Course Type: Diploma and Certificate Courses
Training Provider: Monterey Institute of International Studies (MIIS)
School/Institute/Dept./Centre: Graduate School of International Policy Studies

The Development Project Management Institute is a professional training program designed to prepare those who aspire to engage in humanitarian aid or long-term development work in Africa, Asia, Latin America or anywhere else extensive poverty is present. DPMI provides participants with the skills needed for effective professional practice in an environment that addresses both local and global responses to important development challenges. The DPMI program teaches practical skills such as project design, project monitoring, strategic partnering, and the training of trainers.

Offered three times a year, at three different locations, DPMI provides the flexibility and opportunity for working professionals, students not enrolled at the Monterey Institute, and current Monterey Institute students to participate at the site and time of their choice.

During the summer DPMI is offered in Monterey and Washington, DC with an optional practicum in Quito, Ecuador. DPMI Monterey is offered from May 14 – June 1, 2007 at the Monterey Institute and DPMI DC is offered from May 28-June 15, 2007 in the heart of DC. 

There are hundreds of international development organizations headquartered in the Washington, DC area. DPMI DC takes advantage of the location with organizational visits and informational sessions with hiring managers. The class meets Monday – Friday from 9am to 4pm, leaving ample time in the evenings and on the weekends to explore the area and attend events being held at development organizations. A DPMI Certificate is awarded after submission of a personal reflection paper, due three months following completion of DPMI.

Applications are due by Monday, March 26, 2007 and should be emailed to dpmi@miis.edu.

DPMI Optional Practicum in Ecuador - Summer (June) 2007

The DPMI Summer Optional Ecuador Practicum offers the unique opportunity to attend the three-week certificate program in Monterey, CA or Washington, DC followed by a two-week practicum to apply skills acquired  in DPMI, in Quito, Ecuador. All DPMI participants from the prior year are eligible to participate in the optional DPMI Ecuador practicum from June 18-22. 2007.

The practicum, supervised by DPMI instructor Evan Bloom, consists of applied work with Pact Ecuador. Participants have the opportunity to observe the work of a development organization in a unique setting with access to experienced professionals in the field.

DPMI Monterey -Winterim (January) 2008

DPMI Monterey is offered in the beginning of January (dates to be determined) on the campus of the Monterey Institute of International Studies. The intensive three-week classroom instruction is enhanced by group work, career meetings with instructors, and real-time feedback on skills being developed. A DPMI Certificate is awarded after submission of a personal reflection paper, due three months following completion of DPMI.

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Course Duration:
DPMI is a three-week course that is offered three times per year: twice in the summer and once in the winter. Visit our website for specific course dates.

Language(s) of Instruction:

• English

Mode of Study:

• residential

Thematic Focus:

• Development Policy and Management
• Gender Issues
• Participatory Approaches
• Project Planning
• Rural Development
• Social Policy and Development
• Training and Training Techniques

Country(ies):

• USA

Town(s) or City(ies):
Monterey, California

Course fees:
The tuition fee for enrolled Monterey Institute students to attend the Washington, DC or Monterey, CA program is $1,950. The programs are available to other participants for a $2,500 tuition fee (for one program). This does not include the cost of food or housing.

Scholarships & Awards:
Federal financial aid may apply.

Further Funding Information:
http://policy.miis.edu/programs/cdpmi.html

Course's Webpage:
http://policy.miis.edu/programs/cdpmi.html