Contextualizing development in a globalized world -- Development and its dimensions -- The state in development -- The inclusive developmental state and institutions of development -- The governance of development -- Managing and networking development -- Development policy making -- Implementing policy and planning development -- Decentralization and intergovernmental relations -- Management reforms and capacity building -- Citizen participation and empowerment -- Rural development and microfinance -- Health and population management -- Education and advocacy -- Environmental protection -- Managing development: future directions.