The Master of International Development (MIntDev) at Massey University is your pathway to understanding and addressing the complex global challenges that shape human wellbeing and economic progress. You will explore how international economic, social, political, and environmental forces create inequalities and hinder development, gaining the critical insights needed to identify effective strategies for poverty reduction and enhanced quality of life. This postgraduate degree is designed for aspiring professionals eager to contribute meaningfully to development policy, management, and practice on a global scale, equipping you with a robust understanding of development research and theory.
This online Masters degree is studied full-time over 18 months, offering a flexible yet rigorous learning experience. Throughout the course, you will engage with compulsory subjects like Rethinking Development and Development Management, alongside optional specialisations such as Gender and Development or Globalisation and Development. You will develop essential skills in development research design and analysis, culminating in either a substantial research report or a thesis, depending on your chosen pathway. Graduates will be prepared to critically evaluate development initiatives and conduct independent research, pursuing careers in policy, programme management, and international aid organisations.