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Executive Postgraduate Program in Smart Cities

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Executive Postgraduate Program in Smart Cities

The increasing digitalization of cities and the growing demand for innovative solutions in sustainable urban management require skilled professionals to integrate emerging technologies into city governance and planning.

The Executive Postgraduate Program in Smart Cities addresses this need by equipping managers and decision-makers with the tools to optimize infrastructure, enhance energy efficiency, and implement mobility and sustainability strategies based on data and artificial intelligence. T

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    Length

    1 semester

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    ECTS Credits

    30 ECTS

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    Start Date

    September 2026

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Who is it for?

This course is designed for senior managers and technicians in the private sector and public administration who wish to lead digital transformation projects in areas such as urban mobility, energy efficiency, and smart governance.

It is also suitable for professionals with relevant experience who wish to deepen their technical skills in the area of smart cities, integrating data, technology, and innovation into urban management.

Goals

The course aims to train specialists capable of:

  • Understanding the principles of smart cities and their application in sustainable urban management;

  • Applying urban data analysis techniques, artificial intelligence, and big data to optimize infrastructures and services;

  • Developing and implementing data-driven public policies, ensuring privacy, security, and transparency;

  • Integrating digital transformation methodologies and tools to modernize urban services;

  • Fostering technological innovation and efficient management of resources in cities.

Program Overview

The Executive Postgraduate Program in Smart Cities prepares professionals to design, manage, and implement sustainable urban strategies based on data, promoting smarter, more efficient, and people-centered cities.

This program was developed to empower leaders and decision-makers to face the challenges of digital transformation and sustainability in urban management.

In a scenario where emerging technologies, data science, and artificial intelligence are redefining how cities are planned and governed, this master's degree offers advanced training for those who want to lead innovation processes and ensure more resilient and inclusive urban solutions.

With a practical and interdisciplinary approach, the program combines:

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence applied to urban management to optimize infrastructure and services.
Data Governance and Cybersecurity, ensuring transparency, privacy, and regulatory compliance.
Urban Planning and Sustainability, aligned with global sustainable development goals.
Leadership and Change Management Skills, essential for driving complex projects and digital transformation.

Throughout the program, participants will develop applied projects, analyze real cases, and collaborate with technology companies, municipalities, and public agencies, ensuring a practical and results-oriented experience.

This program was designed to transform knowledge into concrete solutions that improve the quality of urban life and drive innovation in cities.

Why choose this program

  • Integrates emerging technologies and data science into urban management, empowering professionals to lead smart and sustainable strategies based on evidence.
  • Solid practical approach, with real case studies and applied projects in collaboration with municipalities and technology companies, bringing knowledge closer to the reality of cities.
  • Format adapted to working professionals, allowing them to update their skills in a context of accelerated digital transformation.
  • Excellent faculty and strategic partnerships with public and private entities, ensuring academic relevance and immediate applicability.
  • Collaborative and multidisciplinary environment that promotes analytical thinking, urban innovation, and social impact, preparing leaders for the challenges of the cities of the future.

Study Plan

The study plan corresponds to 30 ECTS, in a total of 8 course units:

Mandatory Course Units

  • Data Governance
  • Digital Transformation
  • Leadership, Change and Impact
  • New Horizons
  • Smart Cities & Territories
  • Sustainability
  • Urban Analytics
  • Urban Planning

Applications and Contacts

Applications:

Applications will open soon.

If you would like more information about this course, please contact:

Marketing & Admissions Department:

Renata Barateiro

Marketing and Admissions Coordinator – Executive Education

📞 +351 213 828 619
✉️ executive@novaims.unl.pt