Call for Applications 2026-2027

Applications Now Open – EPM Programme & Master in Data, Economics and Development Policy (2026-2027 Academic Year)
Deadline: October 30, 2026
Act now!
The Economic Policy Management (EPM/GPE) Programme of the University of Yaoundé II-Soa is pleased to announce the official launch of applications for three flagship academic programmes for the 2026–2027 academic year. Signed by the Rector of the University of Yaoundé II-Soa, the official press releases invite professionals and graduates from Central Africa and the Great Lakes Region to join programmes renowned for their academic excellence and strong focus on public policy.
1. Professional Master’s Degree in Economic Policy Management (EPM) — Master 1
Cohort: 2nd Cohort (2026-2027).
Recruitment: forty (40) auditors, through a competitive entrance examination.
Description: Two (02)-year Master’s degree, awarded by the University of Yaoundé II-Soa. Courses delivered by national and international lecturers, researchers and professionals from renowned institutions, both online and in person, open to professionals from Central African countries and the Great Lakes Region.
Funding: applicant, employer or any other development partner.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Degree | Bachelor’s degree (Bac+3). |
| Experience | A minimum of one (1) year of professional experience in policy formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, or public policy impact assessment. |
Application file: Fee: 25,000 FCFA (non-refundable), payable to BANGE BANK CAMEROUN (10040 01003 38501008001-16) or UBA Cameroun (10033-05207-07007000112-57).
Preliminary documents: motivated application letter to the Rector, CV, payment receipt.
Required documents: certified copy of highest diploma, certified copy of the GCE Advanced Level (or equivalent), certified transcripts from year one onward, certified birth certificate, academic or professional recommendation letter.
Submission: at the EPM Secretariat or by email to contact@gpe-cameroun.cm (copy to cyrille.kamdem@gpe-cameroun.cm), as a single PDF file, subject: “Call for Applications for the 2nd Cohort of the Economic Policy Management (EPM) Training Programme”.
| Timeline | Key Dates |
|---|---|
| Application deadline | October 30, 2026 |
| List of successful candidates | November 9, 2026 |
| Welcome of admitted auditors | November 16, 2026 |
| Start of academic year (2nd Cohort) | November 17, 2026 |
2. Master in Data, Economics and Development Policy (MDEDP)
Cohort: 5th Cohort (first year), developed in partnership with the World Bank.
Recruitment: forty (40) students, through file review.
Description: Two (02)-year Master’s degree, awarded by the University of Yaoundé II-Soa. Courses delivered by national and international lecturers, researchers and professionals from renowned institutions, both online and in person, open to professionals from Central African countries and the Great Lakes Region.
Funding: applicant, employer, public administration or any other development partner. The University of Yaoundé II-Soa may grant a limited number of financial facilities to eligible Cameroonian students.
The top graduate of the cohort will benefit from a fully-funded study stay abroad at one of the EPM/GPE Programme’s partner institutions. Under the Programme’s partnership with the World Bank, outstanding students may also be offered academic internship opportunities.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Degree | Bachelor’s degree (Bac+3), preferably in Economics, Management, Mathematics, Computer Science or any related field demonstrating the required prerequisites. |
| Other | Strong academic results in Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science throughout university studies. |
Application file: Fee: 25,000 FCFA (non-refundable), payable to BANGE BANK CAMEROUN (10040 01003 38501008001-16) or UBA Cameroun (10033-05207-07007000112-57).
Preliminary documents: motivated application letter to the Rector, CV, payment receipt.
Required documents: certified copy of highest diploma, certified copy of the GCE Advanced Level (or equivalent), certified transcripts from year one onward, certified birth certificate, academic or professional recommendation letter.
Submission: at the EPM/GPE Secretariat or by email to contact@gpe-cameroun.cm (copy to cyrille.kamdem@gpe-cameroun.cm), as a single PDF file, subject: “Call for Applications for the Recruitment of the 5th Cohort of the Master in Data, Economics and Development Policy”.
| Timeline | Key Dates |
|---|---|
| Application deadline | October 30, 2026 |
| Interviews | November 5–6, 2026 |
| List of successful candidates | November 13, 2026 |
| Welcome of admitted students | November 16, 2026 |
| Start of academic year (24th Cohort) | November 17, 2026 |
3. Professional Master’s Degree in Economic Policy Management (EPM) — Master 2
Cohort: 24th Cohort (2026-2027).
Recruitment: thirty (30) auditors, through a competitive entrance examination.
Description: Twelve (12)-month professional Master’s degree, awarded by the University of Yaoundé II-Soa. Courses delivered by academic researchers and national/international experts, in-person and online.
Funding: applicant, public administration, or development partner. The University of Yaoundé II-Soa may grant a limited number of financial facilities to eligible Cameroonian auditors.
The top graduate of the cohort will benefit from a fully-funded study stay abroad at one of the EPM Programme’s partner institutions. Under the Programme’s partnership with the World Bank, outstanding students may also be offered academic internship opportunities.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Degree | Higher education degree in Economics or Management, Master 1 level (Bac+4). |
| Experience | At least two (02) years in the design, implementation, monitoring-evaluation or impact assessment of public policies. |
Application file: Fee: 25,000 FCFA (non-refundable), payable to BANGE BANK CAMEROUN (10040 01003 38501008001-16) or UBA Cameroun (10033-05207-07007000112-57).
Preliminary documents: motivated application letter to the Rector, CV, payment receipt.
Required documents: certified copy of highest diploma, certified copy of the GCE Advanced Level (or equivalent), certified transcripts from year one onward, certified birth certificate, academic or professional recommendation letter.
Submission: at the EPM Secretariat or by email to contact@gpe-cameroun.cm (copy to cyrille.kamdem@gpe-cameroun.cm), as a single PDF file, subject: “Call for Applications for the 24th Cohort of the EPM Training Programme”.
| Timeline | Key Dates |
|---|---|
| Application deadline | October 30, 2026 |
| Interviews | November 5–6, 2026 |
| List of successful candidates | November 13, 2026 |
| Welcome of admitted auditors | November 16, 2026 |
| Start of academic year (24th Cohort) | November 17, 2026 |
📞 Contact
EPM Secretariat: +237 620 20 66 23 — 677 92 57 36 / 699 52 70 68 | Email: contact@gpe-cameroun.cm
Address: University of Yaoundé II, P.O. Box 1792 Yaoundé – Cameroon
Website: www.gpe-cameroun.cm


