The main aim of the program is to produce graduates who can perofrm a range of tasks and can be employed in development oriented careers with specific focus on rural development. These include Policy Anaysts and planners, programme Coordinators, Managers or officials in both government and private organizations, development planners trainers, researchers and consultants in training and research institutions, NGOs, CBOs and other rural institutions, and managers of Microfinance institutions (MFIs)