International development in its many forms presents one of the most interesting challenges for today’s world. Broad introduction to international development and deals with the origin and various theories of development, contextual factors, administration of sustainable international development, transfer of technology and ethical issues involved in international development. Exclusion: IDVP 301

Provides a biblical, theological and missiological foundation for ministries of development and disaster relief. Looks at the whole narrative of Scripture and the concept of missio Dei, how poverty is conceptualized in the Old and New Testaments, including how the Early Church and then missions throughout history address issues such as social justice as part of Christian missions. Also looks at whether transformation is a biblical concept, and how to balance evangelism and the verbal proclamation of the Gospel with development and disaster relief. Prerequisite: IDVP 101

Examines how prominent theories of development, namely modernization, dependency, neo-liberalism, Marxism and critical theories have shaped international development. Analyzes the main arguments, similarities and differences of these theoretical approaches and their implications on so- called developing countries. The political, economic and the cultural dimensions of development thinking, including their interrelations will also be examined. Prerequisite: IDVP 101

Deals with cross-culture theories, cross- culture comparisons, culture values and norms, languages, communications and challenges in working with people from different cultures. Other subjects covered include globalization and transnationalism. Prerequisite: 6 credit hours in CHRI or IDVP Same as CHRI 367 and SOCI 307

Same as CHRI 366 and SOCI 306

Microfinance provides financial services to the poor and has often been touted as a model example of a social entrepreneurship innovation that addresses both social and economic problems. However, it has been under scrutiny of late in light of concerns over consumer protection and increasing commercialization of the field, and questions remain about its effectiveness in lifting its clients out of poverty. The course will address these issues from both a theoretical and developmental perspective and provide in-depth discussion on emerging issues in the microfinance world. Prerequisite: 6 credit hours in IDVP

Examines key concepts surrounding food security, food sovereignty, livelihoods, and the interrelation between the production and consumption of food. Also explores the evolution of contemporary global agricultural systems as well as the origins and impacts of social movements for sustainable agriculture, animal welfare, and fair trade. Prerequisite: 6 credit hours in IDVP

Project management is more than proposal writing. At the core of project management is developing and implementing a theory of change or project logic. It involves every aspect of a project cycle – assessment, design, implementation, evaluation and lessons learnt. This course will introduce students to every aspect of project cycle management. Prerequisites: BUSI 261, IDVP 101 Exclusion: IDVP 323

Builds on the concepts and tools introduced in PM I and focuses specifically on project design and proposal writing. Introduces the variety of requirements expected by donors as well as the different formats for proposal writing. Will culminate in students designing a project and writing a full proposal for a donor. Prerequisite: IDVP 391.

Students work at a local non-governmental organization (NGO), typically beginning the summer between their second and third years and continuing in a cross-cultural setting with the same NGO in the winter semester of their third year. A minimum of 96 hours at the NGO must be completed. Prerequisite: 12 credit hours in IDVP Permission required

Focuses on operations and logistics, specifically in humanitarian assistance. Provides an overview of what is humanitarian assistance, who the various actors are, the sectors in disaster response, and the issues related to implementing humanitarian programs. The second part of the course focuses on field operations for development and humanitarian projects. Prerequisite: 9 credit hours in IDVP Exclusion: IDVP 331

Examines a wide variety of issues central to the politics of foreign aid. Examines the various actors, dynamics, theories, and challenges that constitute the foreign aid regime. Also explores how the various forms of foreign aid shape development outcomes in the Global South for better or for worse. Prerequisite: 9 credit hours in IDVP

Students complete a major research project in international development that demonstrates their ability to formulate a research question, use existing theories and methodologies, gather research data, conduct an analysis with both quantitative and qualitative methods and formulate conclusions. Only offered to students in their final year of an honours program in International Development Application required