The Institute Philosophy The Master of Arts in Development Management
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Since winter 2000, the Institute of Development Research and Development Policy has offered an international English-language Master Program in Development Management. Since May 2002, the program has also been offered at the University of the Western Cape, South Africa; originally as part of the DAAD initiative "German Programs of Study Abroad" and now as part of the DAAD funded "South African - German Centre for Development Research and Criminal Justice". The duration of each program cycle is three semesters (18 months). For each intake, up to 25 students are accepted in Bochum and up to 20 students in Cape Town. The next intake of the MA in Development Management is in 2012! The following links and pages explain the aims and objectives of our MA program, its organizational and formal requirements, and details addressing frequently asked questions. Our AimThe aim of the 18-month MA in Development Management is the training of professionals to meet the increasing need for experts in program and project management that has emerged in international development cooperation.
Alumni testimonial by M.A. Catherine Promise Biira, Uganda "The richest experience I had was the realization that there is so much potential in people that even they themselves may not be aware of. Participating in the program unlocked so much potential in me. It gave me the drive and confidence to come this far and beyond" The course provides the student the necessary tools to deal with the practical problems of managing development programs and projects: an introduction to theory for embedding them in a wider context, an interdisciplinary approach to methodology based on case studies for concrete analysis and the application of theoretical and methodological knowledge. Practical RelevanceAn important question often posed by potential students and applicants is: "What can I gain as additional qualification from this MA Program?" Besides the academic qualifications we are imparting and teaching, one main characteristic of our program is its practical relevance. This starts with the internship, which is arranged by the institute , complemented with continuous career counseling, establishment of a scientific network within the Institute through Alumni Management and the integrated PhD School in International Development. The IEE proudly states that that over 85% of our MADM graduates are now working as professionals in the field of development cooperation.
Alumni testimonial by M.A. Phaustine Wabwire, Kenya “I would greatly hail the partnership between IEE and UWC. This for me was the best development collaboration in practice. The opportunity to study at both institutions greatly widened my outlook on both academic and professional circles”
Our partner in Cape TownStarting in mid-2000 the IEE has been offering its international MA in Development Management in cooperation with the Institute for Social Development (ISD) and the School of Government (SoG) at the University of the Western Cape. This is the first time that a German MA in Development Management is available in South Africa.
Alumni testimonial by M.A. Laura Gorety Crespo Benítez, Mexico "The programme widened a lot my oportunities to get a development-related job and I really got some abilities and knowledge that not many people in my country have related to designing a project or international cooperation"
For more information on the MADM please visit following sections: "Course Structure Master in Development Management" "The Master in Development Management in Bochum, Germany" for all the specific information related to the intake located in Bochum, Germany. "Master in Development Management in Cape Town, South Africa" for all specific information related to the intake located at the University of the Western Cape in Cape Town, Republic of South Africa. "2nd Degree Option" for the details regarding the chance to obtain a second degree at our partner university in Cape Town If you still have any questions feel free to contact us directly! The MA in Development Management has been accredited for the second time by ACQUIN in 2007. The accreditation is valid until 2014.  For further information about our MA in Development Management have a look at the MADM fact sheet.
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