Urbanization is one of the defining trends of the 21st century. STRATI’s programs in Urban Governance, Infrastructure, and Smart Cities aim to build leadership capacity among planners, policymakers, engineers, and sustainability professionals to design resilient, data-driven, and equitable cities. Aligned with SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and SDG 13 (Climate Action), this program suite integrates urban planning, technology, governance, and sustainability for a rapidly urbanizing world.
- One-Week Certificate Courses
(Introductory and Foundational Learning)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Introduction to Urban Governance and Planning | 1 Week | Online | Understand fundamentals of urban systems, governance, and planning | Urban literacy | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Urban management |
| Smart Cities: Concepts and Practices | 1 Week | Online | Learn about smart technologies, data systems, and innovation in cities | Digital urbanism | Case study | ₹2,500 / $30 | Smart city projects |
| Urban Infrastructure and Sustainability | 1 Week | Online | Study sustainable infrastructure and green construction models | Sustainable design | Reflection essay | ₹2,500 / $30 | Infrastructure sector |
| Urban Resilience and Climate Adaptation | 1 Week | Online | Explore urban risk management and climate-resilient planning | Risk assessment | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Disaster management |
| Public Policy for Urban Development | 1 Week | Online | Understand urban policy instruments and governance frameworks | Policy literacy | Report | ₹2,500 / $30 | Urban policy & planning |
- Two-Week Certificate Courses
(Applied and Analytical Learning)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Urban Sustainability and Green Infrastructure | 2 Weeks | Online | Study ecological infrastructure and urban ecosystem management | Green design | Project | ₹3,500 / $40 | Urban sustainability |
| Smart Mobility and Sustainable Transport Systems | 2 Weeks | Online | Learn about mobility innovation and public transport policy | Urban transport planning | Simulation | ₹3,500 / $40 | Transport & mobility |
| Water, Waste, and Urban Resource Management | 2 Weeks | Online | Explore integrated management of urban water and waste systems | Resource efficiency | Report | ₹3,500 / $40 | Environmental services |
| Participatory Urban Planning and Governance | 2 Weeks | Online | Understand citizen engagement and inclusive urban decision-making | Participatory tools | Case study | ₹3,500 / $40 | Urban governance |
| Data Analytics and Digital Solutions for Cities | 2 Weeks | Online | Apply data-driven tools and IoT systems for urban improvement | Data management | Project | ₹3,500 / $40 | Smart technology |
- One-Month Certificate Courses
(Professional and Integrative Learning)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Urban Policy, Governance, and Reform | 1 Month | Online | Examine policy frameworks and reforms for sustainable cities | Governance analysis | Capstone | ₹7,000 / $85 | Urban governance |
| Smart Infrastructure and Urban Innovation | 1 Month | Online | Integrate smart technologies in urban design and management | Innovation design | Simulation | ₹7,000 / $85 | Infrastructure & tech |
| Climate-Resilient Urban Development | 1 Month | Online | Explore adaptive planning to enhance city resilience | Climate adaptation | Report | ₹7,000 / $85 | Urban sustainability |
| Urban Planning, Land Use, and Housing Policy | 1 Month | Online | Understand planning systems, zoning, and housing governance | Planning analysis | Case study | ₹7,000 / $85 | Urban policy & housing |
| Urban Finance and Infrastructure Investment | 1 Month | Online | Study models for financing urban development projects | Financial management | Project | ₹7,000 / $85 | Urban economics |
- Three-Month Certificate Courses
(Advanced and Interdisciplinary Learning)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Advanced Urban Governance and Planning | 3 Months | Online | Master the integration of governance, planning, and policy | Strategic planning | Dissertation | ₹12,000 / $150 | Government & planning |
| Sustainable Urban Infrastructure and Design | 3 Months | Online | Learn to plan and manage eco-efficient urban infrastructure | Design thinking | Project | ₹12,000 / $150 | Urban design & sustainability |
| Urban Climate Policy and Green Transitions | 3 Months | Online | Study city-level climate policies and adaptation pathways | Climate policy | Case study | ₹12,000 / $150 | Climate & city planning |
| Smart Cities, Technology, and Innovation Policy | 3 Months | Online | Explore digital platforms, IoT, and governance innovation | Smart systems integration | Project | ₹12,000 / $150 | Digital transformation |
| Urban Resilience, Risk, and Disaster Governance | 3 Months | Online | Build capacity in urban disaster preparedness and recovery | Risk management | Dissertation | ₹12,000 / $150 | Urban resilience & safety |
- Six-Month Diploma Courses
(Comprehensive Professional Diplomas)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Diploma in Urban Governance and Policy | 6 Months | Online | Gain a holistic view of urban systems and governance tools | Policy leadership | Dissertation | ₹27,000 / $320 | Urban planning & government |
| Diploma in Smart Cities and Digital Infrastructure | 6 Months | Online | Learn digital urbanism and governance of smart city ecosystems | Tech-driven planning | Project | ₹27,000 / $320 | Smart city management |
| Diploma in Sustainable Urban Development and Planning | 6 Months | Online | Study frameworks for sustainable, inclusive urban growth | Urban development | Capstone | ₹27,000 / $320 | Development planning |
| Diploma in Climate-Resilient Infrastructure Management | 6 Months | Online | Plan resilient urban systems in response to climate change | Risk & resilience | Dissertation | ₹27,000 / $320 | Infrastructure governance |
| Diploma in Urban Innovation and Leadership | 6 Months | Online | Build leadership capacity for urban policy innovation | Strategic leadership | Dissertation | ₹27,000 / $320 | Governance & policy leadership |
Common Features Across All Courses
- Integrates urban planning, infrastructure, governance, and sustainability
- Based on frameworks from UN-Habitat, World Bank, and Smart Cities Mission (India)
- Focused on data-driven, participatory, and resilient city models
- Ideal for graduates, urban planners, civil engineers, local administrators, and sustainability experts
- STRATI-certified with strong industry and policy relevance
- Placement and research collaboration opportunities
- Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships