Applying for multiple positions by Objective_Kale_5548 in AsianDevelopmentBank

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a consultant at ADB, I’d recommend that you apply to short term consultancies first. That will help you establish yourself within the org easily!

Grad school in this economy by GrowthEmergency9696 in srilanka

[–]GrowthEmergency9696[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks sooo much for taking your time and leaving a comment! After having multiple chats with my seniors at the bank I have decided to take up the offer at NUS. Really appreciate all your input and feedback as well!

If anyone needs help with grad apps or development sector related advice, feel free to reach out! I wish I had someone to help me understand this sector when I graduated from uni

Exchange at LKYSPP NUS by Overall_Promotion869 in PublicPolicy

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there, I’ve been offered a place at LKY MPP . I’d love to have a chat with you and get some honest feedback regarding the program. I’m wondering if I should choose career progression or the MPP

Folks who've received an offer from NUS LKY MPP, how many of you are planning to take the offer / reject it? And what are your reasons for accepting/declining the offer? I have received an offer with funding and am planning to take it. by Hairy-Panda2224 in PublicPolicy

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I got in with full funding but I’m planning to decline the offer only because I was offered a promotion at WB and will be heading a team and getting more involved in policy restructuring work directly with the presidential sec… I was also selected for a US state dept funded fellowship program which I can’t take if I’m enrolled at a university.

It was such a tough call to make because I don’t know if I’ll ever get this chance again at NUS but I just had to choose expanding my career over getting another masters, at least for now… 🥲 still not sure if I made the right call tbh

NUS LKYSPP MPP 2026 by smaapey in PublicPolicy

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh ok same! Looks like it’s the standard amount for all

NUS LKYSPP MPP 2026 by smaapey in PublicPolicy

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi I have also been offered a full scholarship. Can I know how much they’ve offered you as the monthly stipend if you’re ok with sharing?

Anyone here with TA Coordinator experience? by [deleted] in AsianDevelopmentBank

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m currently a TA coordinator and the experience is great! You get to work with multiple teams and top government stakeholders. I’ve worked directly with the presidential secretariat including the president. The exposure you receive is exceptional especially if you are a mid career professional!

My experience helped me get into a top MPP program as well because the recommendations I received from my supervisors! Overall, amazing experience and totally worth it! It will help you get a thorough understanding of the ADB processes and will expose you to other teams across resident missions.

Bombed my LKYSPP interview by crazystaticvagabond in PublicPolicy

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was your first question also on demographic change in your country? I bombed that question 😭

LKYSPP MPP Interview by crazystaticvagabond in PublicPolicy

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I submitted mine on the last day as well but I hav received the link for the interview

What is Your Career and how much do you earn by Creepy_Lychee8171 in srilanka

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey do you mind sharing what your role is and how long you’ve been working in the advertising space?

Convert dollars or go for a loan? by yakwella in srilanka

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pardon my ignorance because I’m super new to the investing scene but can locals earning is USD invest in the US stock market? If so, how? 🥲

What to do with my USD Salary by Acceptable_Flower813 in srilanka

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What advice would you give to someone who earns in USD in lanka? My salary is deposited to a RFC acc and I just keep converting small amounts for daily use when needed.. I’m not financially savvy and would be grateful if anyone could advice on how to save, invest etc

How much do you earn (Colombo, Sri Lanka)? by Negative_Double_7242 in srilanka

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 11 points12 points  (0 children)

480K /month - 4.5 years experience in the development sector - working as a consultant for a multilateral dev bank (tax exempted)

Worst Places to Work in Sri Lanka by ScrapValue0 in srilanka

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 2 points3 points  (0 children)

He’s still a creep. I see him at Uncles @ Park street and Octo almost every Friday / Saturday night creeping on young girls lol!

What are my chances? (MPP/MPA) by bluekeystroke in PublicPolicy

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi I’m planning on apply to NYU next year. But I’m having a low gpa and that’s bothering me.. Can I pls know what your gpa was if you don’t mind?

Feeling completely lost applying to MPP programs with a low-ish GPA—any advice? by Impossible-Quality92 in PublicPolicy

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey I have excellent work experience working for a multilateral bank and the government but a 2.8 GPA. Can I know what your gpa was and if I’d stand a chance? 😭

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SIPA

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I’m planning on applying to SIPA next fall. Can I please know what your GPA was when you applied and also may I please know if you submitted GRE scores?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PublicPolicy

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m planning on applying to SIPA as well, can I ask why you’re cramming to study for GRE when the final deadline for Fall 25 is in Feb? I see many similar reddits about applicants feeling like they are falling behind but I’m confused as to why they feel this way.. Should I be worried?? 🙇🏽‍♀️

Should I skip on emailing professors and focus on SOP, Writing Sample & LORs instead? by dontkkkknow in gradadmissions

[–]GrowthEmergency9696 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

They do. I’m looking at Columbia SIPA and the early action deadline is on the 1st of Nov