UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD School of Social and International Studies Department of Development and Economic Studies MSc in Economics &

Finance for Development

Awarding and teaching institution: Final award: Awarded by University of Bradford, taught by Mzumbe University Postgraduate Certificate in Economics and Finance for Development Postgraduate Diploma in Economics and Finance for Development MSc in Economics and Finance for Development [Framework for Higher Education Qualifications level M] PG Cert / PG Dip / MSc in Economics and Finance for Development 1 year full-time November 2010 November 2010

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Introduction
The Division of Development (formerly Bradford Centre for International Development (BCID) is a multidisciplinary division within the School of Social and International Studies (SSIS) at the University of Bradford in the UK. The Divisions activities include undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, short training courses for development professionals, overseas-based consultancy, training and research. Teaching staff have academic backgrounds in branches of economics and other social sciences, but they share some common areas of interest, including regeneration, civil society and NGOs, globalisation, project and programme management, community development and organisational change. All SSIS courses have strong vocational and skill-based elements, in line with the Universitys mission of Making Knowledge Work, and are design ed to be relevant to contemporary issues and professions. For more information see http://www.bradford.ac.uk Mzumbe University is a chartered university in Tanzania with over 50 years of experience in training and HE provision. It has two sites: a main campus in Morogoro providing a range of undergraduate degrees and the Dar Business School which offers Postgraduate provision. Programmes in Dar relate to Business and Public Administration with a range of options taught by specialists in Human Resources, Accountancy, Public Administration and NGO Management. For more information see http://www.mzumbe.ac.tz Both institutions have collaborated on research and training for almost 30 years. The collaboration with Bradford ensures that students based in Tanzania have access to internet-based learning resources which are otherwise unavailable. Students will be registered by both universities. A number of Mzumbe staff have undertaken advanced degrees at the University of Bradford; and many Bradford staff have considerable experience in Tanzania. This degree is delivered in both Bradford and the Dar-es-Salaam Business School of Mzumbe University. The MSc in Economics & Finance for Development provides you with a systematic understanding of economic approaches to development and in particular the role of the finance and financial institutions. This is a fascinating time to study such questions and you will engage with critical and current themes in economic and financial development. You will be able to evaluate the merits of the various mechanisms of financing development and to understand the

bases for financial policy. You have the opportunity to study a range of other modules covering project and programme management, public policy, statistical analysis and development policy. On completion of this degree you may go on to work in an economics or finance policy capacity in government, the private sector, in development agencies (e.g. regional or national development banks) or in the third sector in a capacity relating to economics and finance (e.g. Microfinance or enterprise support and development).

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Programme Aims

The programme is intended to: Postgraduate Certificate A1 A2 A3 Develop your skills to enable you evaluate theory and policy in relation to economics and finance for development. Develop your autonomous learning skills for lifelong learning. Develop your personal and transferable skills in communication, research and planning

Postgraduate Diploma A4 A5 MSc A6 A7 A8 Critically analyse current and emerging research and practice. Critically appraise the nature of evidence in Economics and Finance for Development. Formulate and independently investigate a complex research question and communicate your findings at an advanced level. Equip you with the knowledge and skills to develop to critically analyse policy and practice in Development Policy & International Economics Equip you with the knowledge and skills to become a reflective and critical practitioner

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Programme Learning Outcomes

When you have completed the programme you will be able to: Postgraduate Certificate LO1. Critically evaluate advanced theoretical concepts in Economics and Finance for Development. LO2. Critically appraise policy in relation to Economics and Finance for Development. LO3. Evaluate complex information on a range of issues related to Economics and Finance for Development. LO4. Use initiative in self-directed learning and construct written argument Postgraduate Diploma LO5. Critically reflect on advanced theoretical concepts in Development Policy or International Economics. LO6. Critically evaluate practice or policy-based intervention relating to Development Policy or International Economics. LO7. Synthesise complex information gathered from a range of sources LO8. Apply originality and creative problem solving in dealing with complex issues. MSc LO9. Demonstrate a detailed and critical knowledge of current research and scholarship in specialist area. LO10. Identify appropriate research designs and methods for specific purposes and applications a

