Through the , the Master of Development Practive (MDP) program at the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ connects you to a network of 36 university partners and organizations around the world. The Global MDP was the vision of of . The aim was to address the challenges of sustainable development (such as poverty, health, conservation, climate change, etc.) by training professionals equipped with cross-disciplinary knowledge and skills in sustainable development practice. With generous funding from , the first MDP programs were first launched in 2007.
The Global Association of MDP programs is a registered body with a governance structure that works to support universities, faculty members and students for a just and sustainable world. The network provides students and alumni with:
- Networking opportunities with faculty and other students and alumni
- Representation at the MDP Global Association organizational structure
- Access to job postings suitable for MDP graduates
- Field training opportunities at partner MDP field sites (subject to negotiation and approval)
- Participation at the annual
- Career panels for MDP students and alumni at ICSDP
- Research and publication opportunities
- Access to high level experts in the field of sustainable development through participation in Global Classroom
Visit the to learn more about this internationally recognized program.