CERDI, the Centre for Studies and Research on International Development, is a prominent research institution affiliated with UMR CNRS at the University of Auvergne. Established to advance understanding of global development issues, CERDI engages in an array of research themes focusing on vital areas such as development financing, sustainable development trajectories, and the integration of developing countries into the global economy.

The center actively organizes conferences and colloquia, including notable events like the GDRI colloquium held in Clermont-Ferrand. CERDI is also dedicated to knowledge dissemination through its publications, contributing scholarly articles to esteemed journals such as the Quarterly Review of Economics and Finance and BMJ Global Health.

In addition to research, CERDI offers a range of academic programs, including master's degrees in Economic Policy Management and Project Management for Development, as well as doctoral programs. Through its rigorous academic approach and commitment to impactful research, CERDI plays a key role in shaping policies and practices that influence international development.