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The coordination of International Cooperation projects is a complex task that requires highly trained professionals. Don't think twice and improve your professional skills with this specialized certificate for Psychologists” 

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Organizations working in the field of International Cooperation must have a broad knowledge of the region in which they are going to operate, as well as its needs, available resources and regulations. An overview of the place will allow them to work effectively, saving time and resources. For this reason, development workers need to carry out exhaustive analyses both in the phase prior to the design of intervention projects, as well as in the subsequent phases, since the evaluation of the work carried out will be what will make it possible to distinguish whether a project is successful or not, and even whether it can be reused in another region with similar needs. 

In order to increase the specialization of psychologists who wish to work in this field, TECH has designed this comprehensive Postgraduate certificate, which has a high academic level syllabus and up to date with the main developments in the field. For this, TECH has a specialized teaching team, which has also reflected the experience of their work in different areas of intervention.

This program combines basic knowledge in international cooperation and development applied to the field of psychology, tools that allow the development worker to seek to improve the performance of their functions in those fields that people and communities demand, orienting them to change and focusing them on the present situation through the tools and resources of cooperation.  

In addition, as it is a 100% online program, the Psychologists will be able to combine the study of this comprehensive course with the rest of their daily obligations, choosing at all times where and when to study. A high-level program that will take these professionals to the highest level in their field.

A high-level educational program created by the best experts in the field, which will allow you to achieve professional success"

This Postgraduate certificate in Design, Monitoring and Assessment of International Development Cooperation Projects contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

  • The development of case studies presented by experts in international cooperation of peoples
  • The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
  • Latest developments in Design, Monitoring and Assessment of International Development Cooperation Projects
  • Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
  • Emphasis on innovative methodologies in International Development Cooperation
  • Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
  • Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This program is the best investment you can make when selecting a refresher program, for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge in International Development Cooperation, you will obtain a Postgraduate certificate from TECH Global University”

It includes in its teaching staff, professionals belonging to the field of international cooperation, who bring to this program the experience of their work, in addition to recognized specialists from prestigious reference societies and universities.  

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive learning experience designed to prepare for real-life situations.  

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, through which Psychologists must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise. For this purpose, the specialist will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system developed by renowned and experienced experts in Design, Monitoring and Assessment of International Development Cooperation Projects.  

Increase your decision-making confidence by updating your knowledge through this Postgraduate certificate"

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We offer you the most complete Postgraduate certificate with the best teaching methodology"

Syllabus

The structure of the contents has been designed by a team of professionals from the best educational institutions and universities in the country, who are aware of the relevance of up-to-date, innovative learning and are committed to quality teaching using new educational technologies.

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A comprehensive teaching program, structured in well-developed teaching units, oriented towards efficient and swift learning that is compatible with your personal and professional life" 

Module 1. Design, Monitoring and Assessment of International Development Cooperation Projects

1.1. Fundamental Knowledge for the Design of International Development Cooperation Projects 

1.1.1. Introduction 
1.1.2. Meaning of the Project 
1.1.3. Types of Projects 
1.1.4. The Project Cycle 
1.1.5. Steps to Elaborate a Project 
1.1.6. Identification 
1.1.7. Design 
1.1.8. Execution and Follow-Up 
1.1.9. Evaluation 
1.1.10. Bibliography 

1.2. The Logical Framework Approach 

1.2.1. Introduction 
1.2.2. What Is the Logical Framework Approach? 
1.2.3. Approaches to the Method 
1.2.4. Definitions of the Method 
1.2.5. Steps of the Method 
1.2.6. Conclusions 
1.2.7. Bibliography 

1.3. Project Identification According to LFA I 

1.3.1. Introduction 
1.3.2. Participation Analysis 
1.3.3. Criteria for the Selection of Project Beneficiaries 
1.3.4.  Outline of the Results of the Participation Analysis 
1.3.5. Difficulties in Participation Analysis 
1.3.6. Golden Rule of Participation Analysis 
1.3.7. Case Study 

1.3.7.1. Diseases in the Montecito Community 
1.3.7.2. Participation Analysis 

1.3.8. Bibliography 

1.4. Project Identification According to LFA II

1.4.1. Introduction 
1.4.2. Analysis of the Problems 
1.4.3. How the Problem Tree Arises 
1.4.4. Steps to Elaborate a Problem Tree 
1.4.5. Problems in the Elaboration of a Problem Tree 
1.4.6. Conclusions 

