Format: online (asynchronous)

Course duration: 3 weeks

Description

International development was always associated with rich Western countries and multilateral financial institutions, such as the World Bank and the IMF, assisting poor Southern countries through financial aid and technical assistance in various forms. Later private and corporate foundations, like the Bill and Melinda Gates and the Rockefeller Foundations, joined also the fight. Why did these “developing” or “third” world countries need assistance to develop their countries? Since World War II and the decolonization of Africa and Asia, various groups poured enormous aid into these countries; but the results were mixed and progress was uneven. The course discusses the theory and practice of development, the competing political, economic, and social concepts and facts in the development analysis. The course focuses mainly on Sub-Saharan Africa and Asia.

Course objectives

The training helps you to:

-          Understand the concept of development.

-          Demonstrate a good understanding of policy debates in the context of sub-Saharan Africa and Asia.

-          Assess the success or failure of specific development initiatives.

-          Understand the current trends and challenges in international economic development.

-          Identify the roles played by key actors, such as national governments, international organizations, NGOS, private sectors, in promoting economic development.

Who should attend?

People who are interested in the development industry and individuals who want to pursue a career in international development.

Fees: $150