About this Program

Careers in international development involve working for a variety of organizations, both in the United States and abroad, that support efforts in lesser developed nations on topical issues such as humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, public health, poverty alleviation, debt relief, good governance, and economic development. Employment opportunities often include skills such as program management, procurement, logistics, and monitoring and evaluation.

Program Highlights

  • Individualized curriculum

  • Emphasis on development of practical skills

  • Free-standing certificate or as part of an earned master’s degree

AT A GLANCE
Degree Level
Graduate
Degree Earned
Certificate
Delivery Modes
On-Campus

Careers

Check out these ideas from Â鶹¹ú²úAV's Center for Career & Leadership Development and the . A median salary is a midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.

Health Educators

$59,010 Median Salary

Provide and manage health education programs that help individuals, families, and their communities maximize and maintain healthy lifestyles. Collect and analyze data to identify community needs prior to planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, policies, and environments. May serve as a resource to assist individuals, other healthcare workers, or the community, and may administer fiscal resources for health education programs.

Logistics Managers

$100,740 Median Salary

Plan, direct, or coordinate purchasing, warehousing, distribution, forecasting, customer service, or planning services. Manage logistics personnel and logistics systems and direct daily operations.

Requirements

What are the requirements to apply for International Development at Â鶹¹ú²úAV?
Students entering the Certificate program in International Development should meet the minimum university admission requirements Graduate Admission.

To be admitted to this program, potential students may apply online through the Office of Admissions as a non-degree, certificate/life learner student.  All applicants must meet the requirements for graduate admission. Graduate degree-seeking students interested in pursuing this certificate in conjunction with a degree should consult with their graduate program director or advisor for assistance.  

Cost of Attendance

We believe in providing students with transparent and accessible information about the cost of attendance. 

Review the estimated tuition rates for the 2024-25 academic year (subject to change). Non-resident rates are charged for anyone who is not a current Virginia resident, including international students.

Virginia Resident
Cost Per-Credit $620
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Cost Per-Credit $642
Non-Resident
Cost Per-Credit $1,486

Ways to Fund Your Degree

There are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending Â鶹¹ú²úAV, including scholarships, assistantships, and student loans. For more details about financial aid at Old Dominion, visit the Financial Aid Office page.

Contact

Associate Professor & Director of International Studies Programs

7047 BATTEN ARTS & LETTERS
NORFOLK, 23529