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Development, International Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid (DICHA)
The programme is generally addressed to B.A. graduates, particularly to those interested in a career in public institutions in Romania and the European Union or international organizations active in developing countries. Qualified students from developing and emerging countries are particularly welcome. At the same time, the MA Programme is addressed to officials of the Central Government as well as local, and mid-career professionals in any development-related field, due to the fact that the European Union allocates funds for both governmental and local cooperation mechanisms.
This programme is held in English and is addressed to university graduates under Bologna system (3 years) or to those who graduated from long term university study programmes (4 years).
Form of study: full time, 2 years, 120 ECTS.
DRIIE-SNSPA
National University of Political Studies and Public Administration (DRIIE-SNSPA)
The programme assigns a particular importance to a better understanding of certain problems in the development field: cooperation, poverty, environment, economic development, social and human development. The programme entails a close link between theories and practices required to explore and understand the complexity of the development area. The available curriculum is built on a theoretical background that is combined with training courses conducted in a manner that allows students to acquire the right competences and proficiency, as well as special skills in policy and project evaluation, management and planning methods.The programme is generally addressed to B.A. graduates, particularly to those interested in a career in public institutions in Romania and the European Union or international organizations active in developing countries. Qualified students from developing and emerging countries are particularly welcome. At the same time, the MA Programme is addressed to officials of the Central Government as well as local, and mid-career professionals in any development-related field, due to the fact that the European Union allocates funds for both governmental and local cooperation mechanisms.
This programme is held in English and is addressed to university graduates under Bologna system (3 years) or to those who graduated from long term university study programmes (4 years).
Form of study: full time, 2 years, 120 ECTS.
DegreeCourse TypeLanguage
- English
National University of Political Studies and Public Administration (DRIIE-SNSPA), Romania
DRIIE-SNSPA
Short Courses (Master) in Public Policy and Human Development
Courses offered:
– Public Policy
– Public Economics
– Public Policy Analysis
– Introduction to Migration Studies
– Risk and Vulnerability Assessment
– The Global Social Challenge: Beyond Poverty and Inequality
– Innovation and the Global Income Distribution
– Introduction to Regions
– International Trade: Theory, Policy, Environment and Development
– Migration and Remittance Effects
– Building Resilience and Adaptive Governance
– Understanding Social Protection
– Innovation and Development Patterns around the Globe
– Comparative Regionalism
– The Law and Policy of the World Trade Organization
– Data Collection and Analysis for Migration Studies
– Risk Management in Crisis Situations
– Quantitative Techniques for Social Protection Policy Design
– Innovation Systems in the Global Economy
– Regionalism and Multi-Level Governance
– International Intellectual Property Law and Policy
– Comparative Migration Policy
– Risk Communication
– Financing Social Protection
– Science, Technology and Innovation Policy
– Research Seminar: Topical Issues in Comparative Regionalism
– Development and Human Rights
United Nations University, Maastricht Economic and Social Research Institute on Innovation and Technology (UNU-MERIT)
The Master Programme in Public Policy and Human Development is organised in such a way that students can also enroll in the separate courses. Most courses run for 4 weeks (some longer) and are concluded with a written exam and/or assignment. Students receive a certificate and credits for every course completed successfully.Courses offered:
– Public Policy
– Public Economics
– Public Policy Analysis
– Introduction to Migration Studies
– Risk and Vulnerability Assessment
– The Global Social Challenge: Beyond Poverty and Inequality
– Innovation and the Global Income Distribution
– Introduction to Regions
– International Trade: Theory, Policy, Environment and Development
– Migration and Remittance Effects
– Building Resilience and Adaptive Governance
– Understanding Social Protection
– Innovation and Development Patterns around the Globe
– Comparative Regionalism
– The Law and Policy of the World Trade Organization
– Data Collection and Analysis for Migration Studies
– Risk Management in Crisis Situations
– Quantitative Techniques for Social Protection Policy Design
– Innovation Systems in the Global Economy
– Regionalism and Multi-Level Governance
– International Intellectual Property Law and Policy
– Comparative Migration Policy
– Risk Communication
– Financing Social Protection
– Science, Technology and Innovation Policy
– Research Seminar: Topical Issues in Comparative Regionalism
– Development and Human Rights
DegreeCourse TypeLanguage
- English
United Nations University, Maastricht Economic and Social Research Institute on Innovation and Technology (UNU-MERIT), Netherlands
5–Year Concurrent BA/MA Programme Graduate With Wellesley College, Massachusetts
Scheme
Participating Wellesley College students will spend the fall semester of their senior year in Geneva, at the Graduate Institute. They will return to Wellesley for their final semester and for graduation. They will then return to Geneva for a 5th year. Most classes are taught in English. Students with limited or no French will study French as part of their programme in Geneva.
