History
The Institute was founded by Prof Dr Charles Cooper as United Nations University Institute for New Technologies (UNU-INTECH). In 1985 the Dutch Government commissioned him to draft a feasibility study on the creation of a UNU Institute to specialize in the social and economic aspects of new technologies. The report was presented to UNU in 1987 and formed the basis for setting up the new Institute in 1990. Prof Cooper led the Institute from 1990 until 2000. He was succeeded by Prof Dr Lynn Mytelka (2000-2004), Prof Dr Luc Soete (2004-2012), Prof Dr Bart Verspagen (2012- 2020). The current director is Prof. Dr. Bartel Van de Walle. Following the integration of the Maastricht Graduate School of Governance (MGSoG) in December 2010, the institute now covers all aspects of governance in domestic and global organizations, from risk assessment to policy analysis, design and evaluation. In its enlarged form, UNU-MERIT functions as a research centre and graduate school. The Institute offers M.Sc in Public Policy & Human Development with 8 different specializations. UNU-MERIT is a 'UN think tank' addressing a broad range of policy questions on comprehensive innovation for sustainable development. The institute was based in a historic building in the centre of Maastricht near the city's main square, the Vrijthof till August 2015. In September 2015 the institute moved to a new location in Boschstraat in the newly developed Sphinx Quarter.PhD Programmes
The Institute has two PhD Programmes. The full-time programme allows candidates to conduct independent research on Innovation, Economics and Governance for Development. The Dual Career Training Programme to obtain a PhD in Governance and Policy Analysis (GPAC²) allows external PhD candidates to devote part of their working time to scientific research whilst continuing their full-time employment.Master in Public Policy & Human Development
UNU-MERIT, in partnership with Maastricht University, offers a Master of Science in Public Policy & Human Development (MPP). The programme awards a double degree, one from each partner University. The MPP is accredited by the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO) and received the official EAPAA accreditation by the European Association for Public Administration Accreditation. The Programme has seven specializations which are offered in collaboration with partner universities and international organisationsWikipedia General Survey
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