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Introduction to Development Studies II

This course introduces students to Development Studies II, building upon the foundational concepts of Development Studies I. It explores the intricacies of development planning, covering various types, rationale, and ranges of planning. The course examines Nigeria's development planning experience from pre-independence to the present, analyzing successes, failures, and the roles of institutions like NGOs and international organizations. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of development planning principles and their application in the Nigerian context.

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26h
Study Time
13
Weeks
2h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Development PlanningNigeriaEconomic GrowthInstitutionsPolicy

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Development Planning Definitions

2

Rationale for Planning

3

Types of Planning

4

Development Planning in Nigeria

5

Institutions Involved in Planning

6

International Organizations and Development

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Policy Analyst

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Development Consultant

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Project Manager

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Economist

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Government Official

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

GovernmentNon-profitInternational DevelopmentConsultingResearch

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: MEANING OF DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

2h

Unit 1: Definition of Development Planning

2 study hours
  • •Define development planning
  • •Discuss reasons for variety in planning definitions
  • •Examine planning evidence in selected countries
Week
2

Module 1: MEANING OF DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

2h

Unit 2: Rationale for Planning

2 study hours
  • •State rationale for development planning
  • •Discuss market failure as a key factor
  • •Explain prerequisites for successful planning
  • •Itemize common problems of development planning
Week
3

Module 1: MEANING OF DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

2h

Unit 3: Types of Planning

2 study hours
  • •State the types of planning
  • •State the levels or stages of planning
  • •Explain the ranges of planning
Week
4

Module 1: MEANING OF DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

2h

Unit 4: Multi-sectoral Development Planning and Some Relevant Theoretical Facts

2 study hours
  • •Identify the need for multi-sectoral planning
  • •Explain the Harrod-Domar theory
  • •Discuss Tinbergen theoretical view
  • •Discuss the input/output analysis
Week
5

MODULE 2 - DEVELOPMENT PLANNING IN NIGERIA

2h

Unit 1: Historical Description of Development Planning in Nigeria: Pre-independence to SAP era (Till 1998)

2 study hours
  • •Explain the objectives of a good development plan
  • •Highlight the objectives of development plans in Nigeria before 1998
  • •Discuss colonial and Pre-colonial Era Nigerian Development Plans
  • •Discuss Post-Independence Nigerian Development Planning
Week
6

MODULE 2 - DEVELOPMENT PLANNING IN NIGERIA

2h

Unit 2: Analysis of Nigeria's Planning Experience from the Democratic Dispensation Era, 1999 - 2018

2 study hours
  • •Highlight the ideas behind each of the development plans, programmes and Visions presented by the government during the current democratic dispensation era.
Week
7

MODULE 2 - DEVELOPMENT PLANNING IN NIGERIA

2h

Unit 3: Reason for Plan Failure in Nigeria and Prerequisite for Successful Planning

2 study hours
  • •State the flaws of development plans, programmes and Vision of successive government in Nigeria
  • •List and discuss the Conditions needed for successful Planning in Nigeria
Week
8

MODULE 2 - DEVELOPMENT PLANNING IN NIGERIA

2h

Unit 4: Planning Experience of selected Developed Countries (USA, France, Britain, China, Singapore and India) Globally

2 study hours
  • •Describe the planning experiences of USA and France
  • •Identify planning experiences of China and India
Week
9

MODULE 3 - INSTITUTIONS INVOLVED IN PLANNING

2h

Unit 1: The Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)

2 study hours
  • •Describe the roles of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in nation's development planning and global economic reforms.
Week
10

MODULE 3 - INSTITUTIONS INVOLVED IN PLANNING

2h

Unit 2: Regional Organizations

2 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of regional organizations
  • •State the functional characteristics of a particular regional organization
  • •highlight the role of regional organizations in development planning
Week
11

MODULE 3 - INSTITUTIONS INVOLVED IN PLANNING

2h

Unit 3: United Nations Institutions (i.e. UNESCO, UNCTAD, WTO etc.)

2 study hours
  • •Highlight the mission and functions of UNESCO
  • •Highlight the mission and functions of UNCTAD
  • •Highlight the mission and functions of WHO
  • •Highlight the mission and functions of FAO
  • •Highlight the mission and functions of UNIDO
  • •Highlight the mission and functions of FAD
  • •Highlight the mission and functions of ILO
Week
12

MODULE 3 - INSTITUTIONS INVOLVED IN PLANNING

2h

Unit 4: The Bretton Woods Institutions (IMF, WDI, IFC etc.)

2 study hours
  • •Know the functions of IMF
  • •Itemize IMF's assistance to developing countries
  • •Know the objectives of the World Bank
  • •Evaluate World Bank's support to underdeveloped countries
Week
13

MODULE 3 - INSTITUTIONS INVOLVED IN PLANNING

4h

Final Revision

4 study hours
  • •Review all course materials
  • •Work on assignments
  • •Prepare for final examination

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create timelines of Nigeria's development plans (Units 1-2) to identify recurring challenges

2

Compare and contrast the objectives and strategies of different planning models (Module 1)

3

Focus on the roles and functions of key institutions (Module 3) and their impact on development

4

Practice analyzing case studies of successful and unsuccessful development projects

5

Review key economic concepts and theories related to development planning (e.g., Harrod-Domar model, Tinbergen's theory)

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