Course Description
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Course Name
Communication for Development & Social Leaders
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Host University
Universidad Veritas
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Location
San José, Costa Rica
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Area of Study
Communication Studies
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Contact Hours
48 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This course will introduce the student to the field of Communication for Development (C4D), a participatory process that applies communications tools to support behavior change in society. The student will learn through a dynamic methodology the five steps to build strategies focused on C4D that promote lasting impact and sustained behavior change. The course emphasizes analysis, strategic design, development/testing, implementation and monitoring, and evaluation to design new campaigns. The student will develop communications, research, behavior change, and evaluation skills. C4D is a method utilized by international organisms and non-governmental organizations to build new projects and campaigns, for example, United Nations.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
Availability of courses is based on enrollment numbers. All students should seek pre-approval for alternate courses in the event of last minute class cancellations