This course focuses on the role of microfinance in promoting community development by providing financial services to underserved populations. It covers the principles and practices of microfinance, including lending models, financial inclusion, and strategies for empowering communities through access to credit, savings, and other financial services.

Key Areas of Study:

1. Introduction to Microfinance: Understanding the core concepts of microfinance and its impact on community development.
2. Microfinance Models and Institutions: Exploring different microfinance models, such as self-help groups, cooperatives, and microfinance banks.
3. Financial Inclusion: Examining how microfinance contributes to increasing access to financial services for marginalized groups.
4. Microcredit and Small Business Development: Providing financial support for small enterprises and entrepreneurship in low-income communities.
5. Risk Management in Microfinance: Techniques for assessing and managing risks in microfinance operations.
6. Social Impact and Sustainability: Measuring the social and economic impact of microfinance programs and ensuring their sustainability.
7. Regulation and Policy in Microfinance: Understanding the regulatory frameworks and policies that govern microfinance institutions.

Duration: 14 Days