Master of Arts in International Development and Cooperation

About

The International Development and Cooperation (IDC) degree program combines the study of economic and political development internationally, institutionally, and bilaterally to give students a broad overview of the field. The curriculum is multidisciplinary in its approach and is designed to familiarize students with the basic theories of economic development, overseas development assistance, international political economy, international institutionalism, and environmentally sustainable development practices. The program provides students with the tools needed to develop as effective practitioners of international development and assistance programs within government agencies, Non-Governmental Organizations Non-ProfitOrganizations (NPOs), and international development agencies. IDC courses incorporate the dominant viewpoints of developed, developing, and underdeveloped countries worldwide. The program aims to help students acquire a well-rounded view of developmental strategies that affect policies and the implementation and effectiveness of IDC practices.

Career Path

Graduate careers include Program Officer (UNDP, World Bank, African Union), Development Cooperation Specialist, Humanitarian Affairs Officer, Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution Advisor, Aid Effectiveness Coordinator, Migration and Refugee Policy Specialist, Foreign Service Officer (Development Desk), Policy Analyst (International Development), Bilateral Cooperation Advisor, Project Manager (Education, Health, Livelihoods), Advocacy and Campaign Strategist, Community Development Coordinator, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Specialist, Gender and Inclusion Specialist, Grants and Partnerships Manager.