MA Programmes at the Institute
The MA programmes available at the Graduate Institute are of two categories:
- Disciplinary masters: Master in Anthropology and Sociology, Master in International Economics, Master in International History, Master in International Law, Master in International Relations/Political Science.
- Interdisciplinary masters: Master in International Affairs, Master in Development Studies.
Partnership
Wellesley College is a private women's liberal-arts college in the town of Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States, west of Boston. Wellesley is the highest ranking women's college in the U.S., and one of the top liberal arts colleges.
IHEID
Graduate Institute (IHEID)
Wellesley College and the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva have established a programme that will enable a small number of students to complete a BA from Wellesley and an MA from the Graduate Institute in 5 years, instead of the normal 6 years.Scheme
Participating Wellesley College students will spend the fall semester of their senior year in Geneva, at the Graduate Institute. They will return to Wellesley for their final semester and for graduation. They will then return to Geneva for a 5th year. Most classes are taught in English. Students with limited or no French will study French as part of their programme in Geneva.
MA Programmes at the Institute
The MA programmes available at the Graduate Institute are of two categories:
- Disciplinary masters: Master in Anthropology and Sociology, Master in International Economics, Master in International History, Master in International Law, Master in International Relations/Political Science.
- Interdisciplinary masters: Master in International Affairs, Master in Development Studies.
Partnership
Wellesley College is a private women's liberal-arts college in the town of Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States, west of Boston. Wellesley is the highest ranking women's college in the U.S., and one of the top liberal arts colleges.
DegreeLanguage
- English
Graduate Institute (IHEID), Switzerland
IHEID
Corporate Social Responsibility and Non-Governmental Organisation (CSR & NGO) Management (MBA)
Quick facts about our MBA Program:
• full-time (3 sem.) or part-time (5 sem.) studies possible
• weekend classes only (Fridays and Saturdays)
• perfectly compatible with job and family
• 1 full introductory week (start of 1st semester)
• 1 full week of intensive seminar (start of 3rd semester)
• 100 % english taught lectures (no German language skills required)
• highly international and diverse study groups
• Lecturers and experts from science and practice
• AQAS Accredited MBA program
International Centre for Sustainable Development (IZNE)
The MBA program is designed for international students with professional experience who wish to develop their management skills. The program offers academic, interdisciplinary and intercultural exchange and deals with the management of corporate social responsibility and non-governmental organisations (CSR & NGO). Students of the MBA program will learn how to promote sustainability within a non-governmental organisation or a CSR department.Quick facts about our MBA Program:
• full-time (3 sem.) or part-time (5 sem.) studies possible
• weekend classes only (Fridays and Saturdays)
• perfectly compatible with job and family
• 1 full introductory week (start of 1st semester)
• 1 full week of intensive seminar (start of 3rd semester)
• 100 % english taught lectures (no German language skills required)
• highly international and diverse study groups
• Lecturers and experts from science and practice
• AQAS Accredited MBA program
DegreeCourse TypeLanguage
- English
International Centre for Sustainable Development (IZNE), Germany
5–Year Concurrent BA/MA Programme Graduate With Sophia University, Tokyo
Scheme
Eligible students from Sophia University will spend the first three years of BA at Sophia University; they will then be able to complete their BA (fourth year) while starting their MA at the Graduate Institute.
MA Programmes at the Institute
The MA programmes available at the Graduate Institute are of two categories:
– Disciplinary masters: Master in Anthropology and Sociology, Master in International Economics, Master in International History, Master in International Law, Master in International Relations/Political Science.
– Interdisciplinary masters: Master in International Affairs, Master in Development Studies.
