MS Global Technology and Development

The MS in Global Technology and Development is a program in international development that examines social, economic and political development and is concerned with the global disparity in wealth and access to resources between and among countries around the world which can be applied to various sectors such as policy, education and business.

Global in scope, the program highlights the variables of technology and innovation in these development dynamics with explicit goals to seek equity and justice and ease human suffering. The program offers an interdisciplinary social science curriculum and trains students with diverse undergraduate degrees, backgrounds and experiences.
Students have the opportunity to pursue a customized program to address social, economic and political challenges anywhere in the world.

Attendance type

Full-time

Credit hours

Study method

Immersion or Online

STEM-OPT option

Not available

Campus

Tempe Campus

College of Global Futures

The College of Global Futures, part of the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory, pioneers a comprehensive, university-based approach to ensuring a habitable planet and attainable well-being for all humankind. The Global Futures Laboratory reshapes our relationship with the planet, addressing critical challenges through opportunities rather than sacrifices.

By incorporating diverse perspectives, breaking down barriers to collaboration and translating innovative ideas into actionable frameworks, this unique laboratory paves the way for a thriving future within our environment.

ASU degree pathways

Students enrolled at an ASU Cintana Alliance Network institution have the chance to start their courses at their home institution and transfer those credits* to finish their remaining years at ASU.
Models available: Graduate dual degree and accelerated masters.

Courses at home university

SOS 509: Leading Sustainability Transitions

GTD 501: Global Technology and Development

GTD 503: Technology and the International Political System

PAF 520: Public Management

Courses at ASU

Required Core (3)

GTD 511: Development Policies and Practices (3)

Other Requirements (6)

GTD 505: Social Science Inquiry for Global Development (3)

GTD 506: Applied Project Methods in Global Development (3)

Restricted Electives (6)

Culminating Experience (3)

GTD 593: Applied Project (3)

*Transfer eligibility is subject to student performance in courses at home institution and Arizona State University transfer requirements.

Featured courses

Research Design in Technology and Development

In this course, you’ll learn about research in technology and development studies, with emphasis on both the techniques of collecting primary data and the effective uses of secondary data sources.

Technology and the International Political System

In this course, you’ll learn about how technology impacts the development of our world political system, with particular focus on globalization and global development in the 20th century.

Applied Project

In this course, you’ll prepare a supervised applied project in your area of interest related to addressing an existing problem in global development.

Career opportunities and applicable roles

As a graduate from this program, you’ll be prepared for careers in many industries with positions focused on international development, technology management and transfer, education and more. You may also choose to pursue a doctorate in geography, economics, innovation or business to further your studies.

International Development Specialist

Policy Analyst or Advisor

Technology and Development Consultant

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Manager

Sustainability and Development Officer

Nonprofit Program Manager

Technology Policy Researcher

Tech and Innovation Specialist

Community Health Specialist Environmental and Conservation Analyst

2025-26 Important dates and deadlines

Program Start	Application Deadline	Classes Begin	Tuition Payment Deadline
Fall start (August)	Rolling	January 13, 2025	January 20, 2025
Spring start (January)	Rolling	August 21, 2025	August 25, 2025