Faculty: INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE PGROGRAMS This interdisciplinary major focuses on understanding and managing urban environments. Students explore urban planning, economics, public policy, sustainability, and community development. The program emphasizes analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to address urban challenges and promote sustainable urban development. Graduates are prepared for careers in urban planning, public administration, community development, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand urban studies and management fundamentals. - Develop skills in urban planning, policy analysis, and community development. - Learn techniques for analyzing urban issues and developing sustainable solutions. - Explore urban economics, sustainability, and public policy. - Understand community engagement and stakeholder participation in urban management. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in urban development. - Develop teamwork and problem-solving skills for urban projects. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Urban Studies** - Overview of urban studies, urbanization, and urban challenges. 2. **Urban Planning** - Principles of urban planning and techniques for creating sustainable urban environments. 3. **Urban Economics** - Fundamentals of urban economics and techniques for promoting economic growth. 4. **Public Policy and Urban Management** - Principles of public policy and techniques for developing and managing urban policies. 5. **Sustainability and Urban Development** - Principles of sustainability and techniques for promoting sustainable urban growth. 6. **Community Development** - Principles of community development and techniques for fostering community empowerment. 7. **Urban Infrastructure and Services** - Fundamentals of urban infrastructure and techniques for managing urban services. 8. **Research Methods in Urban Studies** - Principles of research methods and techniques for conducting urban research. 9. **Emerging Trends in Urban Studies** - Analysis of innovations such as smart cities and resilient urban planning. 10. **Capstone Project in Urban Studies and Management** - Real-world project to apply learned skills in urban planning or community development. **Assessment Methods:** - Urban planning projects, policy analysis reports, economic development plans, sustainability proposals, community development strategies, infrastructure management plans, research methodology papers, trend analyses, group projects, and internships. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Urban Planning: A Very Short Introduction" by Patsy Healey. - "Urban Economics" by Arthur O'Sullivan. - "Public Policy: Politics, Analysis, and Alternatives" by Michael E. Kraft and Scott R. Furlong. - "Sustainable Urban Development" by David Cadman and Marja Hofman. - "Community Development: A Critical Approach" by Margit Mayer and Jamie Peck. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of urban studies, economics, and public policy. Suitable for students interested in urban planning, public administration, and community development. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Urban Studies and Management and pursue certifications such as Certified Urban Planner (CUP) or Certified Public Manager (CPM). **Target Audience:** Aspiring urban planners, public administrators, community developers, and professionals seeking to specialize in urban studies and management. This major equips students with the skills needed to excel in urban studies and management, supporting sustainable urban development and effective urban governance.