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PAD856Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Urban and Regional Planning

This course explores urban and regional planning within the Nigerian context. It examines key aspects such as the Nigerian state, demography, urbanization processes, and the management of cities and municipalities. The course also covers rural development, local government's role, migration patterns, leadership theories, performance management, and emergency management, including disaster reduction strategies and the role of NEMA. It aims to equip students with practical knowledge for planning and implementation in national development.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Urban PlanningRegional PlanningNigeriaUrban DevelopmentEmergency 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

Rural Development

5

Emergency Management

6

Disaster Reduction

7

Public Policy

8

Leadership Theories

Total Topics8 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 Assignments

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

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Local Government Administrator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Emergency Management Coordinator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

GovernmentUrban DevelopmentEnvironmental ManagementDisaster ReliefPublic Administration

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction

6h

Unit 1: The Nigerian State

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Understand the concepts of State and Nation.
  • •Identify 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

3 study hours
  • •Study the meaning and concept 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: Introduction

4h

Unit 3: Urbanisation Process: The African Experience

4 study hours
  • •Define urban and rural areas.
  • •Appraise the problem of definition of these concepts.
  • •Study a brief history of urbanization.
  • •Identify causes of urbanization.
  • •Understand global differences in urbanization.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction

4h

Unit 4: Management of Cities and Municipalities

4 study hours
  • •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: Introduction

4h

Unit 5: Evolution of Urban Centers in Nigeria

4 study hours
  • •Explain the antecedents that led to the existence of urban centres.
  • •Trace the historical development of urban centres.
  • •Analyze what the situation is today.
Week
5

Module 2: Urban and Rural Development

5h

Unit 1: Urbanization and Rural Development

5 study hours
  • •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: Urban and Rural Development

5h

Unit 2: Local Government and Urban Development

5 study hours
  • •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: Urban and Rural Development

5h

Unit 3: Rural –Urban Migration

5 study hours
  • •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: Urban and Rural Development

4h

Unit 4: Concept and Theory of Leadership

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

Module 2: Urban and Rural Development

4h

Unit 5: Leadership Styles and Their Implications

4 study hours
  • •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: Emergency Management and Public Policy

4h

Unit 1: Performance Management

4 study hours
  • •Explain the term, performance, and performance gap.
  • •Identify common reasons for poor performance.
  • •Discuss the concept of performance Analysis.
  • •Analyse performance Evaluation and ratings in the Nigerian Public Service.
Week
11

Module 3: Emergency Management and Public Policy

4h

Unit 2: Emergency Management and Public Policy

4 study hours
  • •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: Emergency Management and Public Policy

4h

Unit 3: Urbanization and its Problems in Africa

4 study hours
  • •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: Emergency Management and Public Policy

4h

Unit 4: The Role of Public and other Stakeholders in Disaster Reduction

4 study hours
  • •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.
  • •Suggest the way forward.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all module learning outcomes to ensure comprehensive understanding.

2

Create concept maps linking urbanization, rural development, and local governance.

3

Focus on key concepts from Units 3-5, including migration patterns and leadership styles.

4

Practice applying leadership theories to case studies of urban development projects.

5

Develop concise summaries of each unit's main points for quick review.

6

Prioritize understanding of disaster risk reduction strategies and NEMA's role.

7

Review past assignments and TMAs to identify areas needing further study.

8

Allocate study time proportionally based on unit complexity and weightage in the final exam.

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