Leadership & Public Policy Programs
Designed for senior executives and those who aspire to become the next generation of leaders to better serve society.
About LAPP
The HKUST Leadership and Public Policy Programs are designed for senior executives and those who aspire to become the next generation of leaders to better serve society.
Our programs aim to provide a new generation of globally minded leaders in government, corporate and nonprofit sectors with the context and analytical tools they need to tackle the most pressing issues in public policy. Participants will learn the latest research and thinking on public issues and participate in rigorous and interactive sessions on ways to address leadership issues.
Programs run in flexible formats — themed series of weekly one-day programs, week-long programs, public forums, and small seminars — and are offered as both open-enrolment and customized programs.
Professor Pengyu ZHU & Professor Donald LOW,
Co-Director, Leadership and Public Policy Executive Education
Evidence-based methodology
Underpinned by research findings from faculty and partners rather than general management frameworks.
International partners
Programs designed and delivered with institutions such as the University of Oxford, Smith College, and experts from around the world.
Cases from HK, China & beyond
Analytical framework combined with specific cases from Hong Kong, mainland China, the region, and the world.
Our Programs
Our executive education programs consist of thematic series of small seminars to enable deep and candid discussions in an intimate setting — emphasising critical thinking, analytical frameworks, comparative perspectives, and evidence-based approaches to policy issues.
Open Enrolment Programs
A platform for in-depth discussion of various concerns and hot policy issues faced by government, market and society in the public domain — delivered as thematic series of small seminars, public lectures, or open forums. Applications are accepted on a rolling, space-available basis.
Customized Programs
LAPP designs and delivers customized programs that address organizations' specific needs and unique business or policy challenges. Structure and duration vary by the organization's requirements; LAPP provides professional advice on program objectives, learning methodologies, and outcomes, with post-program evaluation for future refinement.
Areas we cover
Featured lectures
& dialogues
Admissions
Each LAPP Executive Education program has its own admissions criteria, application deadline, and tuition fee requirement. Qualified applicants are admitted on a rolling, space-available basis.
Program Administration
Each LAPP Executive Education program has its own admissions criteria, application deadline, and tuition fee requirement. Please visit the respective program page to learn more about the admissions process for the program of your choice.
The Admission Committee selects a class that maintains balanced representation of participants' experience, the scope of their current responsibilities, and the type of organizations they work for.
Requirements
There are no formal educational requirements for admission, but:
- English fluency in both written and spoken form is mandatory.
- At least 8 years of post-college working experience is expected of all program participants.
Fees
Details on what is covered by the program's tuition fee are listed in the admission page for individual programs. Payment will not be charged until you are accepted by a program.
Payment is due upon receipt of invoice. We accept payment by cheque or by wire transfer. If we do not receive your payment two weeks before the commencement date of the program, your admission status will be revoked.
Withdrawal & Cancellation Policy
Withdrawal requests must be sent in writing to the LAPP Director.
- 50% refund for cancellation received in writing at least 4 weeks prior to commencement.
- No refund for withdrawal requests less than 2 weeks before commencement.
- Full refund of tuition if HKUST cancels the program (travel/accommodation not covered).
LAPP reserves the right to make any amendments to the program without prior notice.
Ready to apply?
For admissions and program enquiries, reach out to the LAPP office. We welcome thorough discussions about your needs and our offerings.
Or visit our contact page for other enquiries.