Our course explores what can be done to solve the complex problem that half a billion people worldwide do not have improved water supplies and two billion do not have improved sanitation. We look forward to you joining us. We want to help you develop the skills you need to address this major global challenge of the 21st century.
Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 1: Understanding Complex Problems
Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 1: Understanding Complex Problems
Instructors: Prof Dale Whittington
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KH
Reviewed on May 16, 2021
In this course, I have gained a lot of knowledge in WASH-related programs and how to analyze their effectiveness, Highly recommended. But this course mostly covers economic facts.
PS
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2020
It gives a longitudinal and comprehensive view of the sector, emphasising the challenges, the alternate pathways practised globally with their feasibility today.
QK
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2019
Very useful, I understood how governments and private agencies works positively and negatively for water and sanitation projects.
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