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.
Degree pathways
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This degree is available at
Universidad Latina de Costa Rica
Costa Rica
Universidad Francisco Gavidia
El Salvador
Universidad Internacional del Ecuador
Ecuador
Mapúa University
Philippines
Universidad Latina de Costa Rica
Costa Rica
Universidad Francisco Gavidia
El Salvador
Universidad Internacional del Ecuador
Ecuador
Mapúa University
Philippines
Universidad Latina de Costa Rica
Costa Rica
Universidad Francisco Gavidia
El Salvador
Universidad Internacional del Ecuador
Ecuador
Mapúa University
Philippines
Program description
MS Global Technology Prueba
The Master of Science program 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.
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 you an interdisciplinary social science curriculum and trains you with diverse undergraduate degrees, backgrounds and experiences.
You have the opportunity to pursue a customized program to address social, economic and political challenges anywhere in the world. Through a wide variety of theoretical, research, policy and special topics courses, you are prepared to finish the degree program with an applied project of your choosing that explores theoretical aspects of global development or applied solutions for impact.
You develop skills in research, writing, analysis and gain the ability to understand the complexity of diverse cultural, social and political contexts. These in-demand skills and abilities transfer to a myriad of career pathways.
Curriculum
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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.
Admissions
Admission requirements
Program requirements
For admission requirements, refer to the academic unit program page. Some programs have additional requirements — check with your local Enrollment Advisor for details.
MS Global Technology Prueba, MS →Transfer applicants
International graduate and undergraduate transfer applicants should review ASU's international transfer guidance before applying.
International transfer applicants →Key admission dates & deadlines
| Program start | Fall 2026 | Spring 2027 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Immersion | Online | Campus Immersion | Online | |
| Application deadline | 2026-04-01 | 2026-07-01 | 2026-11-01 | 2026-12-01 |
| Classes start | 2026-08-20 | 2026-09-20 | 2027-01-11 | 2027-01-11 |
Outcomes
Career opportunities & 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.
Career examples include
Analyst (research, project, technical, data)
Consultant (fundraising, marketing, information technology)
Coordinator (environmental, health, safety, operations)
Educator (instructional design, teacher, instructor)
Manager (product, project, security, business, program, information technology)
Project lead (humanitarian missions, Information and Communications Technologies for Development projects, smart city initiatives)
Researcher (higher education, government, nonprofit)
Consultant (fundraising, marketing, information technology)
Coordinator (environmental, health, safety, operations)
Educator (instructional design, teacher, instructor)
Manager (product, project, security, business, program, information technology)
Project lead (humanitarian missions, Information and Communications Technologies for Development projects, smart city initiatives)
Researcher (higher education, government, nonprofit)
The school
College of Integrative Sciences and Arts
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.
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