International development summer programs

Through its multidisciplinary centers and programs dedicated to the study of world regions and global issues, this program fosters learning about and active participation in the contemporary world. Students who do not meet the eligibility requirements will not be considered and are encouraged to explore other opportunities. The program has application requirements for admission.

Eligible applicants who successfully submit all requirements will be reviewed and notified via email of an admission decision within weeks. See Application Requirements below for details. Early application is strongly encouraged. Application for the International Development Summer Institute can be done conveniently online using the steps below. Those who are not prepared to pay after program acceptance can submit their registration form and retrieve registration at another time to make payment, however you risk losing a space in the program if the program reaches capacity prior to the ability to pay.

For questions and assistance, please contact us at info summer. The schedule and syllabus are subject to change. Enrolled students will be given updated materials closer to the program start date. The fee for a summer course is calculated based on the unit value the course carries.

In addition to the course fee, students are assessed other campus and administrative fees during the summer. Below is a summary of fees that apply to all UCLA students both in-state and out-of-state. For a complete description of fees including payment instructions, refunds, delinquency and financial aid, visit the fees, payment and financial aid section. Coleman African Studies Center from to Professor Lofchie teaches undergraduate and graduate introductions to comparative government, and offers graduate seminars on the political economy of Africa and structural adjustment.

His research focuses on the politics of economic reform in Africa. He has worked as a consultant to U. Coleman African Studies Center, is a lecturer with the International Development Studies Interdepartmental Program, and works with a number of committees dedicated to pedagogical reform and community engagement on and off-campus. Their borrowers then begin reporting their daily financials sales, expenses, stock purchases while paying off their loan and tracking their next loan limit.

Most subsequent loans are disbursed automatically. I have been lucky enough to intern with Numida twice. In summer , I worked remotely from Boston. And in summer , I worked in-person from Kampala, Uganda. This allowed me to intern twice and be able to have the in-person experience. In summer , I worked on a project with other two people at Numida, and we built a proprietary credit score to evaluate the credit risk of loan applicants.

The first internship presented the usual challenges of remote work. During my second internship, a lockdown was imposed in Kampala for some weeks, and I had to work from home during that period. Fortunately, I had enough time to have an in-person experience and we are more trained now on how to tackle volatile conditions that the COVID pandemic imposed on our lives. It was challenging to balance the objective of financial inclusion while also making the business sustainable.

I was impressed by the amount of vegetation in Uganda. Everywhere you look you see lots of green. Ugandan people are friendly and laid back. I got the chance to meet them at the office and outside the office on a few occasions. I was lucky enough to travel around the country and was impressed by its beauty.

My cohort was deeply affected by the pandemic. My work with BetterGovs focused on understanding and designing solutions to the challenges that government leaders often face in implementing public policy.

While most public servants focus primarily on the first criterion, they often struggle with the last two. During my internship, I worked closely with the CEO on finding methods that government leaders can adopt to carry policy to fruition.

As a former government employee, I realized that no matter the rank, we can be truly transformational in affecting change from within. I am honored that by empowering public sector leaders I got to assist governments around the world carry their policies to fruition. I have significant experience with startups and social enterprises, so I was able to work with her on identifying ways in which we could maximize our own impact; for instance, by improving our business model, expanding our network, and engaging with our target audience.

BetterGovs's mission is unapologetically ambitious. Anyone with a basic understanding of how governments work knows that implementing public policy is incredibly complex and dependent on several—and often unpredictable—variables. For instance, when you think about a bill achieving its intended effect, you can't just worry about the technical aspects; bills are subject to political influences, outside and within the sponsoring party, they have to withstand the influence of lobbyists, and then even if they pass as intended, still have to be assigned adequate resources, implemented within a specific timeline, enforced by the right government structures, etc.

I firmly believe the downstream aspects of policy implementation are the most challenging ones and that's exactly what we are trying to tackle with BetterGovs. Specifically in my experience, designing tools that can be impactful but realistic was very challenging. But I relied largely on the public sector leaders that I connected with thanks to BetterGovs to draw from their as well as my own experience to guide our work.

It's shocking how few organizations exist to empower public sector leaders. When you think about it, we expect public sector leaders to navigate largely bureaucratic organizations, lacking resources, and usually for a less competitive compensation, without giving them any support.

In the private sector, on the other hand, executives often have leadership training, coaching, mentorship resources, among others, and invariably are more motivated and supported to excel. It's unclear why most governments demand just as much if not more from their employees as the private sector, yet often fail to provide them with the necessary resources. With that gap in mind, I was surprised by how unique and original our work is. I couldn't really tell of an organization that is working on these same issues other than BetterGovs.

