Graduate Certificate of International and Community Development

Program Overview

This online Bachelor of International and Community Development from Deakin University provides a comprehensive understanding of global and local development challenges. Students develop theoretical knowledge and practical skills to address issues such as poverty, inequality, and environmental vulnerability. Graduates are prepared for careers in organizations focused on social justice, empowerment, and community development, including NGOs, government agencies, and private sector businesses.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This course offers an introduction to global and local development challenges and opportunities, and provides a guaranteed pathway to Deakin's master's degree. Students will gain a deep understanding of the challenges facing humanity and the planet, and develop a balance of theoretical knowledge and practical skills to respond to challenges like poverty, disempowerment, inequality, and environmental vulnerability. The course is delivered on Deakin's premium online learning platform, allowing students to study when and where it suits them.

Outline:

Core units:

• Introduction to International and Community Development
• Cross Cultural Communication and Practice

Elective units (select two):

• Non-Government Organisations and other Development Actors
• Arts and Sports-based Approaches to Community Development
• Private Sector Development: Corporations, Social-Enterprise and Microfinance

Careers:

Graduates of the program are prepared for roles in all organizations that respond to challenges relating to social justice, empowerment, poverty, and community development. Potential career paths include:

• International and domestic non-governmental organizations
• Government agencies
• Local community organizations, councils, and other civil society actors
• Commonwealth departments such as the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT)
• International aid and development agencies such as the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and other UN agencies
• Bilateral and multilateral agencies
• Social enterprise and other private sector businesses
• Teaching
• Travel consulting
• Journalism
• Government and non-government agencies concerned with the flow of trade, services, capital, and personnel