Students will learn to tackle issues of economic inequality, social injustice, and environmental change. They will build capacity to solve problems at the local level. The University of Waterloo gives students lots of tools to put in their toolkit, including business skills, problem solving, cultural understanding, economic development, social accounting, and more.

Meanwhile, Students can add some environmental studies, social sciences, and language courses will strengthen their adaptability and thinking skills. Students will graduate knowing how to design development projects that are ethical, environmentally sustainable, culturally responsible, and scientifically accountable.