EXPENSES Part VIII Allowances and Expenses A. ALLOWANCES Living Allowance (Daily Subsistence Allowance): 17,000 won per day. * Living Allowance will not be provided in case participants have temporal leave (to home country or a trip abroad) over 15 days. Meal Allowance: About 21,600 won per day Participants can use many on-campus cafeterias at inexpensive prices. B. SUNDRY EXPENSES KOICA provides an allowance for sundry expenses incurred between the times of entry into and departure from Korea (visa fee, taxi fare, passenger service charge, etc.) The allowance per participant will be 200,000 won. Stop-over allowance, local transportation expenses (Air only) C. OTHER EXPENSES KOICA WILL BEAR FOR PARTICIPANTS A normal economy class round-trip air ticket between Seoul and international airport (Incheon) designated by KOICA Textbook & Material Medical Checkup GSP Dormitory charge Medical insurance for participants to cover medical treatment during their stay in Korea (Costs related to pre-existing illness, pregnancy and dental treatment are not included) Tuition fee of regular program *Note: Each participant is advised to maintain some pocket money of their own for incidental expenses that might be incurred during his or her trip to Korea. Since banks are closed on every weekend, participants who arrive on the weekend should exchange money at the airport. Program Information 45

48 PART IX. CONTACT INFORMATION Part IX CONTACT INFORMATION Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) Program Manager: Ms. Yae Ni LEE Phone: Fax: Home page: Program Coordinator: Ms. Hoomi LEE Phone: Fax: Graduate School of International and Area Studies (GSIAS), Hankuk University of Foreign Studies Training Coordinator: Ms. Kyung-Eun LEE Phone: Fax: Home page: Address: 270 Imun-dong, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, , Korea 46 Program Information

49 APPENDIX 1. HOW TO JOIN THE KOICA COMMUNITY Appendix 1. HOW TO JOIN THE KOICA COMMUNITY The KOICA Alumni Community ( KOICA offers you a chance to meet other participants of our training programs online. We are all friends here. Share your memories, experiences and feelings. Please join now! The door to the KOICA Alumni Community is open to everyone. The KOICA Alumni Community is an online extension of the relationship and friendship formed between former and present participants. By becoming a member of the KOICA Alumni Community, you can stay in touch with your former classmates and be informed of what is happening at KOICA and the center. The Community allows alumni to update their personal information and search for other alumni in an online directory. Program Information 47

50 APPENDIX 2. STORY ABOUT KOREA & KOICA Appendix 2. < Story about Korea & KOICA > We hope you had an interesting, unique and impressive experience adjusting to Korean life and participating in the program. You were probably excited about coming to a new country, meeting new people and starting your program. However, if this was your first time in Korea, you might have experienced some culture shock while you stayed in Korea. Perhaps you found that many social customs, culture, religion, ways of doing things, and the way things work were different from what you were used to at home. ["Culture shock" describes the emotional upheaval many people experience when they move to a country with a different culture from what they are used to.] During your stay in Korea you might have noticed many differences, which may have caused you inconvenience or perhaps were just interesting to you. For example; people may dress and think differently, and the behavior of men and women towards each other may be different. In this regard, we would love to hear your story. Please share your memories, experiences and feelings with us. Any stories would be welcome. Your story helps us better understand what is interesting, unique and impressive about Korea & KOICA's training program to you. We will help our society have a better understanding of people from other countries through the publication of your story. us your story & photo to [email protected] your contributions may be published in a KOICA publication 48 Program Information

51 APPENDIX 2. STORY ABOUT KOREA & KOICA Name Country Course Title Program Information 49

52 APPENDIX 3. HOW TO GET TO THE ICC Appendix 3. HOW TO GET TO THE ICC Ÿ Route: Incheon International Airport Korea City Airport, Logis & Terminal (CALT) International Cooperation Center (ICC) Ÿ Arrival at Incheon International Airport ( Flow: Fill out Arrival Card (or Immigration Card), Customs Declaration Form, Quarantine Questionnaire (on board) Quarantine including animals and plants (on 2nd Floor) Present your Arrival Card, Passport and other necessary document to Passport Control Claim baggage on 1st Floor Customs Clearance Pass an Arrival Gate Go to the KOICA Counter, which is located between Exit 1~2 50 Program Information

53 APPENDIX 3. HOW TO GET TO THE ICC Ÿ KOICA Counter at Inchon airport Location : Next to Exit 1 on the 1st floor (No.9-10) Tel. : Mobile : 82-(0) Contact : Ms. Jin-Young YOON - After passing through Customs Declaration, please go to the KOICA Counter (located between exit 1~2) at Incheon Airport. At the KOICA Counter, you can get detailed information about how to get to International Cooperation Center (ICC) and purchase limousine bus ticket for City Airport, Logis & Travel (CALT). - All the KOICA staff at the Incheon Airport wears nametags or has signs for indication. If you cannot meet the KOICA staff at the counter, please purchase a limousine bus ticket from the bus ticket counter (located on the 1 st Floor), and go to CALT Bus Stop No. 4A (or 10B). Please find the bus number 6103 and present your ticket to the bus driver. From Incheon Airport to CALT, the approximate time for travel will be between 70 to 90 minutes. When you arrive at CALT, you will find another KOICA staff who will help you reach the ICC. KOICA will reimburse the limousine bus fare when you arrive at ICC. Also, please be aware that there may be illegal taxis at the airport. Even if they approach you first, please do not take illegal taxis and check to see if they are KOICA staff. Program Information 51

54 APPENDIX 3. HOW TO GET TO THE ICC Ÿ KOICA Counter at CALT airport Location : Lounge on the 1st floor of CALT airport Mobile : 82-(0) If the limousine bus is not available due to your early or late arrival from 22:00 to 05:30. - Please contact the ICC reception desk (Tel / English announcement service is available 24 hours daily) - The staff at the ICC reception desk will let you know how to use a taxi. The taxi fare from the airport to ICC is normally 90,000 Won. KOICA won't reimburse the taxi fare if you use a taxi during the hours of 05: 30 ~ 22:00. Ÿ From Incheon International Airport to the ICC through CALT - Take a City Air limousine bus at bus stop No.4A on the 1 st Floor. Buses run every 10~15 minutes between the hours of 5:30 and 22:00. - Meet the KOICA staff at the lounge on the 1 st Floor of CALT upon arrival. - Take a car arranged by the KOICA staff to the ICC (Expected time: 20 minutes) 52 Program Information

55 "Please remember to read the Participants' Guidebook. It is available from the Korean Embassy or KOICA Overseas Office in your country and provides valuable information regarding KOICA programs, allowances, expenses, regulations, preparations for departure and etc."