LO11. Identify gaps and inconsistencies in the evidence base guiding policy and practice LO12. Apply critical reasoning to the existing evidence base and scholarship

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The Curriculum
Module Title Economics for Development Finance for Development Project Planning, Design and Appraisal Type CORE CORE CORE Credits 20 20 20 Level M M M

Postgraduate Certificate
Module Code ID-7015D ID-7014D ID-7065D

Postgraduate Diploma
Module Code ID-7017D ID-7044D ID-7017D Module Title Issues in Development Policy International Economics Statistical Analysis for Development Type CORE CORE CORE Credits 20 20 20 Level M M M

MSc
Module Code ID-7060Z Occ E Module Title Dissertation in Economics and Finance for Development Type CORE Credits 60 Level M Study period DISS

The curriculum may change, subject to the University's course approval, monitoring and review procedures.

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Teaching, Learning and Assessment Strategies

Most teaching is lecture or group-based for taught course units, while individual supervisors provide specialist guidance during dissertation writing (starting in Semester 2). Hence, as the course progresses, the main learning method gradually becomes more individualised and studentcentred. The programme starts with an intensive induction week to develop your learning and personal development planning skills and to provide an introduction to IT and library resources. Additional group and one to one support is provided to individual students who require it. You are introduced to academic writing, research and analytical skills as part of the preparation for writing your dissertation. To ensure the systematic development of knowledge of key subjects, course units are assessed by a variety of assessments in addition to essays and formal examinations. Group work, where the assessment may be based on a report or a presentation, provides you with both team work experience and practice in different ways of expressing arguments and information. Some modules may also use problem-solving exercises or ask you to develop a portfolio of their work.

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Assessment Regulations Progression and Award

The full text of the Regulations Governing Postgraduate Awards is available on the web at http://www.brad.ac.uk/admin/acsec/QA_Hbk/Postgrad_Taught_Regs.html Masters/PgDip/PgCert Award To be eligible for the award of a Postgraduate Certificate you must achieve at least 40.0% in individual units amounting to 40 Credits and at least 35.0% in individual units amounting to the other 20 Credits.

To be eligible for the award of the Postgraduate Diploma you must achieve at least 40.0% in individual units amounting to 100 Credits and at least 35.0% in individual units amounting to the other 20 Credits. To be eligible for the award of the Degree of Master you must achieve at least 40.0% in individual units amounting to 160 Credits and at least 40.0% in individual units amounting to the other 20 Credits. If you achieve an overall weighted average of at least 70.0% at the initial attempt, including at least 70.0% at the initial attempt in any dissertation, project or major report, you will be eligible for the award of the Degree of Master with Distinction. If you achieve an overall weighted average of at least 60.0%, including at least 60.0% in any dissertation, project or major report, etc., you will be eligible for the award of the Degree of Master with Merit.

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Admission Requirements

The University welcomes applications from all potential students regardless of their previous academic experience; offers are made following detailed consideration of each individual application. Most important in the decision to offer a place is our assessment of a candidates potential to benefit from their studies and of their ability to succeed on this particular programme. Entrance requirements for each programme will vary but consideration of your application will be based on a combination of your formal academic qualifications and other relevant experience. For admissions to a Masters programme, Mzumbe University require an applicant to have a good first degree from a recognised university. For this degree, some prior study of economics will be desirable. Mzumbe will be responsible for handling admissions for all standard applicants. If you have prior certificated learning or professional experience which may be equivalent to parts of this programme, the University has procedures to evaluate this learning in order to provide you with exemptions from specified modules contained within the curriculum. Please talk to staff at Mzumbe University if you do not fit the standard pattern of entry qualifications. The Universities of Bradford and Mzumbe have always welcomed applications from disabled students, and these will be considered on the same academic grounds as are applied to all applicants. If you have some form of disability you may wish to contact the programme leader before you apply.

