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International Institutions & Management of Development

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
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TBA
On-line course 3 $1398 (guest students)
$1584 (current students)
Date
-
Time
TBA
Location
On-line course
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$1398 (guest students)
$1584 (current students)

Description

This 3 credit core course will provide an in-depth exploration of the role that various types of international organizations play in international development. The course will look at the major development organizations such as the United Nations and the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund and regional development banks, as well as bi-lateral aid agencies (USAID, DFID, JICA), international NGO's (Soros, Clinton, Gates) as well as the increasing role of international corporations and militaries in development efforts. Students will read assigned materials, review websites and other online materials, engage in online discussion with their cohort, and complete writing assignments.

Registration will begin July 31st

Course Details