IHEID
Graduate Institute (IHEID)
Sophia University in Tokyo and the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva have established a programme that will enable a small number of students to complete a BA from Sophia University and an MA from the Graduate Institute in 5 years, instead of the normal 6 years.Scheme
Eligible students from Sophia University will spend the first three years of BA at Sophia University; they will then be able to complete their BA (fourth year) while starting their MA at the Graduate Institute.
MA Programmes at the Institute
The MA programmes available at the Graduate Institute are of two categories:
– Disciplinary masters: Master in Anthropology and Sociology, Master in International Economics, Master in International History, Master in International Law, Master in International Relations/Political Science.
– Interdisciplinary masters: Master in International Affairs, Master in Development Studies.
DegreeLanguage
- English
Graduate Institute (IHEID), Switzerland
IHEID
Applying Circular Economy Approaches for a Sustainable Future, 3-6 June 2019
IDS
Institute of Development Studies (IDS), Brighton
The circular economy concept offers a new vision for global sustainability and development. It goes beyond the current linear make-use-dispose extractive model and focuses on positive society-wide benefits. The concept has gained attention from policymakers, businesses and development practitioners as an approach to solve pressing development issues such as the global waste and plastics crises, resource depletion, water pollution, sanitation and climate change.Institute of Development Studies (IDS), Brighton, United Kingdom
IDS
International Development With Economics MSc
The course is ideal if you’re a recent graduate who wants to pursue a career in international development as an economic analyst. It is also suitable if you’re an established professional wishing to deepen your knowledge and critical understanding of international development from an economics and broader social science perspective.
You will leave the course with:
- in-depth and interdisciplinary understanding of the theories and concepts that underpin contemporary global development issues
- a critical understanding of economic theory and development policy and practice, including from the perspective of heterodox and social economics
- practical skills in research, policy analysis and communications, and their application in the field of international development
- rich experience of working with people from a wide range of disciplinary, professional and national backgrounds
Centre for Development Studies, University of Bath (CDS)
Learn about global development from a heterodox economics perspective, and gain the skills to work in economic and development policy and practice. This course addresses the contemporary challenges of global development, utilising core economic concepts, theories and methods. Rooted in real-world practical and policy challenges, the course is founded on Bath’s longstanding engagement in international development and applied economic analysis. It uses innovative learning approaches to promote in-depth investigation of cases and issues, drawing links across global, regional, national and local scales. We offer you the opportunity of a placement-based research project, providing hands-on experience to complement campus-based learning.The course is ideal if you’re a recent graduate who wants to pursue a career in international development as an economic analyst. It is also suitable if you’re an established professional wishing to deepen your knowledge and critical understanding of international development from an economics and broader social science perspective.
You will leave the course with:
- in-depth and interdisciplinary understanding of the theories and concepts that underpin contemporary global development issues
- a critical understanding of economic theory and development policy and practice, including from the perspective of heterodox and social economics
- practical skills in research, policy analysis and communications, and their application in the field of international development
- rich experience of working with people from a wide range of disciplinary, professional and national backgrounds
DegreeCourse TypeLanguage
- English
Centre for Development Studies, University of Bath (CDS), United Kingdom
5–Year Joint BA/MA Programme With Smith College, Massachusetts
MA Programmes at the Institute
The MA programmes available at the Graduate Institute are of two categories:
- Disciplinary masters: Master in Anthropology and Sociology, Master in International Economics, Master in International History, Master in International Law, Master in International Relations/Political Science.
- Interdisciplinary masters: Master in International Affairs, Master in Development Studies.
Partnership
Smith College is a small, selective liberal arts college located in Northampton, Massachusetts. It has a long-standing affiliation with the Institute, and maintained a junior year abroad program in Geneva continuously since 1946.
IHEID
Graduate Institute (IHEID)
Smith College and the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva have established a programme that will enable a small number of students to complete a BA from Smith and an MA from the Graduate Institute in 5 years, instead of the normal 6 years. Scheme Participating Smith College students will spend the fall semester of their senior year in Geneva, at the Graduate Institute. They will return to Smith for their final semester and for graduation. They will then return to Geneva for a 5th year. Most classes are taught in English. Students with limited or no French will study French as part of their programme in Geneva.MA Programmes at the Institute
The MA programmes available at the Graduate Institute are of two categories:
- Disciplinary masters: Master in Anthropology and Sociology, Master in International Economics, Master in International History, Master in International Law, Master in International Relations/Political Science.
