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Course #2:
Principles and Practices of
Christian Microfinance and Microenterprise Development

Course Description
This course provides an overview of basic principles and practices in Microfinance (MF) and Microenterprise Development (MED) so that participants can determine the appropriateness of MED and MF for their ministry context. It is an orientation course that lays the foundation for advanced training in specific MED/MF implementation strategies.

Prerequisite: Course #1, Foundations and Principles of Holistic Ministry

Formats: Distance learning, the Christian Economic Development Institute, and Self/Group-study

Distance Learning

Format: Internet-based course featuring weekly reading and written assignments, peer learning (including threaded discussions), and facilitator feedback. Learn More »

Length: 7 weeks

Time Investment: On average, 5-8 hours/week. (If you do not have a secondary-school level of English comprehension and writing skills, your time investment may be longer.)

Course Material: Reading and written assignments accessible over the Internet. No separate purchase is necessary. As a courtesy, the Chalmers Center will send a Resource CD of course and recommended material. This CD and the shipping cost is included in the cost of the course.

Registration: Click on the button below to view the schedule of course offerings and/or to register.

Christian Economic Development Institute

Format: Classroom-style training featuring lecture/presentation, group discussion, skits, and simulation/role play. Learn More »

Length: One day, taught on the second day of a CEDI.

Registration: CEDIs are offered at different locations around the world. Click on the button below to view the dates and locations of upcoming CEDIs and/or to register.

Note: A CEDI offers multiple Chalmers Center courses during a single 5½ day period. Participants register to attend the entire CEDI training event, not just this individual course.