Urban Sustainability, Smart Cities, and Resilient Infrastructure

STRATI’s programs in Urban Sustainability and Infrastructure Planning focus on developing technical, strategic, and governance skills for managing the complex challenges of urbanization, climate resilience, and sustainable infrastructure systems.

  1. One-Week Certificate Courses

(Introductory and Foundational Modules)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Introduction to Urban Sustainability 1 Week Online Understand sustainable urban development concepts and SDG 11 Urban literacy Quiz ₹2,500 / $30 Urban planning & NGOs
Smart Cities: Concepts and Frameworks 1 Week Online Learn smart city principles, ICT integration, and innovation models Digital planning Case study ₹2,500 / $30 Urban tech & policy
Green Buildings and Sustainable Architecture 1 Week Online Explore sustainable design, energy efficiency, and green certifications Eco-design Assignment ₹2,500 / $30 Construction & design
Climate-Resilient Urban Planning 1 Week Online Study adaptation strategies for urban climate resilience Risk awareness Report ₹2,500 / $30 Disaster management
Sustainable Transport and Mobility Systems 1 Week Online Understand low-carbon transport planning and mobility innovation Urban logistics Quiz ₹2,500 / $30 Transport & mobility
  1. Two-Week Certificate Courses

(Applied and Technical Training Modules)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Urban Planning and Sustainable Infrastructure 2 Weeks Online Learn planning frameworks for sustainable urban systems Urban design Project ₹3,500 / $40 Urban policy & consulting
Smart City Technologies and Data Systems 2 Weeks Online Explore IoT, GIS, and data-driven governance tools Digital analytics Report ₹3,500 / $40 Smart city projects
Urban Governance, Policy, and Innovation 2 Weeks Online Understand institutional mechanisms for urban transformation Governance reform Essay ₹3,500 / $40 Public policy
Urban Water, Waste, and Energy Management 2 Weeks Online Study circular resource management in cities Resource efficiency Case study ₹3,500 / $40 Utilities & infrastructure
Disaster-Resilient Cities and Urban Risk Reduction 2 Weeks Online Build knowledge on urban risk, DRR planning, and resilience frameworks Risk mitigation Simulation ₹3,500 / $40 Disaster & resilience agencies
  1. One-Month Certificate Courses

(Professional and Cross-Disciplinary Modules)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Urban Sustainability and Climate Adaptation 1 Month Online Develop climate-resilient urban planning strategies Adaptation planning Project ₹7,000 / $85 Urban climate policy
Integrated Infrastructure Planning 1 Month Online Learn how to design multi-sectoral, sustainable infrastructure System integration Report ₹7,000 / $85 Engineering & design
Smart and Inclusive Urban Mobility 1 Month Online Study sustainable mobility systems and last-mile connectivity Transport policy Capstone ₹7,000 / $85 Transport management
Urban Energy Systems and Green Infrastructure 1 Month Online Explore renewable and efficient energy for cities Energy design Paper ₹7,000 / $85 Energy planning
Sustainable Urban Design and Livability 1 Month Online Combine architecture, ecology, and social inclusion in design Livability analysis Case study ₹7,000 / $85 Urban design firms
  1. Three-Month Certificate Courses

(Advanced and Technical Urban Planning Programs)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Advanced Urban Sustainability and Smart Governance 3 Months Online Integrate governance, technology, and sustainability in city systems Strategic planning Dissertation ₹12,000 / $150 Urban policy & governance
Sustainable Infrastructure and Urban Resilience 3 Months Online Learn resilient infrastructure design and lifecycle analysis Infrastructure planning Report ₹12,000 / $150 Engineering & public works
GIS and Data Analytics for Urban Planning 3 Months Online Apply GIS and spatial data analytics for smart city development Data mapping Capstone ₹12,000 / $150 GIS & consulting firms
Green Building Design and Urban Regeneration 3 Months Online Study adaptive reuse, green materials, and sustainable design Architectural innovation Project ₹12,000 / $150 Architecture & planning
Urban Policy, Governance, and Public-Private Partnerships 3 Months Online Explore PPP models for sustainable urban management Policy negotiation Case study ₹12,000 / $150 Urban finance & policy
  1. Six-Month Diploma Courses

(Comprehensive Urban Development and Infrastructure Programs)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Diploma in Urban Sustainability and Smart Cities 6 Months Online Integrate urban innovation, planning, and sustainability policy Urban systems management Dissertation ₹27,000 / $320 Urban planning & policy
Diploma in Sustainable Infrastructure Planning and Management 6 Months Online Plan and manage large-scale infrastructure for sustainable growth Project planning Capstone ₹27,000 / $320 Engineering & construction
Diploma in Climate-Resilient Cities and Disaster Management 6 Months Online Build resilience-focused planning for disaster-prone cities Risk management Project ₹27,000 / $320 Disaster & resilience sectors
Diploma in Green Architecture and Urban Design 6 Months Online Learn sustainable architecture, landscape, and eco-design Design integration Studio project ₹27,000 / $320 Architecture & design
Diploma in Urban Policy, Finance, and Governance 6 Months Online Analyze urban policies, municipal finance, and PPPs Governance & reform Dissertation ₹27,000 / $320 Urban development agencies

Common Features Across All Courses

  • STRATI-certified, globally relevant urban and infrastructure training programs
  • Designed for urban professionals, graduate, engineers, planners, policymakers, and sustainability leaders
  • Based on frameworks from UN-Habitat, World Bank, and Global Resilient Cities Network
  • Focused on low-carbon cities, green infrastructure, and climate adaptation
  • Includes smart technologies, and circular urban systems modules
  • Part of STRATI’s Urban Sustainability and Resilience Network (USRN)
  • Hands-on learning: real-world case studies, scenario design, simulation labs
  • Placement and research collaboration opportunities
  • Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships