Mulungushi University
&
Chalimbana Local Government Training Institute

1. Introduction

In contemporary times, governance has become very cardinal to the understanding of how to enhance the effects of development policies and the efficacy of aid, or further, in comprehending the non-fulfilment of attempts to deal with instability and insecurity and poverty.

2. Rationale

This programme is meant to provide students with a practical and theoretical comprehension of the discourses on how public authority is constructed and dispensed of in a framework of political change. This programme will enable students to develop analytical and critical skills that will enhance their ability to engage in policy development and implementation in state and non-state organizations.

3. Aims of the Programme

The aim of the Bachelor of Governance and Development is to produce graduates equipped with knowledge, competences, analytical and research skills in the field of global and local processes focusing on national governance, regional and international institutions, and the aid framework developed to augment national capacity for the purposes of delivering efficient and efficacious development results.

4. Programme Objectives

After completing this programme the graduate shall:

1. Develop an understanding of governance and development issues at the national and international levels.

2. Apply principles of governance, democracy and development, leadership and cross – cutting issues in governance to execute governance and development policies.

3. Conduct political and development analysis required for sound decision making for various national and international organisation. Engage in advocating for human rights, women empowerment, decentralization approaches and state society relations to administer social justice and rule of law in development functions.

7. Entry Requirement

Prospective students must satisfy the following entry requirements as specified in the General Regulations:

5. Duration

6. Course Outline