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Peace and Development Studies, Department for Social Studies, Linnaeus University (LNU)
The course provides an overview of contemporary global trends and shifts in power, and the major international players / organizations relevant for poor countries and conflict areas future opportunities for a sustainable peaceful development. Theories of peace and development are analysed, as well as important theories of political development, good governance and the democratization processes – and the link between political and economic development, and conflicts in developing countries. Processes for peace and development is analysed as a political process in which conflicts of interest, power, identity, gender, religion and how these politicized can be analysed and managed as part of a multi-level analysis including structures, processes and actors in the peace and development process, at local, national, regional and global levels, including processes of state and nation building, governance, democratization, horizontal and vertical accountability and human rights. The challenges – and opportunities – globalization creates for development from local, to the international level are discussed, as is the issue of global governance. The international development cooperation actors and policy for promoting democracy, political development and human rights are presented and problematized – and how international interventions to promote peace and development can influence the political aspects of peace and development at the local and national level. Through role-plays and exercises the student train practical skills in data collection, analysis, writing and oral presentation.Deadline for Applications: 15 January
(Some courses and programmes will accept late applications.)
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Peace and Development Studies, Department for Social Studies, Linnaeus University (LNU), Sweden
International Development Department, University of Birmingham (IDD)
Study from anywhere in the world with practitioners in government, civil society and the private sector, as well as with people new to development.This programme recognises the opportunities for educational provision in an area of increasing interest amongst the academic community, namely the links between development, security and conflict. It will make a direct link between academic and practical policy approaches to analysing and recovering from conflicts, with an emphasis on developing countries.
This programme provides a framework for exploring academic synergies and for students to undertake genuinely interdisciplinary study.
Start date: September
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International Development Department, University of Birmingham (IDD), United Kingdom
ETH Zürich, Centre for Development and Cooperation (NADEL)
This course examines different forms, causes, and effects of fraud and corruption in developing countries. Course participants receive an introduction to the main concepts and mechanisms of prevention, detection, investigation and sanctioning adopted by the international development community. By using case studies and practical examples, the course prepares participants for dealing with fraud- and corruption-related issues in the context of concrete development programs and projects.Duration: 23.10. – 25.10.2019
Registration for courses in the fall semester 2019 start on the 27th of May 2019.
The course can either be taken individually, or as a part of the CAS in Development Cooperation.
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ETH Zürich, Centre for Development and Cooperation (NADEL), Switzerland
Graduate Institute (IHEID)
Looking for an alternative to an MBA? This Master will bring you to a different level of leadership, one that focuses on impact and meaning.- Become a visionary leader
- Embrace complexity and radically reframe the questions
- Develop an adaptive mindset to set a direction not a destination
- Master tools that call upon imagination and creativity to develop a innovative vision
- Experience a human-centered approach to leadership and test solutions – as well as yourself
- Gain a holistic understanding of world dynamics and lead change in business and society
- A tailor-made learning journey
Combination of building blocks | At your own rhythm
- A broad array of topics to choose from
Geopolitics & global governance | Environment | Sustainable finance | Global health | Conflict and fragility | Development | Gender | Policy and decision-making processes
- A portfolio of skills
Design thinking | Strategic foresight | Systems thinking | Advocacy | Multidimensional negotiation
- Diversity in approaches and perspectives
Economic | Political | Social | Legal | Cultural
- An intensive module on adaptive leadership
Inner agility | Complexity and question reframing | Vision building | Caring leadership
Who is this programme for?
Senior executives and mid-career leaders from all sectors and backgrounds who want to: Design their learning journey at their own pace as needs arise; Reinvent their professional path and become visionary leaders; Gain a holistic view of world affairs; Make a positive contribution to the world.
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Graduate Institute (IHEID), Switzerland
IHEID
Centre for Development Studies, University of Bath (CDS)
Develop an in-depth understanding of contemporary development issues, and gain the specialist skills to work in peacebuilding, conflict analysis and humanitarian response. Whether you are a graduate aiming to pursue a development or humanitarian career in conflict-affected regions, or a professional wishing to deepen your knowledge and critical thinking, this course is for you.The course addresses the core global challenges of conflict and humanitarian crisis and explores a variety of tools and approaches for responding in these contexts. Rooted in real-world practical and policy challenges, the course is founded on Bath’s outstanding international expertise in international development. It uses innovative learning approaches to promote in-depth investigation of cases and issues, while drawing links across global, regional, national and local scales. The course offers you the opportunity of a placement-based research project, providing hands-on experience to complement classroom-based learning.
