Smart Cities Introductory Course: An Essential Journey Into the Future of Urban Living
A self-paced course introducing Smart Cities, technologies, and real-world strategies for building inclusive, resilient, and future-ready urban environments.
- E learning Self-paced learning
- Certificate upon completion
- 2.5 hours of video content + articles
- English
Online
AED
8999
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AED 8999
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What will you learn?
- Learn from real-world case studies and success stories
- Understand resilient city design principles
- Explore future-ready urban planning strategies
Course Curriculum
2.5h total length
Module 1 – History of Smart Cities
Module 2 – Introduction to Smart Cities
Section 1: Introduction to Smart Cities
Module 3 – Smart City Council
Section 1: Introduction to Smart Cities Council
Section 2: Mission and Vision of Smart Cities Council
Section 3: History and Functions of Smart Cities Council
Section 4: Case Studies
Module 4 – Domains and Technologies
Section 1: Smart Domains
Section 2: Technology for Smart Cities
Module 5 – Ethics, Inclusions, and Challenges
Section 1: Ethics — The Human Side of Smart Cities
Section 2: Inclusion — Designing for Everyone
Section 3: Challenges — Critiques, Climate, and the Road Ahead
Module 6 – The Future of Smart Cities
Section 1: Living Smart: Daily Decisions in Urbania
Section 2: Emerging Trends
Section 3: What’s Next: Building Future-Ready Cities
About us
Inara is a dynamic hub for learning, innovation, and future-ready skills, dedicated to helping individuals and organisations grow with confidence in a world defined by technology, leadership, and creativity.
Founded in Dubai, a city that embodies ambition and progress, Inara was created to deliver modern, practical, and impactful training that evolves with the pace of change. Every programme is designed to inspire growth, spark innovation, and prepare people for what's next. Through partnerships with globally recognised institutions and certified providers, Inara offers access to internationally respected qualifications delivered by expert trainers who combine academic excellence with real-world insight—empowering learners and organisations to stay ahead in a rapidly transforming world.
Founded in Dubai, a city that embodies ambition and progress, Inara was created to deliver modern, practical, and impactful training that evolves with the pace of change. Every programme is designed to inspire growth, spark innovation, and prepare people for what's next. Through partnerships with globally recognised institutions and certified providers, Inara offers access to internationally respected qualifications delivered by expert trainers who combine academic excellence with real-world insight—empowering learners and organisations to stay ahead in a rapidly transforming world.
Smart Cities Academy is the education arm of the Smart Cities Council, offering an evolving suite of expert-led courses designed to build capability across the smart cities landscape — from curious newcomers through to seasoned professionals. The Academy's curriculum spans in-house developed micro-credentials and partner-delivered Master's-level qualifications, all feeding into a structured accreditation matrix. Courses are available across multiple formats including online on-demand, live online, and in-person face-to-face, making them accessible for individual professional development, postgraduate study, or corporate team training.