Tuesday ● 17 February 2026
The Global Development Bank (GDB) provides resources and learning opportunities designed to support people who want to understand international development, sustainable finance, and related fields. This section offers learning environments, tools, and digital resources that help students, young professionals, researchers, and lifelong learners build knowledge and skills relevant to global development and finance.
The Open Campus initiative serves as a hub for broad learning opportunities, with open-access educational content on topics like economic development, sustainable investment, and project planning. Learners can explore foundational concepts and gain insights into how development institutions operate in a global context.
The Digital Campus provides online, technology-enabled learning experiences. This includes:
Remote courses and webinars
Interactive modules on development finance and policy
Digital tools that help learners engage with real-world development challenges
This platform is ideal for learners who prefer flexible, online study options.
The Technology Campus focuses on education in technology, innovation, and digital transformation — skills that are increasingly important in global development work. Through this component, learners can explore topics such as:
Data and digital analytics for development
Technologies for sustainable finance
Digital platforms and innovation in development initiatives
This campus aims to prepare learners for the demands of modern development sectors where tech skills are valuable.
For Learners content is designed for:
Students preparing for careers in economics, public policy, finance, and international development
Young professionals and recent graduates entering the development sector
Researchers and analysts who want better understanding of global finance and project implementation
Lifelong learners interested in sustainable development and financial systems
Educational engagement helps learners build practical skills and knowledge that are aligned with broader sustainable development goals (SDGs). Across major development institutions, learning platforms and open curricula are increasingly used to:
✅ Enhance understanding of economic development theory and practice
✅ Equip learners with practical tools for real-world challenges
✅ Support career development in public, private, and nonprofit sectors
For example, global institutions like the World Bank Group’s Open Learning Campus offer free online courses on development finance and data skills that empower learners worldwide.