You will leave the course with:
- in-depth and interdisciplinary understanding of the theories and concepts that underpin contemporary humanitarian action and conflict response
- a critical understanding of humanitarian, peacebuilding and development policy and practice
- practical skills in research, analysis and communication and an understanding of how these can be applied to the fields of humanitarianism, conflict and development
- rich experience of working with people from a wide range of disciplinary, professional and national backgrounds
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Centre for Development Studies, University of Bath (CDS), United Kingdom
Chr.Michelsen Institute (CMI)
Play a game of anti-corruption tools and tradeoffs in our free, 45-minute course for everyone: Managing corruption risks in development cooperation. Start any time. Start by getting familiar with the challenges in the Introduction. Then go to the Knowledge section and tackle the Mission to explore anti-corruption tools. Finally go to the Assessment and check your knowledge by answering ten questions.- English
Chr.Michelsen Institute (CMI), Norway
CMI
School of International Development, University of East Anglia (DEV)
This course focuses on the political development goals of sustainable peace, good governance and stable democracy. Drawing on different theoretical approaches and various empirical examples throughout the degree programme, it asks students to critically assess alternative suggestions for establishing peace and inclusive, durable democracies in developing countries.Key topics include inter alia the possible definitions, arguable causes and consequences of democracy; the political, social and economic effects of different political institutions; and the typically contested origins of violent intrastate conflicts as well as the suggestions that have been made to help overcome them.
The course adopts a unique interdisciplinary approach which is grounded in the acknowledgment that it is extremely difficult to meet international development targets in states experiencing endemic political instability, violent civil conflict, gross human rights abuses and acute crises of governance.
The MA Conflict, Governance and International Development degree is offered over one year full-time, or two years part-time.
School of International Development, University of East Anglia (DEV), United Kingdom
German Development Institute, Deutsches Institut für Entwicklungspolitik (DIE)
The German Development Institute / Deutsches Institut für Entwicklungspolitik (DIE) is offering those refugees in the Bonn area with academic reference to DIE’s topics the possibility to get involved with the Institute’s activities. The Institute could integrate interested refugees with according qualifications into its activities on different levels.- English
German Development Institute, Deutsches Institut für Entwicklungspolitik (DIE), Germany
DIE
Graduate Institute (IHEID)
Through academic lectures and direct interaction with negotiators and practitioners from international organisations, participants acquire a clear sense of the core mission of the UN as well as develop critical analysis of future challenges in international relations. The Summer Programme on the United Nations explores the concepts and key issues of peace and security, human rights and humanitarian challenges, international development, North-South relations and the future of global governance.Understand the UN System, particularly its creation, development and various agencies. Explore the challenges faced by the United Nations and debate the future of international cooperation.
At the end of the 2 weeks, participants will be able to:
- Understand the core mission of the UN and how it deals with key global issues such as human rights and the environment.
- Critically analyse key issues around peace and security, human rights and humanitarian challenges, international development, and North-South relations.
- Appraise the future of multilateral action through conference simulations and role play, as well as visits to key institutions in international Geneva.
- Engage with academics and practitioners on what could be done to reinvent global governance at a time of great international uncertainty
Applications will be open from end of January to 1 May
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Graduate Institute (IHEID), Switzerland
IHEID
ETH Zürich, Centre for Development and Cooperation (NADEL)
For program leaders and task managers we offer specialized 3 or 5 days courses on a wide range of policies and methods to foster development and poverty reduction. Participants can choose from more than 20 different courses to advance their expertise. These courses can either be taken individually or as part of a Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Development and Cooperation.We welcome professionals from bilateral and international organizations, from NGOs and foundations, and from the private sector.
The NADEL courses are taught in either English or German.
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ETH Zürich, Centre for Development and Cooperation (NADEL), Switzerland
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