Postgraduate Certificate in International Development – PGCertIntDev
Politics & Policy
A course by
Massey University
Broaden your knowledge of global development issues and shape a positive future for communities in need. The PGCertIntDev enables you to analyse, manage, and evaluate international development policy, theory, and programmes.
NZ$19,420
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Core skills this course teaches
Analyse and apply development theories
Critically evaluate and apply contemporary theories, policies, and approaches in international development.
Manage and evaluate development programmes
Plan, implement and assess the effectiveness of programmes and projects in international development contexts.
About This Course
Massey's Postgraduate Certificate in International Development equips graduates to address critical global development challenges, apply development theory and practice, and analyse the effectiveness of policies and programmes. The qualification fosters critical thinking, appreciation of cultural diversity, and practical skills for evaluating and managing international development projects. The curriculum offers a selection of advanced courses covering rethinking development, development management, sustainable development, gender and development, globalisation, and applied research in development settings.
Course Content
- Development theory and perspectives
- Development policy and strategic planning
- Contemporary international development issues
- Development management and project evaluation
- Gender and development
- Sustainable development (including Sustainable Development Goals and Indigenous perspectives)
- Globalisation: conflict, migration, and tourism
- Development research design and ethics
- Practicum in development agencies (optional)
Entry Requirements
Bachelor of Arts with a major in Development Studies or a related field (such as International Relations, Social Anthropology or Sociology), or equivalent
Build towards these roles
Policy adviser in government or NGOsInternational development project managerProgramme evaluatorRoles in aid agencies and multilateral development organisationsCommunity development officer
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International DevelopmentGovernment
