Long international training course (Cil)

The Long international training course (‘’Cil’’ in French for ‘’Cycle international long’’) is aimed at:

• new civil servants from foreign public administrations in responsible positions and with clear potential for development and influence
• or those in the early stages of their professional career who intend to pursue a career in the public service of their country

• you are not a French citizen or about to acquire French nationality

• a Master's degree or equivalent qualification is strongly recommended

• you have an excellent command of the French language both orally and in writing
• you have a good command of English

• you dispose of monthly resources of at least € 1,800 to cover the cost of living in France (scholarships included, if applicable), excluding other personal expenses

The main topics covered in this training course are: 

• drafting, implementation and evaluation of public policies
• public transformation and innovation
• the green transition
• human resources management, leadership and negotiation
• public economy and finances
• territorial issues
• European and international affairs

These courses are taught alongside French students following the current initial training programme.

• an initial phase allowing students to update their knowledge of contemporary France and its challenges, as well as on the functioning of the French administration
• a phase of shared courses with students selected through entrance exams

in a public organisation chosen according to the student's career plans (central or decentralised administration, state operator, international organisation).

Training at INSP is free of charge.

Living costs are approximately €1 800 per month. It’s the student’s responsibility to meet these costs.

A scholarship from the French government can be requested from the French Embassy. It can also be sought from a national or international, public, or private institution, or from the candidate’s sponsoring government.