This study explores the impact of the Lembaga Pengelola Dana Pendidikan (LPDP) scholarship program on the skills, motivation, and job performance of public administrators in Indonesia. Using both quantitative and qualitative methods, the research exam...
This study explores the impact of the Lembaga Pengelola Dana Pendidikan (LPDP) scholarship program on the skills, motivation, and job performance of public administrators in Indonesia. Using both quantitative and qualitative methods, the research examines how formal education, personal motivation, and career incentives influence leadership, decision-making, and policy engagement. The study is guided by several theories, including Human Capital Theory, Public Service Motivation, and Hamblin’s Five-Level Evaluation Model. It also compares LPDP with other government-funded scholarship programs such as KOICA and Australia Awards Scholarship (AAS) to understand different approaches to measuring impact. The findings show that structured learning experiences have the strongest effect on improving individual competencies and workplace performance. Motivation, especially when linked to career goals and promotion opportunities, acts as a key factor in encouraging participation. The study also finds that LPDP alumni contribute to public sector reform by applying their new skills in leadership and innovation. By combining motivation, learning experience, and performance outcomes, this research offers a practical framework for evaluating scholarship effectiveness and guiding future policy improvements.