Course overview
The aim of the course is to examine development practice from the perspective of bilateral donors such as DFAT/Australian Aid. It does this by exposing students to the process of program design and management. Using real-world program designs and evaluations, the course examines the multidisciplinary work that supports design efforts, including: (i) undertaking formative social, political and economic analysis; (ii) setting objectives; (iii) defining, monitoring activities; (iv) considering gender; (v) thinking about sustainability; and (vi) capturing the impacts associated with programs. The course is geared towards small group discovery, with numerous practical exercises geared towards building real-world international development skills.
Course learning outcomes
- Build an in-depth knowledge of international development practice;
- Build practical experience of applying development tools and methods to real-world problems;
- Develop knowledge of project/program management processes;
- Develop and apply critical thinking skills to development problems;
- Develop skills in communication, collaborative enquiry and problem solving;
- Foster an awareness of ethical, social, and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities