The focus of the present Master Program remains on perspectives that have a bearing on the emerging and most current trends (knowledge, skills & practices) related to social development issues within the overall framework of sustainable development and inter-related spheres. Emphasis is also placed on providing a sound basis for conceptual understanding of issues related to study of development policy with particular reference to Pakistan. Also the program has been designed in a way where it leads to professional enhancement and increased options and opportunities for the current and emerging jobs in the private & public sectors in the regional, national and international arenas. The program also encompasses the study of societies, economies and institutions of the “developing countries”, their inter-connectedness with the “developed world” and the process through which the international institutions and mechanisms impact upon the overall goals of development within a global context.Development Unit (CCDU) will be strengthen through direct linkages with the Donor community and Development Organizations. Linkages will be established with the Research & Development Organizations and Donors community for conducting action research in various aspects of development Seminars and workshops on different development issues will remain the integral component of all activities of the department of development studies. Development Network will be created through Linkages with Academia, Development Organization and Donors.Show More