1.4.6.1. Analysis of Objectives 
1.4.6.2. Problem Tree 

1.4.7. Bibliography 

1.5. Project Identification According to LFA III

1.5.1. Analysis of Alternatives 
1.5.2. How to Conduct the Analysis of Alternatives 
1.5.3. Criteria for Evaluating Alternatives 
1.5.4. Sequence for Conducting the Analysis of Alternatives 
1.5.5. Conclusions 
1.5.6. Bibliography 

1.6. The Logical Framework Approach to Project Design 

1.6.1. Introduction 
1.6.2. Planning Matrix 

1.6.2.1. Vertical Logic 
1.6.2.2. Horizontal Logic 

1.6.3. Origin of the Planning Matrix 
1.6.4. Composition of the Planning Matrix 
1.6.5. Contents of the Planning Matrix 
1.6.6. Bibliography 

1.7. Indicators and Assessment of International Cooperation Projects for the Development of Peoples 

1.7.1. Introduction 
1.7.2. What Is Viability? 
1.7.3. Feasibility Factors 
1.7.4. Evaluation 
1.7.5. Types of Evaluations 
1.7.6. Assessment Criteria 
1.7.7. Design of Assessment 
1.7.8. Assessment Indicators 
1.7.9. Data Collection and Analysis Tools 
1.7.10. Collection of Information 
1.7.11. Bibliography

1.8. Project Design according to the Logical Framework Approach II: Practical Cases 

1.8.1. Introduction 
1.8.2. Case Study Presentation 

1.8.2.1. Diseases in the Montecito Community 

1.8.3. Annexes 
1.8.4. Bibliography 

Module 2. Humanitarian Action and International Development Cooperation 

2.1. Humanitarian Action 

2.1.1. Introduction 
2.1.2. What Is Humanitarian Action?

2.1.2.1. Concepts/Definition 

2.1.3. Definition of Humanitarian 
2.1.4. What Is Humanitarian Aid for
2.1.5. Goals of Humanitarian Action 
2.1.6. Beneficiaries of Humanitarian Action 
2.1.7. The Concept of Aid 
2.1.8. Emergency Aid 

2.1.8.1. Lines of Action for Emergency Aid 

2.1.9. Humanitarian Aid 

2.1.9.1. Differences between Humanitarian Aid and Humanitarian Action 

2.1.10. Conclusions 
2.1.11. Bibliography 

2.2. Humanitarian Action and International Development Cooperation 

2.2.1. Introduction 
2.2.2. History of Humanitarian Action 

2.2.2.1. Modern Humanitarianism 
2.2.2.2. Evolution 

2.2.3. Ethical and Operational Principles of Humanitarian Action 
2.2.4. Humanitarian Principles 

2.2.4.1. Dilemmas that Contribute 

2.2.5. Humanity 

2.2.5.1. Definitions and Dilemmas 

2.2.6. Impartiality 

2.2.6.1. Definitions and Dilemmas 

2.2.7. Neutrality 

2.2.7.1. Definitions and Dilemmas 

2.2.8. Independence 

2.2.8.1. Definitions and Dilemmas 

2.2.9. Universality 

2.2.9.1. Definitions and Dilemmas 

2.2.10. Conclusions 
2.2.11. Bibliography 

2.3. Contents and Specific Objectives of Humanitarian Action I 

2.3.1. Introduction 
2.3.2. Humanitarian Action and Development Cooperation 

2.3.2.1. Classical Humanitarianism and New Humanitarianism 
2.3.2.2. Linking Emergency and Development 

2.3.3. LRRD Approach 

2.3.3.1. Concept of Continuum and Contiguum 

2.3.4. Humanitarian Action and LRRD 
2.3.5. Preparedness, Mitigation and Prevention 
2.3.6. Reducing Vulnerabilities and Strengthening Capacities 
2.3.7. Bibliography 

2.4. Contents and Specific Objectives of Humanitarian Action II 

2.4.1.  Victim Protection 

2.4.1.1. The Right to Asylum and Refuge 
2.4.1.2. Humanitarian Interference 

2.4.2. International Supervision/Follow-Up of Compliance 
2.4.3. Witnessing and Reporting Human Rights Violations. Manager 
2.4.4. Lobbying of NGOs 

2.4.4.1. International Accompaniment and Presence 

2.4.5. High-Level Political Action 
2.4.6. Code of Conduct 
2.4.7. ESFERA Project 

2.4.7.1. The Humanitarian Charter 
2.4.7.2. Minimum Standards 
2.4.7.3. The Essential Humanitarian Standard 
2.4.7.4. Assessment of Humanitarian Action 
2.4.7.5. Why Assess Humanitarian Action? 

