This subject will explore the practice of development in complex situations. Effective development practitioners are able to critically reflection their practice, and are able to design, implement and review their practice from a perspective of complexity and adaptability. In this subject students will be challenged to move from traditional program management approaches that presuppose a linear and stable environment, to more iterative and reflective strategies. Moving through the program cycle, consideration will be given to methods and processes which enable programs to be implemented in politically informed ways and in ways which promote the values of inclusion, participation and improvement. Key areas to be covered include: Identification of entry points for change. Understanding and developing theories of change. Working from a politically informed perspective.Understanding how to contribute to positive and effective change processes in a deliberate way. Working with and through coalitions and politically informed processes to achieve change. Inclusion as a way to strengthen and broaden strategies for change, and ensure good line of sight in program implementation. Monitoring and Evaluation to serve different purposes, with a particular focus on M&E for change and improvement.

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