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MPA856Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Urban And Regional Planning

This course introduces the principles and practices of urban and regional planning. It explores the evolution of urban centers, urbanization processes, and the challenges of managing cities and municipalities. The course also examines the role of local government, rural-urban migration, and emergency management in urban development. It aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective urban and regional planning and implementation.

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156h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Urban PlanningRegional PlanningUrbanizationLocal GovernmentEmergency Management

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Urbanization

2

Regional Planning

3

Local Government

4

Emergency Management

5

Public Policy

6

Disaster Reduction

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Urban Planner

Apply your skills in this growing field

Regional Planner

Apply your skills in this growing field

Policy Analyst

Apply your skills in this growing field

Emergency Management Coordinator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Local Government Administrator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

GovernmentNon-profit OrganizationsConsultingReal Estate DevelopmentInfrastructure Management

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

MODULE 1

8h

Unit 1: The Nigerian State

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Define the concepts of State and Nation
  • •Explain the characteristics of a State
  • •Differentiate between a State and a Nation
  • •Trace the Evolution of Nigeria as a Nation State
  • •Explain the role played by the British in Nigeria's growth to Nationhood

Unit 2: Demography of Nigeria

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Explain the meaning of Nigeria
  • •Identify the location of Nigeria
  • •Outline the states and local government areas in Nigeria
  • •Analyze the population of Nigeria by state
Week
2

MODULE 1

5h

Unit 3: URBANISATION PROCESS: THE AFRICAN EXPERIENCE

5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Define urban and rural
  • •Appraise the problem of definition of these concepts
  • •Attempt a brief history of urbanization
  • •Discuss the causes of urbanization
  • •Discuss global differences in urbanization
Week
3

MODULE 1

4h

Unit 4: MANAGEMENT OF CITIES AND MUNICIPALITIES

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Explain urban and municipal management
  • •Identify Municipal and Local Services
  • •Identify changes in urban life
  • •Outline the evolution of the Role of Management in Municipalities
Week
4

MODULE 1

4h

Unit 5: EVOLUTION OF URBAN CENTERS IN NIGERIA

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Explain the antecedents that led to the existence of urban centers
  • •Trace the historical development of urban centers
  • •Analyze the situation today
Week
5

MODULE 2

6h

UNIT 1: URBANIZATION AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

6 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Explain the reason for integrating urban and rural functions into a national spatial system
  • •Identify and analyze the various Linkages
  • •Explain the adoption of Political and Administrative Linkages in formal governmental structural relationships
  • •Outline strategies for building development centers
Week
6

MODULE 2

5h

Unit 2: LOCAL GOVERNEMENT AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT

5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Explain the concept of local government and its functions
  • •Analyze the role of local government in urban development
  • •Identify the problems of Governance of local government in Nigeria
  • •Prescribe measures for improvement
Week
7

MODULE 2

5h

Unit 3: RURAL –URBAN MIGRATION

5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Explain the concept of rural-urban migration
  • •Outline the problems of Rural-Urban Migration
  • •Identify the benefits of rural-Urban Migration
  • •State the effects of Rural-Urban Migration
  • •Explain the advantages of Rural-Urban Migration to the Rural Areas
Week
8

MODULE 2

4h

Unit 4: CONCEPT AND THEORY OF LEADERSHIP

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Understand the need for Leadership in every group endeavor
  • •Define the concept of leadership
  • •Outline the functions and basic qualitative of an effective leader
  • •Identify some theories of leadership
Week
9

MODULE 2

4h

UNIT 5: LEADERSHIP STYLES AND THEIR IMPLICATIONS

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Explain the two dimensions of leadership
  • •Identify the factors that affect the choice of appropriate leadership style
  • •Outline the characteristics and effects of various leadership styles
  • •Establish a relationship between leadership styles and motivation
Week
10

MODULE 3

5h

Unit 1: PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Explain the term, performance, and performance gap
  • •Identify common reasons for poor performance
  • •Discuss the concept of performance Analysis
  • •Analyze performance Evaluation and ratings in the Nigerian Public Service
Week
11

MODULE 3

5h

UNIT 2: EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND PUBLIC POLICY

5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Identify and explain the fundamental issues involved in disaster management
  • •Explain how public policy enhances disaster management
  • •Outline the roles of public officers in ensuring appropriate public policies for disaster management
Week
12

MODULE 3

5h

UNIT3: URNANIZATION AND ITS PROBLEMS IN AFFRICA

5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Explain the United Nation's perception of urbanization and its patterns
  • •Explain the poverty part of the problem
  • •Identify the existence of slums and efforts to curb them
  • •Explain the financing dilemmas
Week
13

MODULE 3

5h

UNIT 4: THE ROLE OF PUBLIC AND OTHER STAKEHOLDERS IN DISASTER REDUCTION

5 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Explain the concepts of Emergency Management and Disaster Risk Reduction
  • •Identify the various stake-holders in emergency management
  • •Explain the Roles of each stakeholder in emergency management/disaster reduction

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking urbanization, migration, and local government roles (Units 2-4)

2

Practice analyzing case studies of urban development projects (Units 5-7)

3

Review key policy frameworks for emergency management (Units 8-10)

4

Focus on understanding the roles of different stakeholders in disaster reduction (Units 11-13)

5

Prepare concise summaries of each unit, highlighting key definitions and concepts

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