Search result: Catalogue data in Autumn Semester 2019

Number	Title	Type	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
MAS in Development and Cooperation The lectures and advanced training courses of NADEL are accessible only for students of the MAS in Development and Cooperation and for qualified employees with at least two years experience in development cooperation and a Master's level or equivalent level of education as recognized by ETH. PhD students doing empirical research in development cooperation may be admitted "sur Dossier".
Advanced Training Courses
865-0000-01L	Planning and Monitoring of Projects Only for MAS/CAS in Development and Cooperation students, as well as specialists with at least 24 months of practical experience in international cooperation. ETH doctoral students working on topics related to poverty reduction in low- and middle income countries may also be admitted. Registration only through the NADEL administration office.	W	2 credits	3G	K. Schneider, L. B. Nilsen
Abstract	The course provides a deeper understanding of the methodological foundations of results-oriented planning and steering of development projects. Together with the participants, we reflect on the situation-specific application of instruments for project planning and the development of a monitoring system, which makes it possible, in complex contexts, to comprehensibly adapt and steer projects.
Learning objective	Participants are able to describe the project planning process using appropriate technical terminology, to make a comprehensive description of the initial situation and to initiate the elaboration of an intervention logic. Participants are also able to design monitoring processes and derive steering measures during project implementation.
Content	• Basic concepts of result-oriented project cycle management • Methods, instruments, and resources needed for project planning • The logical framework as a project planning and monitoring tool • Methods, instruments, and resources needed for project monitoring, and for the development of a monitoring system, including indicators for assessing objectives achievement and steering adjust-ments • Alternatives to the logframe (approach) in project cycle management
Prerequisites / Notice	Students of the course must fulfill requirements specified on the homepage of NADEL.
865-0044-03L	Engaging with Policy Processes: Strategies and Tools Only for MAS/CAS in Development and Cooperation students, as well as specialists with at least 24 months of practical experience in international cooperation. ETH doctoral students working on topics related to poverty reduction in low- and middle income countries may also be admitted. Registration only through the NADEL administration office.	W	2 credits	3G	F. Brugger, K. Schneider
Abstract	The course enables participants to understand the significance of the engagement of civil society organisations in policy processes in order to overcome exclusion and foster voice. The course acquaints participants with concepts and practice of civil society participation in shaping policies at micro and macro level and provides practical tools for influencing political processes.
Learning objective	Recognizing that development is inherently political, this course covers political processes and how they intertwine with the goals and strategies of various agents in international cooperation. It discusses the significance and implications of civil society’s efforts to foster voice and inclusion. The course provides a nuanced understanding of different strategic options and approaches to contribute to policy processes and offers tools that have proven to be effective in practical development cooperation work. It provides an opportunity for participants to apply concepts related to the strengthening of civil society to their projects and case studies.
Content	- Understanding policy processes: Institutions and actors at the macro, meso and micro level - Political settlements, power distribution and inequalities of access to rights and resources - Exclusive and fragile institutions, and the influence of dominant coalitions - Policy in terms of rules and norms emerging from a negotiation process between interdependent actors - Actor-oriented approaches, methods and tools to analyse, engage with and contribute to policy processes
Prerequisites / Notice	Students of the course must fulfil requirements specified on the homepage of NADEL. Electronic registration may be done only after registration with NADEL secretariate.
865-0021-00L	Fraud and Corruption: Prevent, Detect, Investigate, Sanction Does not take place this semester. Only for MAS/CAS in Development and Cooperation students, as well as specialists with at least 24 months of practical experience in international cooperation. ETH doctoral students working on topics related to poverty reduction in low- and middle income countries may also be admitted. Registration only through the NADEL administration office.	W	1 credit	2G
Abstract	The course examines forms, causes and effects of fraud and corruption in developing countries. Participants receive an introduction to the main concepts and mechanisms of prevention, detection, investigation and sanctioning. By using practical examples, the course prepares participants for dealing with fraud and corruption related issues in the context of development projects.
