PG Diploma in Urban Planning and Development @ IGNOU

School of Extension and Development Studies of IGNOU has launched an innovative Post Graduate Diploma Programme in Urban Planning and Development. The programme designed with the help of experts from the field of urban development, aims at deepening the knowledge and understanding of the learners about the importance of urban planning and development. ObjectiveThe objective of this programme is to deepen knowledge and understanding of the learners about urban planning and development and built up capabilities of the functionaries and elected representatives of local self government, and other personnel working in the urban sectors i.e. engineers, real estate developers, architects and so on. Eligibility Any graduate can take admission in this PG Diploma programme, which is offered both in January and July session of IGNOU. The duration of the PG Diploma in Urban Planning and Development programme is one year, however, student can complete it within a span of three years and there is no age bar. PG Diploma holders will be able to effectively serve various government, private and non-governmental organizations, dealing with urban planning and development. This programme will also strengthen the efficiency and effectiveness of in-service personnel working in various organizations dealing with urban planning and development. It will be very useful to the functionaries and elected representatives of Municipal Corporations, Municipal Councils and Nagar Panchayats. How to Apply As the programme is offered in distance mode, the Regional Centres situated in various States of India will enroll the student, who will be provided student support service through Study Centres established at various places. It is needless to mention here that this innovative diploma programme is first of its kind offered through distance mode in India. Student Handbook and Prospectus is available in all the Regional Centers/ Study Centers of the university which can be obtained in person for Rs.200/- . Last date: 20th June 2014 and with late fee of Rs 300/- till 31st July 2014. For more details please visit: http://www.ignou.ac.in/ignou/bulletinboard/news/latest/detail/PG_Diploma_in_Urban_Planning_and_Development-590