Introduction to Microfinance in the Developing World

Introduction to Microfinance in the Developing World

This course has been designed to make the participants understand the scope and potential of microfinance, study various microfinance models, and then design a microfinance programme.

Course Outline:

• Identify, explain and discuss the role of micro-finance institutions in economic and social development
• Facilitate the setting up and management of savings and credit in rural areas
• Appreciate the role of micro-finance in poverty alleviation.
• Understand the basic principals on which micro-finance is organized
• Identify micro-finance models

Course Dates for the U.K. (London): June 8-9th; September 15-16th ; October 6-7th