#SPPGClassof2021Two Call for applications
You are tired of the status quo, you’ve protested, advocated and you want to run for office or serve in government in 2023 or sometime in the future. The reality is that fixing Nigeria is rocket science. There are no easy answers or shortcuts, you may have good intentions, a passion to serve and to do what is right but without competence, capacity and character you will fail just like those before you.
To apply
Step 1: Visit thesppg.org/apply
Step 2: Click on Apply, fill the Application Form.
Step 3: Upload Relevant Documents, Submit your application.
Step 4: Wait to get a confirmation email with the details on how to make an application fee payment.
Step 5: Make Payment.
Step 6: Follow up on your referees to ensure they have sent your reference letters to the School.
Step 7: Wait for a decision from the School.
The entire application process will be conducted online, including the submission of all required documents. Applications to the program are assessed by the SPPG Admissions Committee using a strict set of criteria (i.e. applicant’s prior academic performance, professional background, quality of the statement of purpose and references)
SPPG is open to Citizens that aspire to become leaders in society. Admission to the SPPG is highly competitive and merit-based. Ideal candidates are committed to public leadership.
Applicants must show strong academic attainments such as a Bachelor of Arts, Science, or Higher National Diploma. Applicants are expected to demonstrate thought leadership with a track record of academic excellence and public service in any sphere, sector, or community. Demonstrable successful execution of projects will be of added value.
What you need to apply:
Applicants are required to upload the following to the online application portal:
Personal Statement (Maximum – 750 words)
Curriculum Vitae (Maximum – 2 pages)
Details of 2 recommenders (people who have known you for a minimum of 6 months and can vouch for your character and suitability for this program)
N10,000 Application fee.
Application Deadline
Class 2 Application dates: June 8 – July 17 25, 2021 (All Recommendations and payment must be received by July 25 31).
Incomplete applications (applications without recommendation letters) will be disqualified.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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PRESS STATEMENT ON APPLICATIONS TO SPPG PIONEER CLASS OF 2021
The School of Politics, Policy, and Governance is delighted to announce that despite the stringent criteria for applicants and a two-week application window to ensure the commencement of classes by March 1st, 2021, its first call for applications to the Pioneer Class of 2021 exceeded its projections in numbers and the quality of the applications by over 300%, presenting a welcome challenge for assessors and selectors.
In what can be described as a remarkable demonstration of single-mindedness by all the applicants to be active participants in disruptive change in the practice of Politics and Governance, over 700 applications were received. Furthermore, the data from the admissions review process shows that applicants strived to meet the deadline, including providing essential documents such as the mandatory recommendation letters.
SPPG acknowledges this commitment on the part of the applicants and has in recognition extended our admissions review period by one week (7 days) to ensure that all 721 applications received are duly processed. As a consequence, all successful applicants to the SPPG Certificate in Public Leadership and Policy Programme will now be notified of the final status of their applications between February 9th and February 15th, 2021. We regret any inconveniences caused by this extension and reiterate our commitment to commencement on March 1st, 2021.
We look forward to welcoming our Pioneer Class of 2021!
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