This certificate program is designed for individuals who want to develop analytical skills and stay current on issues of regional land use, transportation, and economic development. It provides students with a perspective on the institutions of municipal and metropolitan planning and issues affecting the delivery of public services, and it explores innovative solutions to urban and suburban development problems. This certificate is offered in conjunction with The Chaddick Institute for Metropolitan Development. The Institute offers a variety of programs regarding land use, infrastructure and transportation in the region.
This certificate requires three courses (12 credit hours).
Course Requirements
| Course | Title | Quarter Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MPS 571 | METROPOLITAN PLANNING | 4 |
| Select two of the following: | 8 | |
| LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION | ||
| STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND PLANNING | ||
| ECONOMIC FOUNDATIONS OF PUBLIC SERVICE | ||
| POLICY DESIGN AND ANALYSIS | ||
| ADVOCACY AND LOBBYING | ||
| GIS FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT | ||
| POVERTY, INEQUALITY AND PUBLIC POLICY | ||
| HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT | ||
| STUDY ABROAD SEMINAR | ||
| ENERGY POLICY AND THE ENVIRONMENT | ||
| URBAN RESILIENCE AND CLIMATE ADAPTATION POLICY | ||