Microfinance Practice: Re: [MFP] Certificate Program in Community Based Microfinance for Financial Inclusion by Coady in Addis, Ethiopia [1 Attachment]

Hello Anuj

Thank you for the update. ... Having participated in the earlier programmes, I strongly believe that this would be a great opportunity for those who are working in MFIs, banks, as well as SACCOs, SHGs, VLSAs, etc to understand the potential win-wins of coordinating activities ... We shall communicate to potential participants.

Regards

Getaneh

On Monday, February 3, 2014 6:05 PM, Anuj Jain <ajain@stfx.ca> wrote:

Dear MFP fellow members,

I wish to share this announcement for the certificate course offered in Addis, Ethiopia by Coady International Institute during March 24-April 4, 2014.

If you wish to apply or nominate others, the application can be submitted online.

With best wishes,

Anuj

Anuj K. Jain

Sr. Coady Fellow| Microfinance and Development| COADY International Institute

St. Francis Xavier University, Antigonish, Nova Scotia, B2G 2W5| Ph: 902-872-0521

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Coady International Institute

offering a Certificate Program in

Community Based Microfinance for Financial Inclusion

co-hosted with

Women in Self Employment (WISE)

in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

March 24^th -April 4^th 2014

By adapting and evolving to meet the changing needs of development practitioners, Coady International Institute remains at the forefront of innovation within the field of community-based development. The Institute is an educational and research organization dedicated to identifying, developing and disseminating knowledge on effective development practice. As a leader in the study and practice of community-based development, the Coady Institute provides relevant programs that help others make a positive difference in their own communities.

Who is best suited for the program

This program is intended for mid-to-senior-level practitioners from NGOs, financial cooperatives, rural finance institutions, regulators and government officials, trainers and donors engaged in financial inclusion agenda; and also MFIs and bankers interested in linking with members based institutions. Two years' work experience in microfinance or in the field of economic development is desirable.

Please access the course web page for additional details by clicking the link below:

Community-based Microfinance for Financial Inclusion

Fees

Total fees are $1,900 CAD. This covers tuition and workshop lunches.

Scholarships

There are limited scholarships available through the MasterCard Foundation Microfinance Scholars' Program for both certificates. Applications requesting scholarships (up to $1900) must be received with the application. Women are especially encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

To access the certificate application form click here to apply

Location

The courses are being held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, at our partner Organization for Women in Self Employment (WISE) training facility.

For information about other Coady International Institute Programs

To view more about Coady International Institute's educational programs, research, publications, web-based initiatives and global learning partners, please visit our website at www.coady.stfx.ca.

Applications should be directed to:

Admissions - Coady International Institute

St. Francis Xavier University

PO Box 5000, Antigonish, NS, Canada B2G 2W5

Phone 902.867.3953 Fax 902.867.3907

Email coadyadmit@stfx.ca