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865-0007-00L 2 Credits WBZ , NDS D-GESS

History and Forms of International Cooperation

Lecturers & Examiners: Max Morel
Only for MAS in Global Cooperation and Sustainable Development
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:07:53

Abstract

This course presents the orgins and evolution of the International Development Cooperation during the last six decades und relates the changing paradigms to their political and socio-economic contexts. It looks at the different actors with their spefic roles, approaches and challenges from a Swiss as well as a global perspective.

Objective

The studenta are able to ... - analyse the evolution of the Internationel Development Cooperation, selected develpment theories and their practical application in the historic context - describe the Swiss landscape of actors in Development Cooperation and its integration into the international community of donors. - assess possible implications of the Agenda 2030 for the structure and practice of the international cooperation

Content

- History of international Development Cooperation: beginnings, change of development theories over time - International eforts to increase sustainablility and aid effectiveness - Swiss bilateral agencies for development: SDC and SECO - Multilateral development banks: Bretton Woods Intitutions - Non-governmental Organisations: Challenges today - in Switzerland and in partner countries - Economy, private foundation and philanthropy: New actors with high aspirations - Humanitarian Aid between intervention in crises, prevention and development tasks

General Information

Language
English
Levels
WBZ , NDS
Frequency
Every two years

Examination

Type
graded semester performance

Registration & Places

Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise History and Forms of International Cooperation
Montag 08.30-12.00 Ort: CLD A1
No time listed 4 h weekly

Offered In

  • MAS in Global Cooperation and Sustainable Development (The compulsory courses of NADEL are accessible only for students of the MAS in Global Cooperation and Sustainable Development 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.)