Certificate in International Development

(100% online)

Continuing developments in technology and economic life mean that we now live in a more 'developed' world… but it is also a world that is deeply unequal. The rapid pace of change imposed by processes of economic integration, trade and financial liberalization are producing great wealth for a few, and a growing gap between the rich and those living in extreme poverty. This disparity exposes the limits of globalization and makes the search for global human security - security from hunger, disease and injustice as well as from fear - into a top political imperative.

The award-winning UBC Certificate in International Development meets the growing need for trained professionals with knowledge of international development issues and the skills to work successfully in international environments. The 100% online certificate is designed for those working or planning to work in the field of international development, individuals interested in global issues and those considering future studies.

Required courses provide an overview of international development and intercultural communication issues while elective courses allow for specialization in specific subject areas.

Unique to this program is a focus on intercultural issues and skills in international development. Courses provide practical skills in intercultural communication, and examine the many cultural challenges to development including ethics, project planning and management and multicultural teamwork.

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In addition to our Certificate in International Development we also offer:
Facilitating Online Across Cultures

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STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

" The program has helped me make the career change that I have been longing to make. It allowed me to return to [the field of] international development that I had left for various reasons. Now I am combining international development with the work that I have done in the mining industry to focus on social responsibility issues in mining. As a result, I have just started my own consulting firm to bridge the community, government and industry perspectives to support responsible and sustainable community work in the regions where mining companies are exploring."

"The program has been amazing and has by far surpassed all my expectations.  It is too bad it is not offered at the masters' level, I would definitely register."

"I definitely feel that the discussions in CIC's courses are a great way to learn and that's one of the most valuable aspects of this program."

"The CID program has been very influential in regards to the choices I have made. For example, my thesis for my MBA program was a consulting project for an international development organization; the deliverable included evaluating the socio-economic impact of their operations in Uganda."

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