Curriculum
A rigorous 3-year program combining theoretical foundations with practical skills in development management and economics.
Program Structure
Our curriculum is designed to progressively build expertise from foundational concepts to advanced specialization in Applied Development Economics.
Year 1
Foundations of Development Studies
Build a strong foundation in development theory, economics basics, and social science research.
Core Courses
Introduction to Development Studies
Principles of Economics
Political Economy of Development
Sociology of Development
Statistics for Social Sciences
Academic Writing and Research Skills
History of Economic Thought
Introduction to Public Policy
Year 2
Economics & Policy Analysis
Deepen your understanding of economic principles and their application to development policy.
Core Courses
Microeconomics for Development
Macroeconomics for Development
Development Economics
Public Finance and Taxation
International Trade and Development
Quantitative Research Methods
Environmental Economics
Gender and Development
Year 3
Applied Development Economics & Dissertation
Specialize in applied economics and complete an original research dissertation.
Core Courses
Advanced Development Economics
Economic Policy Analysis
Poverty Measurement and Analysis
Project Planning and Evaluation
Econometrics for Development
Rural and Agricultural Economics
Research Dissertation (Major Project)
Professional Internship
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing the program, graduates will be able to:
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Analyze complex development challenges using economic frameworks2
Design and evaluate development policies and programs3
Conduct rigorous quantitative and qualitative research4
Apply statistical and econometric methods to development data5
Communicate development issues effectively to diverse audiences6
Work collaboratively in multicultural development contexts7
Critically assess development theories and their applications8
Propose evidence-based solutions to poverty and inequalityReady to Start Your Academic Journey?
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