Public Sector Innovation and Smart Cities - Virtual Learning
Course Methodology
Attendees of the Public Sector Innovation and Smart Cities training course will benefit from comprehensive training on the topics outlined in the training course. The instructor will employ a range of effective adult learning and facilitation methods aimed at deepening participants' understanding of the subject matter. The training course approach encourages active involvement from participants, facilitating the creation of plans and strategies for innovation in the public sector.
This interactive training course format ensures that participants not only gain theoretical knowledge but also practical insights that can be applied to real-world scenarios.
Course Objectives
After attending this Public Sector Innovation and Smart Cities training program, the participant will be able to:
- Grasp the different categories and drivers of innovation in the public sector.
- Gain insight into key smart city concepts.
- Comprehend the significance of data, privacy and security in smart city development.
- Appreciate the significance of the internet of things and AI to the formation of smart cities.
- Understand a broad range of smart city funding models.
- Equip public sector organizations to innovate in the future development of cities.
Target Audience
This Public Sector Innovation and Smart Cities training course is designed for individuals engaged in decision-making and analysis within the public sector organizations, as well as private sector entities looking to contribute to the development of smart cities.
This Gulf Rowad training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Public Sector Professionals.
- Government Employees.
- City Decision Makers.
- Professionals Working in Public-private Partnerships.
- Researchers, Students and Academics.
- Data Scientists and Technologists.
- IT Engineers, CTOs and CIOs.
- Strategic Development Personnel.
- Project Managers.
- Urban Planners and Architects.
Target Competencies
Organisational Impact
Organizations, particularly those in the public sector, stand to gain significantly by grasping the core principles of smart cities, including how to effectively respond to citizen demands and ensure the openness of public services in shaping the smart cities of tomorrow. With the enduring presence and importance of smart cities, it is advantageous for these organizations to embrace and integrate smart city concepts promptly.
The participants on this Public Sector Innovation and Smart Cities training course, will:
- Deepen their comprehension of public sector organizations and principles.
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of smart city concepts.
- Acquire skills to formulate recommendations aligned with the citizen aspirations.
- Bring fresh insights into the necessities for innovation in the public sector.
- Pinpoint existing deficiencies within the current public sector structures and governance.
- Shift the organization's focus from internal processes to prioritizing citizen satisfaction across multiple dimensions.
Personal Impact
The participants will gain or enhance their understanding of public sector roles in smart cities, by:
- Identifying causes of dissatisfaction within the public sector.
- Mastering the art of discerning citizens' intentions and sentiments.
- Grasping effective methods for enhancing public sector services.
- Comprehending the processes involved in developing smart cities.
- Recognizing the importance of technical infrastructures like the Internet of Things and Artificial Intelligence.
- Utilizing newfound knowledge to drive further innovation in areas previously deemed challenging.
Course Outline
Smart Cities - the Future of Living
- Smart City Definitions, Concepts and Focus.
- Smart City Success Factors.
- Technology Factors.
- Human Factors.
- Institutional Factors.
- Smart City Philosophies and Objectives
Public Sector Innovation
- Reasons to Innovate in the Public Sector.
- E-Government and Smart Governance.
- Types of Public Sector Innovation.
- Creating a Culture of Innovation in the Public Sector.
Key Areas of Innovation in Smart Cities
- Smart cities and the Internet of Things.
- Smart cities and Artificial Intelligence.
- Smart cities and Mobility.
- Smart cities and Energy.
Managing Public Sector Innovation
- Smart City Funding Opportunities.
- The Concept of Privacy & Digital Rights in Cities.
- The Public Sector in an Era of Social Networking.
- Measuring Smart City Performance.
Focus on Citizens
- Interpreting the Needs of Citizens:
- Transparency.
- Participation.
- Collaboration.
- Smarter Citizens = Smarter Cities
2026 Schedule & Fees
| Date | City | Language | Price | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Jun - 02 Jul, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 28 Jun - 02 Jul, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 05 Jul - 09 Jul, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 05 Jul - 09 Jul, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 12 Jul - 16 Jul, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 12 Jul - 16 Jul, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 19 Jul - 23 Jul, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 19 Jul - 23 Jul, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 26 Jul - 30 Jul, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 26 Jul - 30 Jul, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 02 Aug - 06 Aug, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 02 Aug - 06 Aug, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 09 Aug - 13 Aug, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 09 Aug - 13 Aug, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 16 Aug - 20 Aug, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 16 Aug - 20 Aug, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 23 Aug - 27 Aug, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 23 Aug - 27 Aug, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 30 Aug - 03 Sep, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 30 Aug - 03 Sep, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 06 Sep - 10 Sep, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 06 Sep - 10 Sep, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 13 Sep - 17 Sep, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 13 Sep - 17 Sep, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 20 Sep - 24 Sep, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 20 Sep - 24 Sep, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 27 Sep - 01 Oct, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 27 Sep - 01 Oct, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 04 Oct - 08 Oct, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 04 Oct - 08 Oct, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 11 Oct - 15 Oct, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 11 Oct - 15 Oct, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 18 Oct - 22 Oct, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 18 Oct - 22 Oct, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 25 Oct - 29 Oct, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 25 Oct - 29 Oct, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 01 Nov - 05 Nov, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 01 Nov - 05 Nov, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 08 Nov - 12 Nov, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 08 Nov - 12 Nov, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 15 Nov - 19 Nov, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 15 Nov - 19 Nov, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 22 Nov - 26 Nov, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 22 Nov - 26 Nov, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 29 Nov - 03 Dec, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 29 Nov - 03 Dec, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 06 Dec - 10 Dec, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 06 Dec - 10 Dec, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 13 Dec - 17 Dec, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 13 Dec - 17 Dec, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 20 Dec - 24 Dec, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 20 Dec - 24 Dec, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 27 Dec - 31 Dec, 2026 | Online | English | USD 2,000 | Book |
| 27 Dec - 31 Dec, 2026 | Online | Arabic | USD 2,000 | Book |
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