The World Bank Institute launched an “e-Institute” in July 2011 which is designed to support self-motivated learners to get up to speed on the latest development trends, enhance their skill-sets, and share knowledge through on-line learning communities.

New courses on cross-cutting themes will featured regularly in addition to monthly webinars and other free resources.

Upcoming e-Learning Courses (May 2013 – July 2013)

For a complete listing of courses, please visit the World Bank Institute, “e-Institute” webpage.

Introduction to Social Accountability
Apply by May 3, 2013

CDM Programme of Activities: Challenges and Opportunities
Apply by May 6, 2013

Policies for Jobs
Apply by May 26, 2013 (free course)

Municipal Finances - A Learning Program for Local Governments
Apply by May 27, 2013 (free course)

Policies for Low Emissions Development: From Strategy Design to Implementation
Apply by June 17, 2013 (pilot course is free of charge)

Developing and Monitoring Agriculture Carbon Projects
Apply by July 1, 2013

For more information and application, please visit each course webpage.
*Course application/offering date are subject to change without notice. Please visit the World Bank Institute, “e-Institute” webpage for the most recent information.

Course Calendar by Month

Please visit e-Institute website. You can also search by theme or by keywords.

Webinar Series

The World Bank's Webinar Series are free webinars that discuss cutting edge issues in development. Experts from the World Bank will share the latest approaches on topics such as social entrepreneurship and green growth through online presentations. The goal of the webinar series is to educate and foster discussion around pressing issues in development.

Lessons from Brazil Scaling Up Slum Upgrading and Prevention through National Policies and Program
Date: Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Time: 10:00 (EST)/23:00 (JST)

Carbon tax – How can a tax shift support low emission development while building public acceptance?
Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Time: 10:00 (EST)/23:00 (JST)

Financing Telecom-Energy Business Models for off-Grid Electrification
Date: Wednesday, June 26, 2013
Time: 10:00 (EST)/23:00 (JST)