Decentralization and local governance are crucial elements for the success of development processes as well as to ensure democratic political systems. Furthermore, local and regional governments need to be able to rely on strong leadership abilities when it comes to these processes.
Program Contents
Topic One: Introduction to Decentralization
- Decentralization, political and economic foundations.
- Decentralization, political leadership and democratic participation at a local level.
Topic Two: Decentralization and new areas of local governance
- Public management, funding and decentralization.
- Territorial strategic planning in the context of decentralization and instruments for economic promotion instruments.
- Coordination between governments levels, social cohesion and provision of services.
Topic Three: Case Studies on Decentralization and Local Governance.
Using case-study methodology, course participants can explore local management in greater detail, gauging its true impact on the areas in which it has the greatest responsibility. Proposed case studies are those that touch upon areas that promote change in local development and that offer a more proactive view on specific projects and actions that effect citizens’ daily lives.
