Capacity development is central to aid effectiveness. Yet many practitioners are unsure about what capacity development really means, and how to put it into practice.
This course introduces the key concepts, principles, and values of capacity development. You will learn practical skills to help you:
Understand capacity development and how it relates to culture, context, and the Sustainable Development Goals
Assess existing capacity, capacity needs, and change readiness
Work with stakeholders
Formulate capacity goals, objectives, and indicators
Plan and implement a capacity development initiative, using effective tools and methods
Measure the results of a capacity development initiative in a way that fosters learning
Apply NOW if you are:
A capacity development practitioner or researcher
A development professional who wants to implement capacity development in your work
A diplomat responsible for development cooperation
A student or professional interested in moving into, or gaining more understanding of, the development field
The course is facilitated by capacity development professionals with decades of experience working in the field, around the world. It is delivered in an interactive online classroom, with weekly readings, discussions, and short, practical assignments that will help you apply what you learn directly to your daily work.
Read more and apply now at https://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/capacity
Contact admissions@diplomacy.edu in case of questions.
How to register:
Please fill out the online application form.
Please upload a motivation letter with your application (maximum 1 page) indicating:
- Details of your relevant professional and educational background, including your personal objectives and plans for the future.
- Reasons for your interest in this course.
- Why you feel you should be selected to participate in this course: how your participation will benefit you, your institution and/or your country.
- If you are applying for a scholarship (only available to developing country applicants) please include the name and e-mail address of a referee in your organisation.
Selected applicants will be notified shortly after the application deadline.
Late applications will be considered only if places remain in the course. In case of enquiries, please contact us at admissions@diplomacy.edu
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