Psychologists can find in International Cooperation a job opportunity that allows them to develop personally and professionally"

Achieving equal development among the neediest populations in the world is one of the main axes on which the actions carried out by NGOs and other national and international organizations, both public and private, working in the field of International Cooperation. 

Psychology professionals play a fundamental role in this field, since, on many occasions, this work is carried out with people in a state of shock or who may have some kind of mental pathology, derived from the situation in which they live. For this reason, carrying out specific programs for these professionals is an added value for their prepararion and is a point in favor to develop their work in these environments. 

This program has been designed by professionals in the world of training and International Cooperation for Development. Each module is written under the vision of the experience and the reality encountered. Thus, by studying this professional master’s degree, the students will acquire the necessary skills to work and apply their knowledge in all types of functions within organizations working in the field of Cooperation. Specifically, TECH wants to offer psychologists this specialization of the highest education level that will not only benefit them in their personal and professional development, but will also be the perfect endorsement that will allow them to work in communities with extreme needs.

In addition, as it is a 100% online specialization, the psychologist will be able to combine the study of this comprehensive program 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 professional master’s degree in International Development Cooperation contains the most complete and up-to-date educational 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
• Latest developments in International Development Cooperation
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Emphasis on innovative methodologies in International Development Cooperation
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable electronic device with an Internet connection

This professional master’s degree is the best investment you can make when selecting a refresher program, for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge in International Development Cooperation, you will obtain a qualification from TECH Technological University"

The teaching staff includes professionals from the psychology sector, who bring their experience to this training 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 learning experience designed to prepare for real-life situations. 

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which 
the psychology professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise. For this purpose, specialists will be assisted by an innovative, interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in the field of International Cooperation. 

Increase your decision-making confidence by updating your knowledge through this professional master’s degree"

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

The main objective of the program is the development of theoretical and practical learning, so that the Psychologist can master international cooperation in a practical and rigorous manner. 

This professional master’s degree is designed to help you expand your knowledge in International Development Cooperation with the use of the latest educational technology, to contribute with quality and confidence in decision-making"

General Objectives

• Provide students with an advanced qualification in International Development Cooperation, specialized and based on theoretical and instrumental knowledge that 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. The Development of Peoples: Introduction and Challenges

• Understand the importance of the development of peoples 
• Become aware of the stakeholders involved in development, why and its consequences
• Know and clarify such basic concepts as poor and impoverished 
• Become aware of the world situation and development 
• Familiarize the student with the economic structure of the world 
• Manage the concepts of sustainable development, sustainable objectives, etc., to meet their goals and objectives
• Know the basic theories of development in its economic, social, cultural and political aspects 

Module 2. 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 
• Become familiar the students with the instruments of International Development Cooperation, as well as the types of projects and existing NGOs 
• 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 3. Design, Monitoring and Assessment of International Development Cooperation Projects

• Know the management cycle of a development project 
• Know the techniques, trends and projects of International Development Cooperation 
• Understand the main problems of the different regional and international environments 
• Know the different systems, modalities and basic actors of International  Development Cooperation 
• Know the regional particularities of development and cooperation 

Module 4. Education for Human Sustainable Development

• Carry out actions and programs aimed at raising awareness of certain situations of injustice and changing values to combat them 
• Promote the participation of society, especially children and adolescents and entities in the sector, in transforming the world 
• Create empowerment processes and spaces for active democratic participation for children, aimed at transforming policies and the decision-making model on issues that affect them 
• Promote research and reflection on issues related to childhood and development, supporting different proposals to promote human development 
• Encourage networking with other entities in the sector to achieve a greater impact in our actions 
• Analyze and understand global initiatives to fight poverty 

Module 5. 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 
• Understand in depth the context and nature of humanitarian aid actions 
• Assess the process and final result of the different development cooperation projects 

Module 6. 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 7. Social and Transformative Communication 

• Prepare social communicators who can apply their knowledge at the different levels 
• Identify, understand and know how to use sources, statistical techniques and computer tools to organize selected information and plan development and cooperation reports, analyses and actions 
• Conduct an ethical reflection on cooperation, information, images and their applicability in specific contexts and information sources 

Module 8. 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 

Module 9. Environmental Rights 

• Know the interrelationship between all the elements of the environment and how they influence each other 
• Recognize the different types of pollution and how they affect the environment
• Analyze the regulations and legislation in force on the subject 
• Incorporate the notions of sustainability and environmental and ecological sustainability into cooperation projects and actions in a cross-cutting manner 
• Understand the link between migration and the development of countries of origin and destination 

Module 10. NGDOs and Local, Regional and International Solidarity 

• Understand the concepts and definitions of NGOs 
• Know the diversity of NGOs and their field or work 
• Learn the broad outlines of NGO management 
• Identify, understand and know how to use sources and tools to identify International Development Cooperation projects

Get up to date on the latest developments in International Development Cooperation"