Learning objective	Participants are able to describe and reflect on different forms, causes and effects of fraud and corruption in the context of development cooperation. Based on common concepts and mechanisms of the international community they are able to apply and differentiate prevention, detection, investigation and sanctioning of fraud.
865-0065-00L	VET between Poverty Alleviation and Economic Development Only for MAS/CAS in Development and Cooperation students, as well as specialists with at least 24 months of practical experience in international cooperation. ETH doctoral students working on topics related to poverty reduction in low- and middle income countries may also be admitted. Registration only through the NADEL administration office.	W	2 credits	3G	K. Harttgen, F. Kehl, M. Maurer
Abstract	The course aims at strengthening the capacity in portfolio management for VET, skills development and active labor market policies. It deals with basic issues and challenges of Vocational Education and Training (VET) in Developing Countries. In view of the many of school leavers VET has to place itself between the contradicting intensions of quality education and short-term training interventions.
Learning objective	The participants are able to - Assess project proposals and ongoing project regarding their relevance and suitability in the specific country context - Explain strengths and weaknesses of the opposing approaches "dual apprenticeship" and "competency based training" as well as synergies and incompatibilities between the two - Describe the competent use of tools currently applied in VET
Prerequisites / Notice	Students of the course must fulfil requirements specified on the homepage of NADEL. Electronic registration may be done only after registration with NADEL secretariate.
865-0000-11L	Fragile Contexts – From Humanitarian Aid to Development Only for MAS/CAS in Development and Cooperation students, as well as specialists with at least 24 months of practical experience in international cooperation. ETH doctoral students working on topics related to poverty reduction in low- and middle income countries may also be admitted. Registration only through the NADEL administration office.	W	2 credits	3G	F. Brugger, S. J. A. Mason
Abstract	The course explores characteristics of fragility and how they are measured and monitored. It further discusses cooperation between actors (peace building, security, humanitarian, development cooperation) and explores how development programming has to be adapted to these situations.
Learning objective	The course explores characteristics of fragility and how they are measured and monitored. It further discusses cooperation between actors (peace building, security, humanitarian, development cooperation) and explores how development programming has to be adapted to these situations.
865-0004-00L	Qualitative Research for Development Practitioners Only for MAS/CAS in Development and Cooperation students, as well as specialists with at least 24 months of practical experience in international cooperation. ETH doctoral students working on topics related to poverty reduction in low- and middle income countries may also be admitted. Registration only through the NADEL administration office.	W	2 credits	3G	L. B. Nilsen
Abstract	Qualitative research has much to offer to the practical work of development organizations. This course will provide an overview of the principles and practice of qualitative research and illustrate ways in which qualitative research can be incorporated into the programme cycle. Participants will learn to collect and analyse data, using qualitative methods.
Learning objective	The course aims to demystify qualitative research and build the skills of development practitioners in using qualitative methods confidently, and to communicate findings to different audiences.
Content	• The qualitative research approach. • Qualitative research methods, including interviews, focus group discussions and participant observation. • Designing and planning qualitative studies. • Qualitative data analysis and interpretation. • Reporting of qualitative results. • Embedding qualitative research within a project cycle.
Prerequisites / Notice	Targeting students doing a CAS in Development and Cooperation

Project Assignment
Number	Title	Type	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
865-0800-00L	Project Assignment Only for MAS in Development and Cooperation	O	25 credits	45P	external organisers
Abstract	MAS ETH D&C students complete project assignments at renowned organizations in international cooperation. The goal is to get to know the complex working reality of the modern development cooperation on site, and to gain relevant work experience. The assignment has a performance component and a learning component. The duration of the project assignment is between 8 and 10 months.
Learning objective	- Apply knowledge acquired during the semester to a specific project setting - Get to know the complex interdisciplinary and intercultural working reality - Gain experience in project-based collaboration with different social stakeholders - Gain professional experience in international cooperation
Prerequisites / Notice	For the implementation of these project assignments NADEL is cooperating with some 30 governmental and non-governmental development organizations. Preconditions for the start are the successful completion of the study semester, adequate language skills (en; fr; es; depending on the country of assignment) and the medical suitability. The costs are financed through a scholarship from the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC).

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