Introduction to Development Studies II
- Social Sciences
- 200 level
- 2 credit units
- 184 pages
- 3 units
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.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 26 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of DES112, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
DES112 · Module 1 - Unit 2: RATIONALE FOR PLANNING
There is no world-accredited formality for planning types because planning may vary proportionally to the economic development and economic system. Planning still has some characteristics though. The strategy to use in this unit is to explain comparatively, types of planning that are common.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the basic meaning of development planning
- Define development planning convincingly
- Describe planning efforts that have been made in Nigeria since independence
- Explain the ranges of planning in Nigeria
- Discuss major reasons for planning failure in Nigeria
- Describe other reputable organizations involved in planning other than government
What it prepares you for
- Policy Analyst
- Development Consultant
- Project Manager
- Economist
- Government Official
- Government
- Non-profit
- International Development
- Consulting
- Research
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- MODULE 2 - DEVELOPMENT PLANNING IN NIGERIA
Unit 3: Reason for Plan Failure in Nigeria and Prerequisite for Successful Planning
Requires understanding of complex historical and political factors influencing planning outcomes, and the ability to critically evaluate policy documents.
- MODULE 3 - INSTITUTIONS INVOLVED IN PLANNING
Unit 3: United Nations Institutions (i.e. UNESCO, UNCTAD, WTO etc.)
Requires understanding of the complex and often conflicting mandates of different UN agencies and their impact on development planning.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: MEANING OF DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
Unit 1: Definition of Development Planning · 2 hours
Define development planning. Discuss reasons for variety in planning definitions. Examine planning evidence in selected countries.
- Week 2Module 1: MEANING OF DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
Unit 2: Rationale for Planning · 2 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 3Module 1: MEANING OF DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
Unit 3: Types of Planning · 2 hours
State the types of planning. State the levels or stages of planning. Explain the ranges of planning.
- Week 4Module 1: MEANING OF DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
Unit 4: Multi-sectoral Development Planning and Some Relevant Theoretical Facts · 2 hours
Identify the need for multi-sectoral planning. Explain the Harrod-Domar theory. Discuss Tinbergen theoretical view. Discuss the input/output analysis.
- Week 5MODULE 2 - DEVELOPMENT PLANNING IN NIGERIA
Unit 1: Historical Description of Development Planning in Nigeria: Pre-independence to SAP era (Till 1998) · 2 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 6MODULE 2 - DEVELOPMENT PLANNING IN NIGERIA
Unit 2: Analysis of Nigeria's Planning Experience from the Democratic Dispensation Era, 1999 - 2018 · 2 hours
Highlight the ideas behind each of the development plans, programmes and Visions presented by the government during the current democratic dispensation era..
- Week 7MODULE 2 - DEVELOPMENT PLANNING IN NIGERIA
Unit 3: Reason for Plan Failure in Nigeria and Prerequisite for Successful Planning · 2 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 8MODULE 2 - DEVELOPMENT PLANNING IN NIGERIA
Unit 4: Planning Experience of selected Developed Countries (USA, France, Britain, China, Singapore and India) Globally · 2 hours
Describe the planning experiences of USA and France. Identify planning experiences of China and India.
- Week 9MODULE 3 - INSTITUTIONS INVOLVED IN PLANNING
Unit 1: The Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) · 2 hours
Describe the roles of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in nation's development planning and global economic reforms..
- Week 10MODULE 3 - INSTITUTIONS INVOLVED IN PLANNING
Unit 2: Regional Organizations · 2 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 11MODULE 3 - INSTITUTIONS INVOLVED IN PLANNING
Unit 3: United Nations Institutions (i.e. UNESCO, UNCTAD, WTO etc.) · 2 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 12MODULE 3 - INSTITUTIONS INVOLVED IN PLANNING
Unit 4: The Bretton Woods Institutions (IMF, WDI, IFC etc.) · 2 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 13MODULE 3 - INSTITUTIONS INVOLVED IN PLANNING
Final Revision · 4 hours
Review all course materials. Work on assignments. Prepare for final examination.
Preparing for the exam
- Create timelines of Nigeria's development plans (Units 1-2) to identify recurring challenges
- Compare and contrast the objectives and strategies of different planning models (Module 1)
- Focus on the roles and functions of key institutions (Module 3) and their impact on development
- Practice analyzing case studies of successful and unsuccessful development projects
- Review key economic concepts and theories related to development planning (e.g., Harrod-Domar model, Tinbergen's theory)
Questions students ask about this course
What is DES112 about?
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.
How many units does DES112 have?
DES112, Introduction to Development Studies II, has 3 units across 3 modules, over 184 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is DES112?
DES112 carries 2 credit units, at 200 level in Social Sciences.
Is DES112 hard?
DES112 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does DES112 take to study?
About 26 hours of study, spread across its 3 units.
How is DES112 assessed?
DES112 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with DES112?
Policy Analyst, Development Consultant, Project Manager, Economist and Government Official.