Humanitarian action is of great value in helping regions with extreme problems to recover and be able to continue their development in an autonomous manner" 

Social and economic inequalities have led many regions to demand international aid to help them make further progress in their development. In addition, these communities are often hit by other problems, such as wars, attacks or natural disasters, for example, which further accentuate their differences with more developed countries and, therefore, the inequalities between different territories. In order to alleviate these differences as much as possible, humanitarian action is essential, especially in order to be able to transfer essential resources that are essential to maintain the health of the inhabitants. 

This program combines basic knowledge in international development cooperation, tools that allow the development worker to seek to improve the performance of their work in those fields that people and communities demand, guide them to change and focus them on the present situation through the cooperation tools and resources. In this way, this program pays special attention to research methods in Humanitarian Action and International Law from a Gender Perspective and the methodologies needed to manage public policies and social change. It provides insight into the system and the evolution of cooperation, as well as the phenomenon of human mobility. 

As a novel aspect, it introduces the student to the study of the instruments of cooperation and to the knowledge of the actors that make up the international cooperation scenario. It also allows to acquire competence in the handling of the most relevant international regulations in the field of cooperation, focusing on the gender perspective, with the aim of achieving a more egalitarian world in which men and women have the same rights. 

In addition, as it is a 100% online program, the teachers will be able to balance the study of this program postgraduate diploma with the rest of their daily obligations, choosing at all times where and when to study. A high-level program that will take these professionals to the highest level in their field. 

A high-level educational program created by the best experts in the field, which will allow you to achieve professional success" 

This postgraduate diploma in Humanitarian Action and International Law from a Gender Perspective contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical cases presented by experts in International Development Cooperation 
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• News on advances in development and rights advocacy
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies in the teaching and learning process and learning
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This postgraduate diploma is the best investment you can make in the selection of a refresher program for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge in Humanitarian Action and International Law from a Gender Perspective, you will obtain a postgraduate diploma from TECH Technological University" 

The teaching staff includes professionals from the International Development sector, who contribute their experience to this program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive educational experience designed to prepare students for real-life situations. 

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the students must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the teacher will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in the field of Humanitarian Action and International Law from a Gender Perspective. 

Increase your decision-making confidence by updating your knowledge with this postgraduate diploma"

Take the opportunity to learn about the latest advances in this field and apply it to your daily practice"

The program in Humanitarian Action and International Law from a Gender Perspective is oriented to facilitate the performance of teachers, providing them with advanced education, of a specialized nature and based on theoretical and instrumental knowledge that allows them to acquire and develop the competencies and skills necessary to obtain a higher qualification in this field.  

This postgraduate diploma will allow you to update your knowledge in international cooperation with the use of the latest educational technology, to contribute with quality and security to decision-making" 

General Objectives

• Provide students with an advanced qualification in International Development Cooperation, specialized and based on theoretical and instrumental knowledge will allow them to acquire and develop the skills necessary to obtain a qualification as a professional in international cooperation
• Provide the student with basic knowledge of the cooperation and development process based on the latest advances in policies on the sustainability processes involved in both economic and social aspects
• Improve professional performance and develop strategies for adapting and solving the problems of today's world by means of scientific research in cooperation and development processes
• Disseminate the basics of the current system and develop the critical and entrepreneurial spirit necessary to adapt to political changes, within the framework of international law

Specific Objectives 

Module 1. International Development Cooperation

• Know different methods of research in International Development Cooperation
• Gain knowledge on methodologies for public policy advocacy, social communication, political change, etc
• Know the evolution and status of current debates on development
• Be familiar with the instruments of international development cooperation, as well as the types of projects and NGOs that exist
• Develop skills to work with the main vulnerable subjects involved in Development Cooperation actions and programs
• Understand the international cooperation system and the different members that make it up

Module 2. Humanitarian Action and International Development Cooperation

• Identify the processes of design, monitoring and assessment of development cooperation actions, so that they have a complete understanding of what a cooperation project is
• Develop a global vision on the nature, perspective and objectives of development cooperation actions
• Analyze and assess the sense of sectoral and geographic priorities of international development cooperation, identify the strategic axes that guide cooperation policies and actions, the sectors of action and the instruments for their implementation
• Promote debate and analysis on aspects related to the development of cooperation policies and actions and strategies aimed at improving their quality and effectiveness
• Knowledge of project development methodologies and mastery of technical skills for the identification, formulation, planning, programming, management and monitoring of development cooperation projects
• Ability to understand in depth the context and nature of humanitarian aid actions
• Assess the process and final result of the different development cooperation projects

Module 3. Human Rights (HR) and International Humanitarian Law (IHL)

• Qualify the different types of armed conflicts by distinguishing them from other situations of armed violence; identify and classify the victims of such conflicts; know and understand the victim protection system and be able to apply it
• Be aware of the limitations that humanitarian law imposes on combatants in relation to the conduct of hostilities, respect for zones, places and installations marked with a protection sign, and the requirement of a code of conduct relating to victims, medical and religious personnel, and humanitarian organizations
• Identify situations and persons who are particularly vulnerable in armed conflicts, knowing the protection afforded to them by International Humanitarian Law
• Stimulate the participation of the people and groups with whom cooperation activities are developed, enabling them to identify their problems and needs, lead their processes of change, assess their evolution and decide on new courses of action

Module 4. Equality and Cooperation

• Internalize, analyze and understand what we mean when we talk about gender, development and women's rights
• Know the role of feminist movements in the processes of social advancement and transformation
• Intervene under gender perspectives in international development cooperation

Get up to date on the latest developments in Humanitarian Action and International Law from a Gender Perspective"