Advancing
Innovation & Growth
in Information Technology.

Korea Information Technology Promotion Agency (KITPA) is a leader in information technology, driving software innovation and cultivating talent to strengthen the global competitiveness of Korea's ICT industry.

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KITPA, a leader in information technology, discovers innovative ideas and technologies, and through talent development and education, nurtures a competitive workforce.

Mission

KITPA promotes innovation and R&D, supports talent development and education, and fosters industry partnerships to lead the growth of information technology in Korea.

Vision

KITPA aims to be recognized as a top-tier institution in the ICT field, delivering industry-leading technology and pioneering innovative ideas and solutions.

What We Do

Technology Innovation

We drive competitiveness and growth in the ICT industry, empowering individuals to use software to commercialize products and develop media-convergence technologies, and providing staged R&D support that helps them grow into startups.

Talent Development

We run a wide range of educational seminars to grow the software industry and create jobs — from foundational programming to data, AI, and certification-track courses — giving learners practical problem-solving skills.

Competency Assessment

We develop and evaluate ICT talent, operating and issuing fair, trustworthy certifications that meet the needs of everyday life and industry.