Program Overview
The PhD in Innovation in Global Development trains students to critically examine global development, fostering innovative practices for a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable future. The program emphasizes inclusivity, context-specificity, and diverse perspectives, equipping students with research capabilities, leadership skills, and global perspectives to tackle complex development challenges. Graduates pursue careers as development researchers, government officials, faculty, and professionals in organizations dedicated to poverty alleviation and global progress.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The PhD program in Innovation in Global Development focuses on critical and diverse perspectives on global development, challenging the status quo with innovative practices. This research-driven program offers flexibility to cater to students committed to creating a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable future.
Objectives:
- Train students to reimagine development pathways for transformative change.
- Develop research capabilities, critical thinking, leadership, and global perspectives.
Program Description:
- Emphasizes inclusivity, context-specificity, and social, cultural, and ecological sensitivity.
- Provides rigorous training with diverse perspectives on global development.
- Equips students to tackle complex development challenges and promote sustainable futures.
Outline:
Required Core (14 credit hours):
- Re-Thinking Global Development (4)
- Innovation for Inclusive Development (4)
- Methods for Research in Global Development (4)
- Colloquium in Innovation in Global Development (2)
Reading and Conference (3 credit hours):
- Students complete IGD 790: Topic: Dissertation Prospectus
Electives or Research (55 credit hours):
- Chosen in consultation with the student's committee
- May include up to 30 credit hours transferred from a previous Master's degree
Culminating Experience (12 credit hours):
- IGD 799 Dissertation (12)
Assessment:
- Written comprehensive exam
- Oral comprehensive exam
- Dissertation proposal
- Dissertation
Teaching:
- Faculty with expertise in various fields of global development
- Diverse teaching methodologies including lectures, discussions, seminars, and independent research
- Emphasis on developing research skills, critical thinking, and communication abilities
Careers:
- Development researchers, consultants, and specialists
- Government officials and leaders in civil society organizations
- Faculty at universities and research institutions
- Program officers and poverty alleviation advocates
- Professionals working with organizations like the World Bank, UN agencies, and NGOs
Other:
- Global learning opportunities encouraged
- Potential for funding to support research, study, and professional development
- Focus on developing well-rounded professionals equipped to contribute to a more equitable future for all.
