The Catholic University of America- Integral Economic Development

Integral economic development is an approach that seeks to strengthen the civil and social institutions required for sustainable development, one that takes an integrated view of the person's role in society. It is an approach which development entities increasingly demand. Integral Economic development, seen from the perspective of the whole human person, and the whole human community, is at the core of our program and the mission of The Catholic University of America.

Engage with respected full-time and expert adjunct faculty. They bring international field research alive in the classroom for an unmatched opportunity in Washington, DC, Study. Live. Intern. Network. This world-renown city at the center of public and private economic development organizations is yours with these two knowledge-building options:

M.A. International Economic Development Policy (IEDP) Take your management and data analysis skills to the next level for policy design and impact assessment across the private and public spectrum. Complete the M.A. IEDP in 2 years full-time or go part-time.

M.A. International Economic Development Management (IEDM) Learn to successfully design, implement, manage, and evaluate programs. Complete the M.A. IEDM in 1 year full-time or go part-time.

Leverage IEDP and IEDM to:

·        Learn applied management and econometrics with a pioneering approach to integral development.

·        Understand roles that cultures and institutions play in the development process.

·        Equip yourself with sound economic techniques to measure impact.

·        Take into account dignity of the human person, good of the family, and well-being of the community.

·        Conduct a faculty-mentored Applied Research Project with data from an actual development activity.

·        Hone valuable survey design, measurement, and analysis skills.

·        Capitalize on career opportunities with leading development professionals.

·        Advance your career with international organizations, government, businesses, foundations, consulting firms and nonprofits.