Master’s Programme | Double Degree

City Management

Sustainable development of smart cities

Level, duration and format of study

Master’s degree
1.5 years
Full-time
Online or blended format

Universities and diplomas

Alfred Nobel University (Ukraine) Coventry University (Great Britain)

Language of instruction

English

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In 2024, Alfred Nobel University became one of four Ukrainian higher education institutions participating in a double degree programme with UK universities and the only university in Ukraine offering an accredited Master’s programme in City Management.

The Twinning Initiative is a strategic programme, supported by the President’s Fund of Ukraine, aimed at implementing double degree programmes to strengthen Ukrainian education in partnership with UK universities, the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, and Mosaik (UK).

Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead post-war recovery projects based on the Smart City concept and promote the sustainable development of the country, including:

Managing project teams

in urban development and the advancement of smart cities.

Participating in cross-sectoral collaborations

and project management for the development of communities and other areas of public administration.

Exploring new opportunities

within development-oriented companies and institutions, with a vision for collaboratively shaping the smart cities of tomorrow.

Enhasing business models

for industrial and urban ecosystems revitalisation for practical and beneficial implementation.

Developing successful and multi-stakeholder interregional initiatives

in line with best international pracrices.

Collaborating and partnering with international organisations

including UN agencies, the World Bank, and EBRD, along with national, regional, and municipal planning and development agencies.

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Why the City Management programme?

2021-2027 State Strategy for Regional Development

Introduction of innovative technologies into city development management systems based on the Smart City concept

Business involvement in post-war recovery and urban development projects

Support for startups and investments in green technologies aimed at enhancing competitiveness and creating new jobs

Advancement of science, education, and profound innovations

creating diversified energy-efficient systems and Smart City technologies to improve the quality of life for local residents and establish resilent and efficient resourse management models

The programme is developed in collaboration with Coventry University and includes:

Strategies and innovations in smart city management
Economic governance and financial management
Management of human resources in urban planning
Management of international projects and fundraising
Management consulting
Planning and forecasting the development of a smart city
Communications in a foreign language in project management and during the development of smart cities
Anti-crisis management in a smart city
Institutional and legal support for the development of smart cities
Management of logistics infrastructure of the city and region
Regional systems, eco-innovations and sustainable development
Smart energy infrastructure
Urban eco-innovations and circular economy
Data analytics and artificial intelligence for smart cities

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At Alfred Nobel University, you will experience a distinctly different learning experience compared to traditional higher educational institutions, gaining the best practices through a practical-oriented approach.

Interactive sessions and practising lecturers

will provide you with the best global practices in City Management and guide you step-by-step through the process of creating your own sustainable community, city, or business development project.

360° learning with VR and AR technologies

virtual and augmented reality technologies for creating and improving smart city development strategies will enable you to professionally master advanced technologies for promoting sustainable development.

English proficiency B2-C1 with an IELTS certificate

studying certain courses in English and preparing for the IELTS certification over 1.5 years will result in a high level of professional language proficiency

Internships

at the International Business School and in 50+ Ukrainian state and business organisations, government agencies, and local self-government bodies with the opportunity of a monthly internship at the European campus of Coventry University

Two European master’s degrees

from Alfred Nobel University (Ukraine) with a European supplement, which is 100% recognised in 128 countries, and from Coventry University (United Kingdom), recognised in more than 130 countries

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Through collaborative activities and real case studies, you will learn to solve complex situations in real-life environments.

Practice-oriented approach

Case studies, workshops, interactive sessions, and mentorship to develop practical project management skills

Innovative courses, methods, and technologies

Design thinking, AI systems, green innovations, and art therapy combined with VR and AR technologies in Fusion-room sessions to achieve a deep understanding of the learning materials

Leadership and social responsibility

Knowledge, skills, and tools for managing leadership strategies and social responsibility in regional and urban development in line with the Global Sustainable Development Goals

You only pay 10% of the total tuition cost for the City Management programme

Tuition fees for similar programmes at UK universities range from £11,000 to £18,000 per year. With the Twinning initiative for Ukrainian citizens, 90% of the tuition cost is covered by an international grant.

Semester

50 000 UAH

Year

100 000 UAH

Total cost

150 000 UAH