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Learning Resources

The Learning Support Services of the University of Bradford, comprising the Library the Computer Centre and the Career Development Service, provide comprehensive, user-friendly facilities for students which can be accessed by students from Mzumbe. Distance learning students have access to e-journals through ATHENS and resources available through the Metalib database. The University is a designated European Documentation Centre, with a comprehensive coverage of EU information. There is a Development Collection in the library, and resources from this can be made available online by request. The Learner Development Unit (LDU) at the University of Bradford also provides a valuable resource for you to improve your study skills. The LDU are available for distance learners by email. For this programme, a dedicated resource centre has been established in Mzumbe University funded by the EU Non-State Actors Programme in Tanzania. This contains relevant and current resources in addition to networked computers for students on this programme.

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Student Support and Guidance

Support for you personally and in your course of study, will be provided both by Mzumbe University and the Course Team. You will be allocated a personal tutor who is someone with whom you will be able to talk about any academic or personal concerns. You will be provided with a comprehensive series of handbooks that you can consult on a range of learning issues and your course tutors will be available to consult on subject specific queries. We value the feedback provided by students and collaborate with the Students Union, through a system of course representatives and formal staff student liaison committees, so that any issues you wish to raise are addressed rapidly.
The Students Union and the University of Bradford work in partnership to provide confidential counselling and welfare services where you can get help with any aspect of your personal or academic life. Student Financial and Information Services will provide you with information about a diverse range of issues such as council tax, personal safety and tourist information. International Students can access a range of additional advice and support services through the Students Union. This advice and support is

available for distance learners through email. The University's Careers Development Service exists to provide you with information, advice and guidance to help with any aspect of your career planning. More specifically we can help you by providing information on finding work and further study; providing advice on how to write a CV and complete application forms and help you to prepare for interviews and be successful in getting into your chosen career. Career Development Services also provide career and skill development opportunities through a range of accredited career modules. Like student support services, the Careers service can be accessed by distance learners.

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Education for Sustainable Development

The University of Bradford, and the School of Social and International Studies (SSIS), are committed to the principles of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) set out in UNESCOs definition (see http://www.brad.ac.uk/admin/ecoversity/what-sustainability.php which include: interdisciplinarity; value-driven; critical thinking and problem solving; participatory decision-making; and applied learning which is relevant and culturally appropriate to local and other contexts. In your programme you will find these principles underlie the teaching learning and assessment strategies. The subject matter of this programme is focussed on development as a concept and therefore engages with debates around equity, social justice and the use of resources on a global level. We strive to ensure that students are able to become critical, independent thinkers who can apply knowledge and take action. In addition there are modules in which the themes and issues of ESD are particularly exemplified, such as: Economics for Development which engages with the allocation of resources and their impact on the reduction of poverty in developing countries.

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Further Information

For further information, please check the University prospectus or contact Admissions. The Admissions Office The University of Bradford Richmond Road Bradford, BD7 1DP UK Postgraduate Admissions Office Development and Economic Studies

The University of Bradford Richmond Road Bradford, BD7 1DP UK +44 (0)1274 233054 http://www.brad.ac.uk/courses/ +44 (0)1274 233979 http://www.brad.ac.uk/des The contents of this programme specification may change, subject to the University's regulations and course approval, monitoring and review procedures.

Appendix 1: Curriculum, Teaching and Assessment Map

Module Economics for Development Finance for Development Issues in Development Policy International Economics Project Planning, Design and Appraisal Statistical Analysis for Development Learning Outcome LO 1,2,3,4 LO 1,2,3,4 LO 5,6,7,8 Teaching Lectures/seminars Lectures/seminars Lectures/seminars/ groupwork Lectures/seminars Lectures/seminars Assessment 50% Essay 50% Examination 50% Essay 50% Examination 20% group work 80% Essay 50% Essay 50% Exam 80% Essay 20% Groupwork 10% Multiple choice test 80% Project of 2500 words 10% Research Diary 15% Research Proposal 85% 10-13000 word dissertation

LO 5,6,7,8 LO 4,8

LO 4, 8

Lectures/seminars

Dissertation

LO 9,10,11,12

Individual supervision