Urban Management 2200-1CWPA103-ERA

Urban Management combines theory with practice. The course offers a deeper understanding of the powers at work in cities, a practical focus and worldwide experience connected with international urban research. Through its comprehensive approach, the programme takes the economic, social, physical, managerial and political aspects of urban management and development into perspective.
The seminars, in addition to discussing legal conditions for the management of large cities / metropolies, focus on practical issues and problem solving.
An important part of the course are guest lectures from academics and practicioners from foreign countries, providing with different perspectives.
The programme includes issues such as:
Managing large structures
Economic theory and its application to public sector decisions
Urban infrastructure, investment and development
Urban policy, planning and evaluation
Access to education, culture and sport
Leadership in large cities
Civic participation, negotiation and decision-making
Public transport
Public services
Migration, homelessness
Environmental pollution
Waste management
Smart cities
Governance and cooperation with non-profit organisations
Budget and financial planning
Participatory budgeting