International Development Management MSc

Program Overview

International Development Management MSc

Overview

The International Development Management MSc is designed to prepare students for a career in development management with an international organization, a non-governmental body, or a government development agency. The course combines theory and practice, providing students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design, implement, and deliver self-sustaining and collaborative development interventions at an international level.

Course Structure

The course consists of eight core modules and one option module. The core modules cover a range of topics, including:

• Current Issues in International Development
• Development Economics and Policy
• International Development Finance
• International Development Management Project
• Managing Data
• Managing Development Interventions
• Research Methods
• Sustainable Energy Policy

The option module allows students to choose from a range of topics, including Data Analysis and Managing International Projects.

Entry Requirements

• A minimum of a lower second-class honors degree (2:2) in a relevant discipline
• Relevant degree disciplines include business studies, economics, geography, management, and operations research
• Alternative professional qualifications with at least three years of relevant professional experience will also be considered
• If the first language is not English, an IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, is required

Tuition Fees

• UK tuition fee: £11,700 (price per academic year)
• International tuition fee: £13,500 (price per academic year)

Funding and Scholarships

• A range of funding schemes are available to help students fund their studies
• The University is dedicated to supporting ambitious and outstanding students and offers a variety of scholarships to eligible postgraduate students

Careers

• The course will particularly suit those seeking to work within NGOs and the international development community
• Graduates from this program have worked as specialist advisers with top NGOs across the globe and as advisers with trade and economic departments in government offices
• The University's Careers and Employability Service has built up a network of over 3,000 employers around the world, helping all students explore and connect with exciting opportunities and careers

Teaching and Assessment

• The learning experience is designed to provide both a practical and theoretical understanding of people management approaches and their impact on organizational behavior
• Assessments typically fall into three broad categories: practical, written exams, and coursework

Facilities

• The University of Westminster has a range of facilities, including the Learning Platform, lecture theaters, library, Bloomberg Financial Market Suite, Digital Marketing Lab, meeting spaces, and cafe

Supporting You

• The Student Hub is where students can find out about the services and support available, helping them get the best out of their time with the University
• Services include study support, personal tutors, student advice team, and extra-curricular activities

Course Location

• The Marylebone Campus has benefited from a multi-million-pound refurbishment, resulting in new workshops, digital studios, and development of the Marylebone Library
• The campus is home to Westminster Business School and the University's award-winning Architecture, Planning, and Tourism courses

Westminster Business School

• Based in the heart of London's political, media, and financial services, Westminster Business School has excellent industry links and a strong commitment to social enterprise
• The school's courses are accredited by professional bodies, including the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), and Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)