Postgraduate Diploma in International Development – PGDipIntDev
Society
A course by
Massey University
Gain advanced knowledge and skills to help overcome poverty and enhance human wellbeing through international development.
NZ$10,652
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NZQA Level 8 Certification (120 Credits)
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NZ$10,652
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 8 Certification (120 Credits)
Post Grad
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Core skills this course teaches
Analyse international development issues
Develop advanced analytical skills to understand the root causes and dynamics of development and poverty.
Apply advanced research and data collection methods
Build capability to collect, evaluate, and interpret data relevant to international development.
What You're Signing Up For
The Postgraduate Diploma in International Development (PGDipIntDev) at Massey University provides advanced understanding and skills to analyse international development issues, collect relevant data, and communicate persuasively about development matters. Learn from experts actively engaged in development policy and practice across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa. Tailor your programme with core and elective courses covering development theory, management, gender, sustainability, globalisation, research design, and hands-on professional practice. This qualification prepares students for roles in diverse development contexts or as a pathway to advanced research at master's level.
Course Content
- Development theory and contemporary processes
- Development management and project evaluation
- Gender and development, including empowerment and human rights
- Sustainable development and the sustainable development goals (SDGs)
- Globalisation, conflict, migration, and tourism in development
- Development research design and ethical issues
- Development practicum in a professional agency
What you need to know first
Bachelor of Arts with a major in development studies or equivalent with a minimum B- average across 300-level courses
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