Certificate in Rural Development (CRD)

Certificate in Rural Development (CRD) is Diploma level Management course. Rural development is the process of improving the quality of life and economic wellbeing of people living in relatively isolated and sparsely populated areas. Course integrates the disciples of geography, sociology, political science, economics, business administration, and psychology. The discipline of Rural Development is of vital significance for understanding the development issues related to rural society.

Certificate in Rural Development (CRD) Eligibility

• Aspiring students should have passed graduation with a minimum of 50% marks from any of the recognized University.

Certificate in Rural Development (CRD) Syllabus

Syllabus of Rural Development as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

Certificate in Rural Development (CRD) Colleges

• KC Das Commerce College, Guwahati
• Indira Gandhi National Open University - IGNOU, Delhi
• Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences, Ahemadnagar
• Goodwill College, Firozabad

Certificate in Rural Development (CRD) Course Suitability

• Course is suitable to personnel working in various Government or non-Govt. Departments/agencies, NGO’s and transformation. 
• One should possess a willingness to work in rural areas, good communication skills, and knowledge of local languages, ability to handle masses, analytical reasoning, and leadership skills. 
• Candidates willing to for further research work also are suitable for the course. It is also suitable for fresh graduates who are interested in pursuing career in the discipline of rural development. 

How is Certificate in Rural Development (CRD) Course Beneficial?

• The course helps students for further higher studies in the field of rural studies such as M.Phil., Ph.D. The successful completion of the course makes them eligible for the post of a lecturer in any university/college. 
• They can work in rural enterprises in form of policymakers, managers, analysts and consultants advising on operational efficiency and improvements. 
• Other career opportunities in the rural areas are in co-operative sector, in development organizations, agri-business enterprises, areas related to micro-finance, food and agricultural marketing and management of agro products.

Certificate in Rural Development (CRD) Employment Areas

• Educational Institutes
• Retailing Outlets
• Business Development Centres
• Rural and Agriculture Financing Centres
• NGOs

Certificate in Rural Development (CRD) Job Types

• Business Development Executive
• Volunteer
• Rural Marketing Manager
• Purchase/Vendor Development Manager
• Sales/Business Development Manager
• Rural Development Officer
• Rural Technology Project Head
• Business Head
• Rural Business Sales Officer
• Finance & Accounts Head
• National Sales Development Manager
• Business Development & Client Servicing Manager
• Lecturer & Teacher

 Advance Courses in Certificate in Rural Development (CRD)

• M.Phil. (Rural Development)
• Ph.D. (Rural Development)