The Smart City IT Manager Diploma program will help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to manage the IT department of a city administration. The program will teach you how to set goals and strategies for the IT department, how to implement technological solutions to maximize strategic benefits, how to design and adapt IT systems, frameworks and platforms to improve citizen experience, and how to manage IT-related projects. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
Develop and implement IT goals and strategies for city administration.
Select and implement appropriate technological solutions to enhance the performance of city administration.
Design and adapt IT systems, frameworks, and platforms to improve citizen experience.
Manage the implementation of new IT systems and provide systematic guidance to IT professionals within the organization.
Make procurement decisions for technological equipment and software, as well as build partnerships with IT providers.
Manage the technological infrastructure of the smart city, including networks and computer systems, to ensure their performance & security.
Manage IT-related projects from conception to completion.
Demonstrate proficiency in project and process management, emotional intelligence, intercultural skills, design thinking, and decision making and problem-solving.
Understand and apply software development life cycle and agile methods, IT quality assurance, IT security, artificial intelligence, and ITIL principles.
Number of smart cities The Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs (MMRA) is planning to develop as a part of the Saudi Vision 2030, creating new opportunities for smart city managers and professionals.
The Saudi Arabia smart cities market size is projected to reach $14,745.2 million by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 19.6% from 2020 to 2027, indicating a high demand for smart city solutions, services, and professionals in the country.
Vice-president for International Relations & Professor for International Business.
A graduate from Leeds Metropolitan University (United Kingdom), Prof. Dr. Bengoa is now Vice-president at the University of Applied Management Studies, Germany. She has extensive intercultural experience and has been a board member of the European Association for Professional Education since 2021. Her teaching emphasizes the practical application of theory in intercultural management and communication.
Professor of International Sales Management, Specialized in Marketing and Entrepreneurship.
With decades of experience spanning across continents, Professor Kaufmann brings to the table a rich blend of academic and professional expertise. He has held multiple leadership positions, contributed significantly to various research areas like International Consumer Behavior and SME Internationalization, and has been recognized for his work, notably the 2017 Emerald Literati Network Award.
Professor of Digital Business & Chief Digital Officer Advisor.
Prof. Dr. Sandbrink, a distinguished graduate from the University of Jena (Germany) and Hull (United Kingdom), is a Professor of Digital Business at the University of Applied Management, Mannheim, and an Executive Management Consultant at SAP SE. His career spans leadership roles at SAP and Telefónica O2, focusing on digital innovation fields like AI, Machine Learning, and Big Data.
CEO Simultaneous Operation Management Consultancy (SIMOPS)
Over 35 years of experience in Human Resources Management and Training Development ( HRM &TD ).
26 years with Saudi Aramco. After retirement , he joined Britam Arabia as Executive Manager for 3 years. Worked as Human Resources and Training Manager with Kellogg Brown Root ( KBR-AMCDE ) for 3 years. Worked for 3 years with Saudi Petroleum Services Polytechnic as Human Resources and Training Development Director.Now he is CEO SIMOPS Management consultant.
Issued by The University of Applied management studies, provided by German Sustainability Academy, recognized by Erasmus+, and transferable everywhere in the European Union.
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