• By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Define and explain the key concepts of strategic sustainability, urban governance, and smart and sustainable cities.
• Identify the key challenges and opportunities for creating smart and sustainable cities.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for creating smart and sustainable cities.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of smart and sustainable city initiatives.

This course is designed for senior executives, managers, and directors who are responsible for or involved in setting their organization’s strategic direction and goals. The course suits participants from various sectors and industries who want to enhance their knowledge and skills in corporate responsibility and sustainability. It suits executives from any industry, function, or region interested in or responsible for developing, implementing, or overseeing strategic sustainability and corporate governance initiatives in their organization.

This five-day course for senior managers will provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of strategic sustainability and urban governance in the context of creating smart and sustainable cities. The course will cover a range of topics, including:

• The key challenges and opportunities of sustainable urban development
• The role of technology in enabling smart and sustainable cities
• The importance of effective governance and stakeholder engagement in creating smart and sustainable cities
• Best practices for developing and implementing smart and sustainable city strategies

Day One:

• Introduction to strategic sustainability, urban governance, and smart and sustainable cities
• The key challenges and opportunities for creating smart and sustainable cities
• Case studies of successful smart and sustainable city initiatives

Day Two:

• Strategic planning for smart and sustainable cities
• Developing vision, mission, and values statements
• Setting goals and objectives
• Developing and implementing action plans

Day Three:

• Smart city technologies and infrastructure
• Sustainable transportation and energy systems
• Green buildings and water management
• Smart waste management and recycling

• Stakeholder engagement and partnership building for smart and sustainable cities

Day Four:

• Urban governance for smart and sustainable cities
• Public-private partnerships
• Community engagement and participation
• Data-driven decision-making

Day Five:

• Evaluating the effectiveness of smart and sustainable city initiatives
• Key performance indicators
• Impact assessment
• Sharing best practices and lessons learned

The course will use a variety of teaching methods, including:

• Lectures
• Case studies
• Group discussion
• Workshops
• Site visits