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865-0070-00L 1 Credits MSC , WBZ , NDS D-GESS

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The Private Sector and Development Organizations: Building Successful Alliances

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. Doctoral students dealing with empirical research in the area of development and cooperation (EZA) may be admitted "sur Dossier". Registration only through the NADEL administration office.

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Abstract

The following topics will be discussed: The political economy of the Corporate Social Responsibility discourse, voluntary governance regimes and development: theory of change and effectiveness of soft law approaches, PPPs: introducing concepts and taking stock of experience, analysis of private sector strategies from selected governance actors, engaging with the private sector.

Objective

This course seeks to increase the participants' understanding of the multifaceted and dialectic relationships between civil society, governments and private sector. It equips participants with knowledge and tools required for a strategic interaction between private sector organizations and development agencies. The course enables participants to contribute effectively to policy debates on the role of private sector actors and development.

General Information

Language: English
Levels: MSC , WBZ , NDS
Frequency: Every two years

Examination

Type: ungraded semester performance

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture with exercise	The Private Sector and Development Organizations: Building Successful Alliances Does not take place this semester. Block course	No time listed	24 h semesterly

Offered In

Comparative and International Studies Master
- Electives
MAS in Development and Cooperation (The compulsory 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". The elective courses are open to master students of the ETH with registration/ waiting list. MAS students do have priority.)
- Advanced Training Courses
CAS in Development and Cooperation (Take place each spring semester and every second autumn semester (odd years).)
- Module