Section outline
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Course Description/RationaleThe course is designed to give the students exposure to the experiences of the third sector in promoting development and to help them acquire the professional competencies with proactive knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for social development and justice. It will equip the student with a sound understanding of the issues being faced by third sectors, e.g. NGOs, civil society, and pressure groups, and opportunities that reflect the impact and implications of the management and organizational challenges in the 21st century.
Course Contents
Development Management: Key Issues & Concepts; NGOs: concept and key issues; Alternative Development And Role of Third Sector; The contribution of NGOs in social change; International Development System; Voluntary Associations in Development; NGOs in environment; Women empowerment and NGOs; NGOs provisions on Basic Education; Microfinance and development; NGOs governance; Management and regulation of NGOs in Bangladesh; Civil Society and Development; GO-NGO collaboration for Development.
Course Learning Outcome: By the end of the course, the student will be able to:
CLO1
Develop professional skills related to the formulation, investigation, and implementation of various forms of management development.
CLO2
Explain important NGO management processes such as strategic planning, decision-making, structures and procedures, fundraising, and overall organizational effectiveness.
CLO3
Gain insight into the bigger picture, understanding how to advance developing countries and how to mobilize the poor to escape the poverty trap.
CLO4
Assist to develop a specialist area within development management, and apply the understanding and skills through supervised research.
CLO5
Apply acquired technical and interpersonal competencies to enhance the economic and social benefits of development projects and programs.
Instructor's Profile
Mohammad Faisal Akber
B.S.S (Hon's), M.S.S, M.Phil (DU)
Dept. of Development Studies
Daffodil International UniversityI, Mohammad Faisal Akber, was born into a middle-class Muslim family in Chittagong, Bangladesh. I completed my secondary education at Chambal High School, Chittagong, under Science, and higher secondary from Chittagong College under Humanities, with an ordinary result. Then, I got admitted to the largest university in Bangladesh: the University of Dhaka, where I successfully completed my B.S.S. (Hon’s) and M.S.S. Recently, I received an M. Phil Degree in "Family Dominance on Political Parties in Bangladesh: A Comparative Analysis" from the department of political science at the University of Dhaka.Besides this academic journey, I have had experience in the press and media since the beginning of my graduation. I have worked for many national dailies for the last ten years. I am currently working as a senior lecturer in the Department of Development Studies in the Faculty of Humanities.Office Address
AB-4, Room No-1201 B, Daffodil Smart City, Ashulia, Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Cell Number: 01675443910
Email Address: faisalakber.ds@diu.edu.bd
Webpage: https://sites.google.com/view/faisalakber
Class Schedule for Fall 2024
Day
Time
Department
Section
Room
Friday
6:00-7:30 PM
DS
A
Online
Friday
7.30-09.00 PM DS A Online Teaching Method
Teaching will be covered in the areas of lectures, power-point presentations, participative discussions, and problem-solving. Students are highly encouraged to participate in the discussion and problem-solving sessions.
Attendance Policy
50% Class attendance is mandatory for taking part in any exam of NGOs and Development.
Sl No.
Distribution Area
Marks
1
Class Attendance
05
2
Quiz/ Class Test
10
3
Presentation
10
4
Assignment
15
5
Mid-Term
20
6
Semester Final
40
1. Begum, A. (2003). Government NGO Interface in Development Management, AHDP.
2. Fisher, Julie. (1998) Non-Governments-NGOs and the Political Development of the Third World. Kamaria Press.
3. Lovell, Catherine H. (1992) Breaking the Cycle of Poverty: The BRAC Strategy. UPL.
4. Oster, S. M. (1995). Strategic Management for Nonprofit Organizations. Oxford University Press.
5. Phoff, Norman, Esman M.J. and Krishna, A. (1998). Reasons for Success. Kumarian Press.
6. Rahman, A. (1999). Women and Microcredit in Rural Bangladesh: An Anthropological Study of Grameen Bank Lending. Westview Press: Boulder, USA.
7. Robinson, M. (2001). The microfinance revolution: Sustainable finance for the poor. IBRD/The World Bank.
8. Suzaki, Naoki. (1998). Inside NGOs. Intermediate Technology Publications Ltd. London.
9. Todd, H. (1996). Women At the Centre: Grameen Bank Borrowers After One Decade. Dhaka: University Press Ltd.
10. Yunus, M. & Jolis, A. (1998). Banker to the Poor. Aurun Press.
11. Wood, Geoffrey D., and Sharif, Iffath. (1977). Who Needs Credit? Poverty and Finance in Bangladesh. The University Press Limited, Dhaka.
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Lecture Content
NGOs and Development Course Content, Course Objectives, Course Approach, Course Methodology, Marks Distribution, Assessment and evaluation, Course outcomes, Motivation, and Self-development.
Learning Objectives and Outcomes
- Explore the objectives of this course and investigate the key issues of course outline
- Demonstrate the course approach and illustrate the way of teaching and learning
- Analyze the rules and regulations and identify some references for readings
- Understand the student's background and motivate them for future development
- Signify the lecture areas and outcomes of this course.
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Topic Contents and Lecture Outcomes
- The concept and idea of Development Management
- Key Characteristics of Development Management,
- The importance of Development Management
- Nature of Management Development
- The concept and idea of the third sector, e.g. NGOs, Civil Society, Voluntary Associations
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Topic Contents and Lecture Outcomes
- Understanding the definitions of NGOs
- Identifying the crucial characteristics of NGOs
- Conceptualizing the “Generations” of NGOs
- Develop an understanding of the classification of NGOs
- Understanding why NGOs emerged on the canvas of development
- Perceiving the relationship between NGOs and Development
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Please follow the guidelines before submitting your assignment.
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Key Objectives of this Lecture
- Understanding the Concept of Social Change
- Discussing the features and Indicators of Social Change
- Evaluate the role of NGOs in social change.
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To attend this class test, follow the guidelines:
1. Attend Class Test-1 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. After joining the class test, you will get 40 minutes to write down the answers.
2. Your script will be checked using plagiarism software, so please try to show your creativity.
If you have any questions, please let me know. Your timely response will be highly appreciated!!!
Exam Date: March 6, 2024
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Key Objectives of this Lecture
- Understanding the Concept of Microfinance and Microcredit.
- Discussing the features of microfinance and the development of microfinance.
- Discussing the impact of microfinance.
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Key Objectives of this Lecture
- Understanding the Concept of Alternative Development
- Discussing NGOs and development in terms of relationships
- Reflecting on the relationship between NGOs and development alternatives
- Reviewing both historical and contemporary experiences of the roles of NGOs in Development
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Dear Beloved Students, Follow the following guidelines:
Date: 14.10.2022; Time: 06.30-08.00 PM1. Download the question from Attachment-1
2. Download & print the top sheet from Attachment-2.
3. Fill out the necessary information in the top sheet (ID, Course Code, Course Title, etc.)
4. Write your answers on A4-size blank paper with your webcam turned on.
5. Take pictures of your handwritten answer script and make a single pdf file.
6. Upload the file at BLC and confirm your submission
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Topic
1. The Governance of NGOs in Bangladesh: Strengths and Problems
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2. Contemporary Debates over NGO Activities in the Development Sector
Presentation Date: 24 April 2024
Time: 6.30 PM to 9.30 PM
General Guidelines- Before presenting the topic, students must upload their PowerPoint slides into BLC.
- While the presentation is going on, students should turn on their cameras.
- After presenting his/her presentation, anyone can ask questions on the presented topic.
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Key Objectives of this Lecture
- Understanding the Basic Education
- Discussing Education Provisions by NGOs: Alternative or Complementary
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Key Objectives of this Lecture
- Understanding the International Development System
- Discussing NGOs and Aid System in terms of relationships
- Reviewing both historical and contemporary experiences of the roles of NGOs in Development and their funding system.
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Objectives of the Chapter:
To examine how CSOs and voluntary organizations contribute to society.
Learning outcomes:
Students will be able to understand the role of Civil Society organizations
Material/Notes:
Civil Society Organizations and Voluntary Organizations -
Dear Beloved Students,
Dear Students, To accomplish this class test, please follow the following guidelines:
1. You should go to Class Test-3 and join Class Test-3 from 7.30 PM to 9:00 PM. After joining the Class Test, you will get 40 minutes to write down the answer to the selective questions.
2. Your script will be checked by using Plagiarism software so please try to show your creativity.
If you have any questions, please let me know. Your timely response will be highly appreciated!!!
Thank you all.
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Key Objectives of this Lecture
- Understanding the Concept of Alternative Development
- Discussing NGOs and development in terms of relationships
- Reflecting on the relationship between NGOs and development alternatives
- Reviewing both historical and contemporary experiences of the roles of NGOs in Development.
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Dear Beloved Students, Please follow the following guidelines:
1. Download the question from Attachment 1
2. Download & print the top sheet from Attachment-2.
3. Fill out the necessary information in the top sheet (ID, Course Code, Course Title, etc.)
4. Write your answers on A4-size blank paper with your webcam turned on.
5. Take pictures of your handwritten answer script and make a single pdf file.
Date: 17.12.2022; Time: 06.00-08.00 PM6. Upload the file at BLC and confirm your submission
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Dear Beloved Students,
Don't forget to share your experiences with me. It will add some additional values to me. Your critic words always enlighten me. It leads me to stand with a positive rhythm. Your timely response will be highly appreciated!!!
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