Graduate Certificate of International Development Practice

About the course

Complex political, economic, cultural and ecological challenges contribute to extreme poverty, reduced health, environmental vulnerability and fragile governance affecting the well-being of millions of people worldwide. The Graduate Certificate of International Development Practice is a multi-disciplinary degree designed for emerging professionals and those wishing to enhance their careers through a foundation understanding of the theory and practice of sustainable development.

Career outcome

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8 and MonashGraduate Attributes.Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will be able to:1. explain the political, economic, cultural and environmental challenges contributing to human inequalities2. recognise best practice within the broad realm of international development practice, policy, governance and research3. identify the range of organisations and institutions involved in international development, their working culture and funding processes4.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)