Despite being so young, Sandy, our CEO, is incredibly accomplished. Working directly with her was an incredible learning opportunity for me. I know that at some point I want to return to the public sector, and she gave me the trust and support that I needed to continue growing as a leader.

Just hearing about her own personal experiences and how she got to where she is today has been fascinating. I am particularly interested in the challenges that governments face with regard to technology and digital transformation. We live in very exciting times with regard to technology, and how it is impacting our daily lives, from how we get educated, interact with the health system, pay for things, and communicate, among others.

I think governments have tremendous power—and consequent responsibility—in shaping how new technologies impact citizens, so I hope to use my fall delving deeper into the private-public intersection in technology.

Further, I am really excited about my own entrepreneurial experience, and hope to apply everything I learned this summer as I helped grow BetterGovs.

In this internship, I analyzed the macroeconomic and financial conditions of emerging economies, Chile especially, to determine how vulnerable these economies are in a scenario in which the Fed begins to normalize its monetary policy. I researched international experience on thematic bonds from development economies and international corporations such as International Finance Corporation, IDB Invest, and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development among others.

Chile is the first Latin American country to issue green bonds in international markets; the first green bond was issued in Not many countries have issued this type of bonds for example, the United Kingdom entered this market this year. I was very surprised with the quality of financial economists working at the Ministry of Finance. I learned a lot from them.

Czech Republic: Tonmeister Technology Study the art of recording live music in Prague, the vibrant Eastern European home to world-class musicians, famous concert halls, churches, and the film music recording industry. France: Global Food Cultures Adventure through the streets of Paris learning about local cuisine, culture and history. Germany and France: Visual and Performing Arts Administration This course explores policies and trends in visual and performing arts administration in major European markets.

Ghana: International Development and Education Learn how international development actors engage in their work, reflect on the importance of flexibility and context, and deepen your understanding of education and international development.

Israel: Food, Culture and Nutrition This multidisciplinary course will use NYU Tel Aviv as a base to explore the complexity of a wide range of issues related to food, nutrition, culture, health, and agriculture in countries surrounding the Mediterranean. Italy: Art Therapy Forge connections with local communities in Florence this summer as you practice hands-on art therapy training.

South Africa: Educational and Social Reform Examine how social and educational reforms influence access and equity issues in education through discussions with professionals in the field and analyzing case studies.

Sweden: Therapeutic Approaches in Speech Pathology: Voice Learn speech and language science best practices this summer in Sweden, a country known for its state-of-the-art approaches. United Kingdom: Comparative Perspectives on Autism and Well-Being This course examines literature and research findings for evidence that supports the treatment of children and youth with autism in a variety of settings. United Kingdom: Drama and Youth Immerse yourself in the study of drama in education and theatre for young audiences in London.

Skip to main content. Search form Search. What Sets Us Apart week internship week immersive international summer internship, with financial support. About the Program Working in the field of educational development in the 21st century requires an understanding of the complex interrelationships between local and global political, economic, and cultural dynamics.

Application Deadline. Course requirements. Typical course load. Format s. Additional offering We also offer a doctoral concentration in International Educational Development. Request Information. Ivy League Opportunity Students find the program to be an excellent blend of theory, research, skill-building, and practice. Community Students move through the program as part of a talented, global, and intimate cohort.

Perspective The International Educational Development Program Speaker Series gives students direct access to leaders in international educational development and provides opportunities to learn about the cutting-edge global issues. Jan Virtual Financial Aid Info Session. Tuesday, January 18, - pm. Learn about the new and existing scholarships available at Penn GSE! Feb Our Faculty. Alec Ian Gershberg. Regional Science , University of Pennsylvania.

Amrit Thapa. Adjunct Associate Professor. Krystal Strong. Assistant Professor. Daniel A. Michelle Neuman. Ameena Ghaffar-Kucher, Ed. Director Daniel A. Wagner, Ph. Before the program I had one way of looking at problems—now I have a degree view. International Educational Development M. Our Graduates Our graduates have an enhanced understanding of the interplay of local, national, and international politics, policies, and priorities in a world of rapid educational change, and are able to critically read and persuasively communicate evidence-based knowledge to a diverse set of stakeholders.

Distinctive Skills Foundational knowledge of the history of international development institutions, their efforts, and their theoretical frameworks Disposition and ability to understand issues of educational policy and practice from a comparative and international perspective Enhanced understanding of the interplay of local, national, and international politics, policies, and priorities in the dynamics of educational change Quantitative and qualitative research and evaluation skills necessary for examining educational issues in cross-national contexts Preparation for reading critically and communicating evidence-based knowledge persuasively to a variety of stakeholders Internship experience that will foster the application of academic knowledge to policy and practice in the applied settings.

Contact Information. How to Apply. Penn GSE hosts university leaders from India for weeklong symposium on higher education leadership, administration.