Development of Creative Civil Servants for a Knowledge-Based Society: the Case of South Korea

Authors

  • Young Je Yoo President of the Central Officials Training Institute (COTI); and Professor at Seoul National University

Abstract

Human resources development is a crucial factor among the many that have contributed to the national development of South Korea. As the premier public sector training institute in Korea responsible for enhancing the capabilities of public sector executives, COTI needs to provide appropriate education programs to cope with rapid changes in the global environment. As policymaking is a knowledge creation activity, critical thinking and creativity are fundamental to building government officials’ competence. This article presents author’s experience and thoughts, as the COTI’s president, about the education for civil servants in Korea with a focus on the development of critical thinking and creativity.

Author Biography

Young Je Yoo, President of the Central Officials Training Institute (COTI); and Professor at Seoul National University

Dr Je You was previously Vice Chancellor for Admissions in Seoul National University and Director of Bio-Max Institute, a biotechnology research center based in Seoul National University. He also serves as a President of scientific organizations such as Scientists and Engineers without Borders and the Korea Bio-Economy Forum.

Published

2016-06-01

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Articles