-Taught by internationally renowned academics working at the forefront of research and policy development
-Examine development finance against the background of development and macroeconomic policy
-Analyse the role of development finance in economic development from micro and macro perspectives
-Focus on financial inclusion, microfinance, institutional design and policy reform in domestic and international financial systems
WHAT WILL YOU STUDY?
Sample modules:
-Development finance
-Microfinance
-Theories and practices of development
-Macroeconomics for developing countries
-Appraisal of agricultural and rural development projects
Please note that all modules are subject to change.
WHAT CAREER CAN YOU HAVE?
Our programmes are excellent preparation for careers in international and rural development, agricultural economics, and marketing within the food chain and policy. Some 96% of our graduates are in work or further study six months after graduating.
Engagement with a wide variety of visiting speakers and field trips provides many opportunities for networking. In addition, competitive internships and placements, and research dissertations are an opportunity to showcase your skills, undertake overseas field research or link with organisations in the development sector. For examples of organisations our graduates go on to, please visit:
http://www.reading.ac.uk/giidae
You are normally required to have a good first or second class honours degree (or equivalent from a university outside the UK) in a subject which includes a significant element of economics and/or accounting/finance. Applicants without sufficient knowledge of economics/accounting or finance may be admitted provided they attend a pre-sessional course. IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent).
