Overview
This top-rated Master of Management of Development at the Van Hall Larenstein, University of Applied Sciences is renowned for its international learning environment, team projects and linking theory to practice. Relevant work experience is essential to the course, as you contribute by using your own knowledge from the field.After graduating, you will become a competent rural development professional prepared to work at government agencies, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) or other development-related organisations. Your work will be in the areas of food security, communication, innovation and social inclusion. Do you wish to become a change maker? With the Management of Development Master programme you will increase your knowledge, enhance your professional performance and contribute to change.
The Master in Management of Development offers three specialisations:
- Disaster Risk Management
- Food and Nutrition Security
- Social Inclusion, Gender and Youth (RDG)
Career opportunities
- Disaster Risk Management
- Food and Nutrition Security
- Social Inclusion, Gender and Youth
As a specialist in Social Inclusion, Gender and Youth, you may contribute to inclusive transformations that improve circumstances for marginalised people so they are able to participate in society. You recognise that equal access to markets and social services, influence over decisions affecting one’s life improves social economic conditions for everyone. You see young people as key drivers of innovation, entrepreneurship and prosperity. You will design interdisciplinary projects for mainstream social inclusion and reduce inequities, thus increasing livelihood security. As agents for community development, you could find yourself working as be a manager, coordinator or consultant in a (non-)governmental organisation or in the private sector.
Programme Structure
The Master programme in Management of Development consists of 8 main study units:
- Introduction
- Rural Development Theory
- Personal Leadership
- Food Security and Rural Livelihoods
- Organisations and Institutions
- Management of Development Professionalism
- Specialisation study units
- Research and Thesis
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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Credits
The number of ECTS credits granted to course units is based on the workload required to complete those units. 60 credits represent the workload of one year of study. One semester of studies normally comprises 30 ECTS credits and a term/trimester 20.
Delivered
Disciplines
Communication Studies Gender & Sexuality Studies International Development View 32 other Masters in Communication Studies in NetherlandsAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in life sciences or related fields
Work experience
Relevant work experience in middle or higher management positions. If you have less than two years of experience you can still apply, the student Service Centre will then assess if you qualify.
Technological requirements
Computer literacy (Windows, Word, Excel, and Internet use) are highly recommended.
Tuition Fee
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International
13750 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13750 EUR for the full programme during 12 months. -
EU/EEA
13750 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13750 EUR for the full programme during 12 months.
Living costs for Velp
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
The Master programmes are eligible for the Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP). OKP is targeted at professionals from selected countries who, after their studies in the Netherlands, will be able to further develop and strengthen the organisations at which they work.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.