This course is offered in partnership with microfinance NGO Entrepreneurs du Monde (www.entrepreneursdumonde.org) and draws on practical examples and teaching materials shared by this organization.

Course Objectives:

1.     To provide an overview of some of the key concepts and issues around microfinance and financial inclusion, both from an academic and a professional perspective.

2.     To allow students to get acquainted with the practical aspects of the management of microfinance programs with a focus on achieving social goals.

3.     To introduce students to the recent literature on financial services for low income populations in developing countries (credit, savings, insurance).