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Sustainable Urban Development and Planning

This course is part of Sustainable Cities and Urban Development.

Course Cost

₹ 5,163

Intermediate

Skill Level

9 Weeks

Self-paced lessons

This comprehensive course explores the challenges and opportunities of urban sustainability. You'll study urban systems, governance, poverty reduction, infrastructure, and resilience while examining real-world case studies from global cities. The course covers crucial aspects of sustainable urban development, from basic services to economic opportunities, environmental protection, and technological innovation.

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30,185 Enrolled

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Jeffrey D. Sachs

Jeffrey D. Sachs

Aromar Revi

Aromar Revi

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4.7

30,185 Enrolled

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English

Jeffrey D. Sachs

Jeffrey D. Sachs

Aromar Revi

Aromar Revi

What you'll learn

  • Master urban governance systems and land management principles

  • Understand poverty reduction strategies and inclusive urban development

  • Learn about sustainable infrastructure and service delivery

  • Explore urban resilience and climate adaptation strategies

  • Analyze economic productivity and inequality in urban contexts

  • Develop skills in sustainable urban planning and implementation

Skills you'll gain

urban planning
sustainable development
city management
infrastructure planning
urban governance
environmental protection
smart cities
urban resilience

This course includes:

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Graded assignments, Exams

Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop

Limited Access access

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There are 9 modules in this course

This comprehensive course examines sustainable urban development through multiple lenses. Students learn about urban systems, governance, poverty reduction, infrastructure, and resilience. The curriculum covers critical aspects of city management including public services, economic development, environmental protection, and technological innovation. Case studies from cities worldwide provide practical insights into implementing sustainable urban solutions.

The Urban Opportunity

Module 1

What Makes a City Function

Module 2

How Can We Reduce Urban Poverty and Make Cities Inclusive and Safe

Module 3

Making Cities Productive and Reduce Inequality

Module 4

Improving Human Development in Cities

Module 5

Providing Universal Urban Services and Infrastructure

Module 6

How Can Cities Be Resilient

Module 7

Governing Sustainable Cities

Module 8

Implementing Change

Module 9

Fee Structure

Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Sustainable Cities and Urban Development

Payment options

Financial Aid

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Faculties

These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they're here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.

