This specialized domain focuses on regional economic integration, cross-border cooperation, connectivity, trade facilitation, and institutional coordination—key to advancing sustainable development and competitiveness in Asia and beyond. The courses are ideal for professionals in government, international development, regional organizations, academia, and policy think tanks.
- One-Week Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee Range (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Introduction to Regional Cooperation and Integration (RCI) | 1 Week | Online | Understand the fundamental concepts and frameworks of RCI in Asia and globally. | Policy Awareness, Analytical Thinking | Quiz & Discussion | ₹2,000 / $25 | Policy and regional planning agencies |
| Trade and Connectivity Corridors in Regional Integration | 1 Week | Online | Examine trade corridor design, logistics, and connectivity initiatives. | Corridor Mapping, Trade Analysis | Case Study | ₹2,000 / $25 | Infrastructure, logistics, trade bodies |
| Institutional Mechanisms for Regional Cooperation | 1 Week | Online | Learn about governance, coordination, and stakeholder engagement. | Institutional Mapping, Governance Design | Policy Brief | ₹2,000 / $25 | Ministries, regional secretariats |
| Regional Cooperation and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) | 1 Week | Online | Link regional initiatives with SDG frameworks and cross-border development. | SDG Integration, Monitoring | Reflection Report | ₹2,000 / $25 | Development partners, NGOs |
| RCI and the Political Economy of Integration | 1 Week | Online | Analyze how political and economic drivers shape regional partnerships. | Policy Interpretation, Geoeconomic Literacy | Short Essay | ₹2,000 / $25 | Think tanks, academic researchers |
- Two-Week Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee Range (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Designing Regional Integration Frameworks and Policies | 2 Weeks | Online | Learn to conceptualize and implement RCI policy frameworks. | Policy Design, Strategic Thinking | Policy Design Paper | ₹3,500 / $40 | Regional and national planning institutions |
| Cross-Border Infrastructure and Connectivity Projects | 2 Weeks | Online | Understand how physical and soft infrastructure enhance integration. | Project Planning, Coordination | Project Plan | ₹3,500 / $40 | Transport, infrastructure ministries |
| Trade Facilitation and Customs Cooperation | 2 Weeks | Online | Analyze trade logistics, customs harmonization, and facilitation measures. | Regulatory Coordination, Efficiency Tools | Simulation | ₹3,500 / $40 | Trade and commerce ministries |
| Public–Private Partnerships in Regional Integration | 2 Weeks | Online | Develop PPP strategies for financing and operationalizing RCI initiatives. | PPP Structuring, Negotiation | Financial Assignment | ₹3,500 / $40 | Development finance, private investors |
| Regional Value Chains and Industrial Cooperation | 2 Weeks | Online | Explore strategies for promoting regional production networks. | Value Chain Mapping, Industry Collaboration | Case Study | ₹3,500 / $40 | Industry associations, SMEs, trade councils |
- One-Month Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee Range (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Comprehensive Program on Regional Cooperation and Integration | 1 Month | Online | Gain in-depth knowledge of RCI theories, practices, and frameworks. | Regional Policy Planning, Evaluation | Capstone Essay | ₹6,000 / $70 | Regional cooperation agencies, academia |
| Digital Connectivity and Regional Integration | 1 Month | Online | Learn about ICT infrastructure, data policy, and e-commerce facilitation. | Digital Policy Analysis, ICT Planning | Digital Policy Project | ₹6,000 / $70 | Digital economy and trade experts |
| Regional Financial Integration and Investment Facilitation | 1 Month | Online | Study cross-border financial integration, capital flows, and policy alignment. | Financial Modelling, Risk Analysis | Simulation | ₹6,000 / $70 | Finance ministries, multilateral banks |
| Sustainable Regional Development and Climate Cooperation | 1 Month | Online | Link regional integration to environmental sustainability goals. | Climate Policy Alignment, Sustainability Modelling | Analytical Report | ₹6,000 / $70 | Climate and environment sectors |
| Conflict Prevention and Trust-Building in Regional Cooperation | 1 Month | Online | Explore mechanisms for managing regional disputes and building collaboration. | Negotiation, Conflict Resolution | Scenario-Based Assessment | ₹6,000 / $70 | Diplomacy, international relations institutes |
- Three-Month Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee Range (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Advanced Program in Regional Cooperation and Integration Policy Design | 3 Months | Online | Develop strategic skills in planning, implementing, and evaluating RCI initiatives. | Strategic Policy Design, Evaluation | Policy Portfolio | ₹12,000 / $140 | Regional policy planners, ADB/UN staff |
| Trade, Transport, and Digital Corridors for Regional Growth | 3 Months | Online | Integrate multimodal transport and digital trade into regional frameworks. | Integrated Planning, Trade Simulation | Project Plan | ₹12,000 / $140 | Logistics and transport experts |
| Institutional Coordination and Governance in RCI | 3 Months | Online | Strengthen institutional linkages for multi-country programs. | Coordination Mechanisms, Governance Mapping | Institutional Report | ₹12,000 / $140 | Government and intergovernmental organizations |
| Macroeconomic Policy Coordination for Regional Integration | 3 Months | Online | Study monetary, fiscal, and structural policy coordination. | Macroeconomic Analysis, Policy Modelling | Analytical Paper | ₹12,000 / $140 | Economists, central banks, policy units |
| Regional Cooperation for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) | 3 Months | Online | Align integration strategies with SDG implementation frameworks. | SDG Mapping, Development Policy | SDG Project | ₹12,000 / $140 | UN agencies, development ministries |
- Six-Month Diploma Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee Range (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Diploma in Regional Cooperation and Integration Policy and Practice | 6 Months | Online | Master the design, negotiation, and implementation of RCI frameworks. | Regional Policy Development, Strategic Coordination | Capstone + Field Project | ₹25,000 / $300 | Government, regional organizations |
| Diploma in Cross-Border Connectivity and Integration Projects | 6 Months | Online | Learn the full cycle of planning and managing connectivity projects. | Project Design, Risk Governance | Corridor Project | ₹25,000 / $300 | Infrastructure ministries, ADB, World Bank |
| Diploma in Regional Trade, Finance, and Investment Cooperation | 6 Months | Online | Gain expertise in promoting financial and trade linkages across borders. | Investment Planning, Policy Alignment | Case-Based Assignment | ₹25,000 / $300 | Trade and finance institutions |
| Diploma in Governance and Institutional Frameworks for Integration | 6 Months | Online | Build frameworks for inter-agency and multi-country coordination. | Institutional Capacity Building | Institutional Assessment | ₹25,000 / $300 | Regional bodies, public administration |
| Diploma in Digital and Sustainable Regional Integration | 6 Months | Online | Integrate digitalization, sustainability, and inclusion in RCI design. | Data Policy, Sustainability Governance | Capstone Project | ₹25,000 / $300 | ICT, environment, and policy sectors |
Common Features Across All Courses
- Self-paced modules
- Ideal for: graduates, policymakers, researchers, planners, professionals, NGOs, and development practitioners
- Mixed qualitative + quantitative learning
- Capstone projects for advanced levels
- STRATI certification pathway