Online Graduate Certificate in Global Development and Innovation
Arizona State University’s graduate certificate in global development and innovation empowers you to play a key role in overseeing and managing complex development challenges. This highly customizable certificate provides a solid grounding on theories regarding how innovations emerge, how they diffuse across societies and their impact on global development policies and practices. This certificate is designed for professionals working in development, innovation, policy, science and engineering.
Quick facts
Next start date: 08/21/2025
Total classes: 5
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 15
What is global development?
Will my certificate say "online"?
No, Arizona State University’s certificates and diplomas don’t specify whether you earn them online or in person. All certificates, diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”
Global development courses
Global development is an especially broad concept. We understand that your specific areas of interest and long-term goals are unique, which is why this certificate is customizable with multiple elective course options.
What can I do with a certificate in global development?
This certificate supports a range of careers in international development. As a graduate, you may work for organizations in the public, private or nonprofit sectors. Career field examples include, but aren’t limited to:
Educators who understand global development
The College of Global Futures faculty includes internationally renowned thought leaders and researchers. This group of global scholars brings together leading experts to develop transdisciplinary solutions for the world’s most pressing social, economic and environmental challenges. Our faculty members prepare students to create long-lasting change and contribute to a positive future for people and the planet.
Educators who understand global development
The College of Global Futures faculty includes internationally renowned thought leaders and researchers. This group of global scholars brings together leading experts to develop transdisciplinary solutions for the world’s most pressing social, economic and environmental challenges. Our faculty members prepare students to create long-lasting change and contribute to a positive future for people and the planet.
How to apply
Applicants to the graduate certificate in global development and innovation program must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the College of Global Futures.
Creating tomorrow’s solutions, today
The College of Global Futures is dedicated to building a sustainable and equitable future for the planet and society. These initiatives support ASU’s overarching commitment to innovation, research and delivering high-quality academic programs. ASU is recognized with peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report and receives accolades from other prestigious organizations.
#1
in innovation for 10 consecutive years, ahead of Stanford and MIT.
#1
university in the U.S. in pursuit of United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
#1
“Cool Schools” for sustainability by Sierra Club for campus sustainability.
Top 10
best online bachelor’s programs.
Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
