Master in Development Management
Explore impactful development in Asia with our Master in Development Management (MDM) program. Our program will equip you with the essential skills to navigate the dynamic landscape of development, giving you the tools to lead sustainable change and drive measurable social impact.
Harness the power of impact leadership to drive real, sustainable change
Created to mold the next generation of change agents, the Master in Development Management (MDM) program is a rigorous learning journey that sharpens cognitive flexibility, situation management skills, and demystifies complex development goals for impactful leadership. MDM students will be problem solvers, becoming experts in Policy Transformation, Social Entrepreneurship, and Impact-First Investing to create sustainable solutions for developing societies.
Our MDM students will have access to a network of development experts, supporting their chosen industries through investments, policy creation, and product development.
Program Structure*
The Master in Development Management (MDM) program spans 4 terms within 12 months with a pre-program orientation before the first term.
*This program’s curriculum is subject to change
**Non-credit units
Note: Some classes must be taken twice
Students may choose between Social Entrepreneurship, Policy & Transformation, and Impact-first Investing for their concentration areas.
Start Date and Class Schedule
Duration: 12 months (4 terms)
Start Date: Every January
Class Schedule:
- Monday to Friday 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM *Subject to change
Class Type: Hybrid Classes
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
- At least five years’ work experience, preferably with at least two years’ managerial experience
Application Deadline for January 2026 Intake
13 December 2025
(For Non-Resident and Resident Applicants)
Program Learning Goals
These goals outline the knowledge, skills, and abilities that students are expected to develop by the time they graduate. They ensure that the programs of the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) remain both challenging and aligned with the current business landscape.
Program Learning Goal 1:
The Master in Development Management students will be able to demonstrate critical understanding of the foundational theories behind the practice of development management, of specialized knowledge specific to development management, and the interconnections between development management and other fields.
Program Learning Goal 2:
The Master in Development Management students will be able to demonstrate strategic capabilities, specialized problem-solving skills, and organizational skills to co-create scalable solutions to complex development problems that integrate knowledge from different fields.
Program Learning Goal 3:
The Master in Development Management students will be able to take responsibility for contributing to professional knowledge and practice and/or for reviewing the strategic performance of teams, services, programs, and platforms in and through policy implementation, social entrepreneurship, or impact-first investing.
Program Learning Goal 4:
The Master in Development Management students will be able to contribute to the creation of strategic solutions through innovative policy implementation, social entrepreneurship, or impact-first investing.
Get to know our global partners
The Master in Development Management (MDM) program is a proud partner of the Asian Development Bank (ADB). For over 30 years, the Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) through the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) has produced 1,292 graduates coming from 34 partner countries within the Asia-Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate poverty.
Lead sustainable development with the
Master in Development Management (MDM) program
Master in Development Management Class Profile
Students Enrolled
International Students
Nationalities Represented
- Philippines
- Bangladesh
- India
- Nepal
- Tajikistan
- China
Average Age
Years old
Gender
Professional Level
Average Work Experience
Years
Industries Represented
“I enjoyed making new connections and expanding my network. The beauty of bringing together a diverse group is one of the program’s greatest strengths.”
Justin Gatuslao
Master in Development Management, 2024
“MDM was an eye-opening experience. It taught me a great deal about how development can significantly impact our society.”
Dr. Carlo Alphonso Belmonte
Master in Development Management, 2023
“The learning teams in MDM provide a great opportunity for people from different fields to connect. We were able to leverage the expertise and experience of our team members.”
Atty. Cecille Latuno
Master in Development Management, 2023
“The MDM program was life-changing. It broadened my understanding of development, fueling my award-winning digital financial inclusion efforts in 2022 and 2023.”
Margaret Rose Rodriguez
Master in Development Management, 2019
“MDM is designed to empower passionate leaders, keeping them relevant in a dynamic and demanding global market.”
Marshall Malu
Master in Development Management, 2021
“My MDM community is an invaluable nexus of like-minded friends who drive my continued professional learning and exchange. Enrolling was one of the best decisions I have made.”
Anuja Koirala
Master in Development Management, 2020
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