MSc Global Development (Poverty and Inequality) / Careers

Graduates develop analytical, policy and research skills that are valued across international development, government, NGOs, civil society, research, advocacy and consultancy. You will also build transferable skills in evidence-gathering, critical analysis, communication, teamwork and independent research, with a focus on understanding and responding to poverty and inequality in different global contexts.

Potential career paths include:

• Poverty and inequality policy officer
• Research or policy analyst
• Government and public policy roles
• International organisations and multilateral agencies
• NGOs and civil society organisations
• Advocacy, campaigns and influencing roles
• Development consultancy
• Monitoring, evaluation and learning roles
• Social development and community development roles
• Doctoral study (PhD)

The programme is particularly relevant for students interested in how poverty and inequality are created, experienced, measured and addressed. It provides a strong foundation for careers focused on policy, advocacy, research and development practice, as well as for further academic research into poverty, inequality and social change.

This course supports students interested in careers across poverty and inequality policy, international development, research, advocacy, consultancy, civil society and development practice.

Find out more about our alumni and some of our notable former students .

Careers support

The University has its own dedicated Careers Service that you would have full access to as a student and for two years after you graduate.

At Manchester you will have access to a number of opportunities to help boost your employability .

Careers support for international students

The Careers Service provides specialist resources, advice and events to help with career planning and making the most of your time while studying in Manchester.

• Working in the UK after study
• Working during study
• Professional and alumni networks for international students

Global networks

The University of Manchester is proud to have the largest global alumni community of any campus-based university in the UK.

After your course, you'll join our 10,000 strong alumni network .

We'll keep you up to date with all the new insights and implications from our research.

International alumni groups are a great way to keep in touch with fellow Manchester graduates in your country.

It is an opportunity to build professional and social networks.

You can view the alumni networks already operating across the globe here .