Welcome to College of Development studies
About the College
The College of Development Studies is structured with seven key departments: Economics, Agribusiness and Value Chain Management (ABVM), Rural Development, Urban Development, Social Work, Natural Resource Management, and Cooperative Management. Among these, two departments are currently active, engaging multidisciplinary staffs who are dedicated to teaching, research, community service, and academic-related activities.
Additionally, Natural Resource Management and Cooperative Business Management departments which are hosted under ABVM department have been offering teaching and learning opportunities through a Winter In-Service program.
The College was established with the mission, vision and core values of contributing to the university’s broader goals by providing quality education, conducting research, offering community services, and providing training and consultancy services to government, non-governmental organizations, and private institutions, tailored to their specific needs.