2.4.8. Bibliography 

2.5. Stakeholders in Humanitarian Action 

2.5.1. Introduction 
2.5.2. What Are the Stakeholders in Humanitarian Action? 
2.5.3. The Affected Population 
2.5.4. The Affected Governments 
2.5.5. NGOs 
2.5.6. The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement 
2.5.7. Donor Governments 
2.5.8. UN Humanitarian Agencies 
2.5.9. The European Union 
2.5.10. Other Stakeholders: 

2.5.10.1. Private Sector Entities 
2.5.10.2. Media 
2.5.10.3. Military Forces 

2.5.11. Bibliography 

2.6. Main Challenges for Stakeholders and Humanitarian Action 

2.6.1. Introduction 
2.6.2. The World Humanitarian Summit 

2.6.2.1. The Agenda for Humanity 

2.6.3. The Main Reasons to Look to the Future 
2.6.4. Increase the Weight and Capacity of Local Stakeholders 

2.6.4.1. Charter for Change 

2.6.5. Organizational Challenges for NGOs at the International Level 
2.6.6. The Need for the United Nations to Consider Humanitarian Issues as a Global Issue 
2.6.7. Bibliography 

2.7. OCHA The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs 

2.7.1. Objectives 
2.7.2. United Nations 
2.7.3. The UN and Humanitarian Action 
2.7.4. The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs OCHA 

2.7.4.1. The Origin of the OCHA 
2.7.4.2. The Evolution of OCHA 
2.7.4.3. The 2005 Humanitarian Reform 
2.7.4.4. The Cluster Approach 
2.7.4.5. OCHA's Coordination Tools 
2.7.4.6. The Mission of OCHA 
2.7.4.7. OCHA Strategic Plan 2018-2021 

2.7.5. Bibliography 

2.8. The Office for Humanitarian Action OHA 

2.8.1. Objectives 
2.8.2. Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID) 
2.8.3. Spanish Humanitarian Action 
2.8.4. AECID and the Office for Humanitarian Action (OHA) 
2.8.5. The Office for Humanitarian Action (OHA) 

2.8.5.1. The Objectives and Functions of OHA 
2.8.5.2. OHA Financing 

2.8.6. Bibliography 

2.9. Comparative of Humanitarian Action Strategies for Development 

2.9.1. Objectives 
2.9.2. Introduction 
2.9.3. Spain's Participation in the World Humanitarian Summit 

2.9.3.1. Summit Trends for AECID's Office of Humanitarian Action 

2.9.4. The Fifth Master Plan for Spanish Cooperation 2018-2021 
2.9.5. The START (Spanish Technical Aid Response Team) Project 

2.9.5.1. Objectives and Purpose of the START Project 
2.9.5.2. The START Project Team 

2.9.6. Conclusions 
2.9.7. Bibliography

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Postgraduate Certificate Design, Monitoring and Assessment in International Development Cooperation Projects

International cooperation is a discipline that seeks to promote solidarity among countries and contribute to the sustainable development of nations. In this context, the qualification of professionals specialized in the design, monitoring and assessment of international cooperation projects is of vital importance in order to achieve the objectives set in this field. Would you like to specialize in this field? At TECH Global University you will find the ideal program to become an expert in this field. The Postgraduate Certificate Design, Monitoring and Assessment in International Development Cooperation Projects is an online postgraduate course, created with the highest academic standards that will complement your studies in a dynamic and flexible way. In the syllabus, carefully designed by a team of experts, you will find relevant aspects such as project management, strategic planning, assessment and monitoring of projects. Because of this, you will be able to design programs that adjust to the needs and particularities of each context.

Become an expert in international cooperation

This TECH Postgraduate Certificate gives you the opportunity to gain an in-depth knowledge about the necessary aspects to design, implement and assess international cooperation projects for development. Our syllabus makes use of state-of-the-art graphic, audiovisual and interactive material, which you will have within reach of any device connected to the Internet. With this program, you will acquire key skills in the identification of social problems, the formulation of projects and the design of intervention strategies that contribute to their solution. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to delve into topics such as the construction of management indicators, impact measurement and risk management. Thanks to this, you will be able to carry out successful and sustainable projects in the field of international cooperation.