- Interdisciplinary masters: Master in International Affairs, Master in Development Studies.
Partnership
Smith College is a small, selective liberal arts college located in Northampton, Massachusetts. It has a long-standing affiliation with the Institute, and maintained a junior year abroad program in Geneva continuously since 1946.
DegreeLanguage
- English
Graduate Institute (IHEID), Switzerland
IHEID
PhD Programme on Innovation, Economics and Governance for Development
During their first year, fellows complete an intensive programme of required and elective courses,taught by leading scholars of the UNU-MERIT and our partner universities. These courses are taught in English, in Maastricht, and spread across two semesters, starting in September each year. The course work is followed by three years of dissertation research and writing, ending with a completed PhD thesis. At the end of the programme, the doctoral degree is awarded by Maastricht University upon successful defence of the thesis.
Our students pursue a wide variety of dissertation topics, fitting into any of the institute’s eight research themes:
1. The Economics of Knowledge and Innovation
2. Social Protection, Inclusive Innovation and Development
3. Economic Development, Innovation, Governance and Institutions
4. Sustainable Development, Innovation and Societal Transitions
5. Innovation Systems Indicators and Policy
6. Migration and Development
7. ICT-enabled Innovation and Societal Transformations
8. Population, Development and Labour Economics
United Nations University, Maastricht Economic and Social Research Institute on Innovation and Technology (UNU-MERIT)
Our PhD programme is a multidisciplinary course offered by UNU-MERIT and its School of Governance. The programme focuses on research skills and methods, training fellows to become both scholars and practitioners in the fields of governance and the economics of technology. The programme provides advanced training in the knowledge ans skills most relevant to the economics of technology and innovation, and to governance, social protection and migration. Built around a core of courses on the economics of innovation the programme also features specialisations in innovation and development, social protection and migration.During their first year, fellows complete an intensive programme of required and elective courses,taught by leading scholars of the UNU-MERIT and our partner universities. These courses are taught in English, in Maastricht, and spread across two semesters, starting in September each year. The course work is followed by three years of dissertation research and writing, ending with a completed PhD thesis. At the end of the programme, the doctoral degree is awarded by Maastricht University upon successful defence of the thesis.
Our students pursue a wide variety of dissertation topics, fitting into any of the institute’s eight research themes:
1. The Economics of Knowledge and Innovation
2. Social Protection, Inclusive Innovation and Development
3. Economic Development, Innovation, Governance and Institutions
4. Sustainable Development, Innovation and Societal Transitions
5. Innovation Systems Indicators and Policy
6. Migration and Development
7. ICT-enabled Innovation and Societal Transformations
8. Population, Development and Labour Economics
DegreeCourse TypeLanguage
- English
United Nations University, Maastricht Economic and Social Research Institute on Innovation and Technology (UNU-MERIT), Netherlands
5–Year Joint BA/MA Programme With Peking University
Scheme
Eligible students from Peking University will spend the first three years of BA at Peking; they will then be able to complete their BA (fourth year) while starting their MA at the Graduate Institute.
MA Programmes at the Institute
The MA programmes available at the Graduate Institute are of two categories:
- Disciplinary masters: Master in Anthropology and Sociology, Master in International Economics, Master in International History, Master in International Law, Master in International Relations/Political Science.
- Interdisciplinary masters: Master in International Affairs, Master in Development Studies.
IHEID
Graduate Institute (IHEID)
Peking University, School of International Studies and the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva have established a programme that will enable a small number of students to complete a BA from Peking University and an MA from the Graduate Institute in 5 years, instead of the normal 6 years.Scheme
Eligible students from Peking University will spend the first three years of BA at Peking; they will then be able to complete their BA (fourth year) while starting their MA at the Graduate Institute.
MA Programmes at the Institute
The MA programmes available at the Graduate Institute are of two categories:
- Disciplinary masters: Master in Anthropology and Sociology, Master in International Economics, Master in International History, Master in International Law, Master in International Relations/Political Science.
- Interdisciplinary masters: Master in International Affairs, Master in Development Studies.
DegreeLanguage
- English
Graduate Institute (IHEID), Switzerland
IHEID
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