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About the course
This Graduate Certificate in Urban Management and Planning builds practical capability to understand and manage contemporary cities. You’ll explore how urban places are planned, governed and financed, with attention to sustainable strategies and the challenges created by rapid urbanisation. The course is designed for emerging and current practitioners seeking a short, focused postgraduate qualification in urban management and planning. The programme builds executive-level capability in strategy, finance, operations, and organisational leadership for global business environments.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles supporting planning and management across public and private sectors. Career directions may include work in local, state or federal government agencies, consulting and development-focused organisations, with involvement in zoning and land-use matters, transport and infrastructure initiatives, and sustainability and environmental planning activities. This Graduate Certificate supports entry or progression in urban management and planning-related roles. Preparing graduates for senior management, consulting, entrepreneurship, and organisational leadership roles.
Career outcome
Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as environmental consultant, architect, architectural critic, urban planner, policymaker, advisor/ consultant, and etc. in companies including AECOM, The Australian Institute of Architects, Royal BAM Group, Lend Lease Group, Brookfield Multiplex, and etc.Living Costs in Parramatta**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,174 - 2,875 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,562 - 2,066 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 8 - 10 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320 |
Average Salary***
