Inequalities in developing countries are at a 30-year peak and climbing due to the COVID-19 pandemic.* These and other global struggles — such as the climate crisis and political polarization — have led to worldwide consensus for a more inclusive and sustainable development model that promotes high living standards for all. As a result, there’s a wealth of opportunity for accelerated growth in emerging markets. But to drive lasting progress, leaders and practitioners in the public, private, and social sectors require a holistic understanding of the complex and vast factors that determine the development of the Global South.

Emerging markets are diverse and therefore defy a uniform narrative. This is why the Economic and Political Development in Developing Countries online certificate course from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) takes a socioeconomic and political approach to various issues relevant to growth. Guided by esteemed faculty from LSE’s Department of International Development, you’ll leverage unique insights and real-world case studies to make more informed decisions about policies and projects in emerging markets. By the end of this impactful six-week course, you’ll gain a practical toolkit to improve governance, make private and public organizations more effective, solve collective action issues, and increase accountability across the board.

*OECD (Nd.) Accessed 23 February 2022.

This course will appeal to practitioners in the public, private, and social sectors with an interest in promoting equitable growth in emerging countries. It’s equally valuable to those working at the interface between emerging and advanced markets who would like a practical, holistic understanding of the development process. Guided by LSE faculty, the course is designed to inform decision-making regarding policies and projects in emerging markets. As a result, it will also benefit NGO employees, civil servants with investment imperatives, agency and bilateral agency staff, and private sector executives with existing operations or expansion opportunities in developing countries. Lastly, decision makers at major multinational firms will critically engage with expert insights to enhance their business practices and inform financial decisions.