Dr. Susan Spronk

Associate Professor

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Biography

Susan Spronk is an Associate Professor at the School of International Development and Global Studies. Her research focuses on the impact of neoliberalism on the transformation of the state and public services in the global South. She is currently a co-applicant on a SSHRC-funded project that examines the role of public banks in achieving Sustainable Development Goals, particularly related to water and sanitation. Prior SSHRC-funded projects included studies on the impact of cash transfer systems on women's empowerment in the context of post-racialized transitions in South Africa and Bolivia, and local democracy in water service delivery in Bolivia and Venezuela. She serves as a research associate for the Municipal Services Project, which explores policy alternatives for municipal service delivery across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. She is also a co-founder of the Blended Finance Project, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of blended finance in Canadian foreign aid policy.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Ottawa • Ottawa, ON, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in the field of International Development and Global Studies.

Research Associate

— Present

Municipal Services Project • Remote

Conducting research on policy alternatives for municipal services in various regions.

Requirements for University of Ottawa

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Honours BA in History or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of History