The MA in International Development focuses on development theory, policy analysis, politics of institutions, and relevant research and management skills.

The program reflects an approach to development that emphasizes not only economic issues, but also the importance and interrelatedness of sustainable economic and human development, human rights, distributive justice, and environmental sustainability. In many courses in the international development curriculum, students focus on linkages among scalar levels-from the most macro-level international institutions and initiatives to the most micro-level agendas and actions taken by communities, firms, families, and individuals. This program emphasizes the diversity of needs, desires, opportunities, and constraints that are experienced by individuals of differing socioeconomic classes, ethnicities, and genders, as well as differences among nations and regions. Also emphasized is the importance of understanding and addressing the many power differentials that profoundly influence processes central to sustainable development.

This degree requires ninety credit hours, which is typically completed within two years of full-time study or can be completed on a part-time basis.

Downloads

• International Development Fact Sheet
• MA Student Handbook