Jeffrey D. Sachs
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Jeffrey D. Sachs stands as one of the world's most influential economists and sustainable development experts, currently serving as University Professor at Columbia University and Director of the Center for Sustainable Development. His academic journey began at Harvard University, where he earned his B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees, and later served as the Galen L. Stone Professor of International Trade for over twenty years. Throughout his career, Sachs has shaped global policy as Special Advisor to three UN Secretaries-General, advising on both the Millennium Development Goals and Sustainable Development Goals. His expertise spans economic development, global macroeconomics, and poverty alleviation, having worked in more than 125 countries. As Director of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network and President of SDG USA, he continues to drive sustainable development initiatives worldwide. His influential works include bestsellers such as "The End of Poverty," "Common Wealth: Economics for a Crowded Planet," and "The Age of Sustainable Development." His achievements have earned him numerous accolades, including the 2015 Blue Planet Prize and the 2022 Tang Prize in Sustainable Development, while Time Magazine has twice named him among the world's 100 most influential leaders. Beyond his academic work, he serves as a Commissioner of the ITU/UNESCO Broadband Commission for Development and maintains active engagement with the Pontifical Academy of Sciences and Social Sciences on sustainable development issues.
Aromar Revi
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Aromar Revi has established himself as a pioneering figure in sustainable urban development as the founding Director of the Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS), India's first prospective National University focused on urbanization. His academic foundation includes degrees from IIT-Delhi and the Law and Management schools of the University of Delhi. With over 35 years of interdisciplinary experience, he has emerged as a global thought leader in sustainable development, public policy, and climate science. His extensive work includes leading 125 major research and consulting assignments, publishing over 95 peer-reviewed publications, and helping structure development investments exceeding $8 billion across multiple countries. As Co-Chair of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN), he successfully championed the inclusion of urban development in the UN's 2030 agenda through SDG 11. His expertise in climate science is evidenced by his role as Coordinating Lead Author of the 2018 IPCC Special Report on Global Warming of 1.5°C. As one of South Asia's leading disaster mitigation experts, he has directed emergency teams for ten major natural disasters affecting over five million people. His influence extends across academia, policy, and practice, having lectured at over 90 universities worldwide and advised numerous governments and international organizations on sustainable
Joshua Castellino
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Joshua Castellino has established himself as a leading authority in international human rights law and minority rights advocacy, currently serving as Executive Director of Minority Rights Group International since October 2018. His unique career path began as a journalist with the Indian Express Group in Mumbai before transitioning to academia through a Chevening Scholarship, which led to his MA in International Law & Politics in 1995 and PhD in International Law in 1998. Prior to his current role, he served as Dean of the Schools of Law and Business at Middlesex University, London, where he made significant contributions to legal education. His academic expertise spans across multiple institutions, holding visiting positions in Ireland, Spain, Hungary, and Italy, and serving as Adjunct Professor at the Irish Centre for Human Rights. Castellino's scholarly contributions include authoring and editing eight books on international law and human rights, with particular focus on self-determination, territorial rights, and indigenous peoples' rights. His work includes a significant five-book series with Oxford University Press on Global Minority Rights Law. His international influence extends through his role on the Leadership Council of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, where he co-chairs the Thematic Group on Social Inclusion, Gender and Human Rights. His expertise was recognized when he was appointed Chair of the 8th Forum on Minority Issues by the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, facilitating crucial dialogue between governments and civil society organizations.
Susan Parnell
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Susan Parnell serves as Deputy Principal Investigator with PEAK Urban and holds a Chair in Human Geography at the University of Bristol, while also maintaining her position as Emeritus Professor at the African Centre for Cities, University of Cape Town. Her academic journey began with research in urban historical geography, focusing on racial residential segregation and colonialism's impact on urbanization in Sub-Saharan Africa, before shifting after 1994 to contemporary urban policy research. Her current work spans local government, poverty reduction, and urban environmental justice, combining academic research with practical policy engagement. She has held prestigious positions including Leverhulme Visiting Professor at UCL, Emeka Anyaoku Visiting Chair at the University of London, and visiting professor at LSE Cities. Her extensive publication record includes over 150 peer-reviewed works, with recent books such as "Building a Capable State: Post Apartheid Service Delivery" and co-edited volumes "The Urban Planet" and "Implementing the SDGs in African Cities." Beyond academia, she actively engages with local and national governments, international donors, and serves on boards of NGOs focused on poverty alleviation, sustainability, and gender equity in post-apartheid South Africa, while also contributing to national and international advisory research panels on urban reconstruction.
Sheela Patel
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Sheela Patel, born in 1952, has dedicated her life to advocating for urban poor communities since founding the Society for Promotion of Area Resource Centres (SPARC) in Mumbai in 1984. After earning her Master's in Social Work from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences in 1974 and working at the Nagpada Neighbourhood House, she established SPARC to support pavement dwellers' rights to housing and basic amenities. Her impact extends globally through her role as Chair of Slum/Shack Dwellers International (SDI), a network spanning Asia, Africa, and Latin America that has helped 14 million people across 500 cities access housing and infrastructure. She co-founded several influential organizations, including Swayam Shikshan Prayog working with women's collectives in Maharashtra, the Asian Coalition of Housing Rights, and the Asian Women and Shelter Network. As Secretary and Chief Executive of SPARC Samudaya Nirman Sahayak since 1999, she helps slum communities undertake construction projects for homes and sanitation. Her groundbreaking work has earned numerous accolades, including the UN Human Settlement Award (2000), the David Rockefeller Bridging Leadership Award (2009), and the Padma Shri (2011), India's fourth-highest civilian honor. She currently serves on the UN Secretary General's panel for UN-Habitat effectiveness and the Adaptation Commission, while continuing to advocate for urban poor communities through policy changes and practical solutions.
Sustainable Urban Development and Planning

Intermediate

Skill Level

9 Weeks

Self-paced lessons

Course Cost

₹ 5,163

Completion

CERTIFICATE

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