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AfricaCom Smart Cities 101
5 Module Online Academy Programme
On-line
5 Module Online Academy Programme
On-line

Smart Cities 101

This Online Academy programme looks at the systems, frameworks, control mechanisms, and technologies behind Smart City initiatives, as well as the opportunities, ecosystems, and the global community behind much of the progress.

Course Brochure

Download the full course programme for further information on course modules and contents

What will you learn?

Five in-depth modules, as well as extensive digital content and engaging online discussions, will be available for you to work through at home or in your office. By the end of the online course, you will be able to:

Assess issues and problems that need to be solved by city initiatives

Evaluate business opportunities within Smart City projects

Contribute to strategic debate and agenda setting within Smart City projects

Assess implementation options and technology requirements for Smart City systems and solutions

Develop solutions identifying where value can be created for businesses, citizens and city authorities, and where that value can be monetized

Make decisions on technology implementation and procurement that are commercially viable with a measurable RoI

Benefits of Online Academy

Boost your resume...

...with self-paced learning and advance your career with specialist technical skills

Convenience and flexibility

Learn whenever you want - from the comfort of your home or office

Enabled for mobile

Make use of downtime with easy bite sized chunks of learning

Learn and apply right now

Immediately implement what you learn during the course

Become part of a professional learning commuinity

Discuss any problems with students and the Course Instructor

Cost effective

Save on travel expenses, reduce unproductive down time and no crowded airports