Master of Arts in Development Management
An interdisciplinary Master's programme focused on the management of international development projects and programmes.
Best for:Best for professionals and graduates in social sciences, economics, or law seeking to specialize in the management of international development projects.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Development Management at Ruhr-Universität Bochum is an 18-month full-time programme designed to train professionals for careers in international development cooperation. The curriculum integrates theoretical foundations from social sciences and economics with practical tools for project cycle management, planning, and evaluation. Students engage in multidisciplinary coursework, participate in field research, and have the opportunity to undertake a three-month internship. The programme culminates in a Master's thesis that addresses a specific research problem within the field of development management.
What you'll do
- Engage in multidisciplinary coursework covering development theories and strategies.
- Apply empirical research methods to analyze development programmes and projects.
- Develop and implement a research project for the Master's thesis.
- Conduct field research in developing countries to gather empirical data.
- Participate in professional internships within development organizations or the private sector.
- Present research findings in seminar papers and a final Master's thesis.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree (upper second or equivalent) in political science, social science, law, economics, human geography, or related fields.
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: English; C1 level required.
Instruction: English
- Academic background in social sciences, economics, or related disciplines.
- Practical experience related to the management of development programmes or projects.
- English proficiency at C1 level (e.g., IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 80).
- Hold a relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
- Demonstrate practical experience in development management.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-12-31
Applications must be submitted via the official programme website. Candidates wishing to apply for a DAAD-EPOS scholarship must submit their applications by 30 September 2027, while all other candidates have until 31 December 2027.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency
- CV
- Statement of purpose
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