International Development (ID): A Beginner Friendly Course!
Course Description
Ready to explore the fascinating world of international development? If you’ve ever wondered how countries grow and thrive, or why some face seemingly insurmountable obstacles, this course is your guide. We’ll journey through history, dive into the theories that have shaped development efforts, and meet the key players – from governments and international organizations to passionate NGOs and innovative businesses.
Think of international development as a puzzle, and this course is our map to putting it together. We’ll examine the pieces – globalization, aid, poverty, inequality, environmental sustainability, and conflict – and see how they fit together to create the big picture. By the end, you’ll have a solid understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the world today, and the skills to think critically about solutions for a more equitable and sustainable future.
Course Curriculum
Module 1: Introduction to International Development
- Lecture 1: What is Development?
- Lecture 2: Historical Overview
- Lecture 3: Key Concepts and Debates
Module 2: Theories of International Development
- Lecture 4: Modernization Theory
- Lecture 5: Dependency Theory
- Lecture 6: Post-Development Theory
- Lecture 7: Alternative Approaches
Module 3: Actors and Institutions
- Lecture 8: Governments
- Lecture 9: International Organizations
- Lecture 10: Non-Governmental Organizations
- Lecture 11: The Private Sector
Module 4: Globalization and Development
- Lecture 12: The Impact of Globalization
- Lecture 13: Trade and Development
- Lecture 14: Foreign Direct Investment
- Lecture 15: Technology and Development
Module 5: Aid and Development
- Lecture 16: Types of Aid
- Lecture 17: Effectiveness of Aid
- Lecture 18: Aid Conditionality
Module 6: Poverty and Inequality
- Lecture 19: Measuring Poverty and Inequality
- Lecture 20: Causes of Poverty and Inequality
- Lecture 21: Strategies for Poverty Reduction
Module 7: Environmental Sustainability
- Lecture 22: Environment and Development
- Lecture 23: Climate Change
- Lecture 24: Sustainable Development Goals
Module 8: Conflict and Development
- Lecture 25: Impact of Conflict
- Lecture 26: Causes of Conflict
- Lecture 27: Peace building and State-building
Module 9: Case Studies
- Lecture 28: Specific Country or Regional Examples
- Lecture 29: Project and Intervention Evaluations
Module 10: Future Challenges and Opportunities
- Lecture 30: Emerging Trends
- Lecture 31: Innovation and Technology
- Lecture 32: Global Partnerships
Bonus Module:
- Lecture 33: Career Opportunities in International Development
Certificate of Completion
Upon the successful completion of this course and final assessment, students will receive a Certificate of Completion from Eduta.
