Elective Courses-

  1. Advanced Topics in Sustainable Development: A deep dive into specific sustainability issues, such as climate change, water resource management, or renewable energy, and their relevance to development strategies.
  2. Global Supply Chain Management: Examining the complexities of global supply chains and how they impact development efforts. Topics may include logistics, procurement, and supply chain sustainability.
  3. Advanced Data Analysis for Development: Building on research methods, this course focuses on advanced statistical techniques, data mining, and data visualization for development research and decision-making.
  4. Impact Investing and Finance for Social Enterprises: Exploring the intersection of finance and social impact, including impact investing, social entrepreneurship, and financial strategies for mission-driven organizations.
  5. Humanitarian Response and Disaster Management: Covering strategies for responding to humanitarian crises, including disaster preparedness, emergency relief, and post-disaster recovery efforts.
  6. Healthcare Management in Developing Countries: An in-depth look at healthcare systems in low-resource settings, with a focus on strategy development for improving healthcare access and outcomes.
  7. Advanced Project Evaluation and Management: Building on project management principles, this course explores advanced project evaluation techniques, including cost-effectiveness analysis and social return on investment (SROI).
  8. Microfinance and Inclusive Finance: Analyzing microfinance and inclusive financial services as tools for poverty reduction and economic development, including assessing their impact and sustainability.
  9. Conflict Transformation and Peacebuilding Strategies: Advanced strategies for addressing and transforming conflicts in development contexts, including peacebuilding initiatives and reconciliation processes.
  10. Gender and Development Policy: A more specialized exploration of gender issues in development, including gender-responsive program design, policies, and advocacy.
  11. Technology for Development: Examining the role of technology, including digital tools and data analytics, in driving development strategies and innovation.
  12. Environmental Impact Assessment: An in-depth study of environmental impact assessment processes and their integration into development projects and policies.
  13. Rural and Agricultural Development: Strategies for promoting sustainable agricultural practices, rural development, and food security in developing regions.
  14. Governance and Public Policy Analysis: Focusing on the analysis of public policies and governance structures in the context of development, including policy evaluation and reform strategies.
  15. Cross-Cultural Management and Leadership: Advanced studies in cross-cultural leadership, effective teamwork in diverse environments, and intercultural communication.
  16. Public-Private Partnerships in Development: Analyzing the role of public-private collaborations in addressing development challenges, including infrastructure projects, healthcare delivery, and education initiatives.
  17. Urban Development and Planning: Strategies for sustainable urban development, urban planning, and addressing the challenges of rapidly growing cities in the developing world.