Formación y viaje de estudio sobre ciudades inteligentes y transformación urbana en Barcelona

Descripción del programa

Smart Cities and Urban Transformation have become central priorities for governments and urban authorities as cities expand rapidly across the globe. Today, around 55% of the world’s population lives in urban areas, and this figure is expected to reach 68% by 2050. At the same time, cities account for a significant share of global energy consumption and face increasing pressure to provide reliable infrastructure, sustainable mobility, efficient public services, climate resilience, and a high quality of life.

For many cities, particularly in developing and emerging economies, rapid urbanization is creating significant challenges related to energy supply, transportation, waste management, public safety, environmental sustainability, and access to essential services. Smart city approaches provide governments with new opportunities to address these challenges through integrated planning, digital technologies, data-driven decision-making, and citizen-centered service delivery.

The Smart Cities and Urban Transformation Training and Study Tour in Barcelona has been exclusively developed by Risalat Consultants International to equip public officials and urban professionals with the knowledge and practical tools required to plan and implement successful smart city initiatives. Participants will explore how technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence, machine learning, smart infrastructure, data analytics, and digital platforms can support more efficient, resilient, inclusive, and sustainable cities.

Through practical learning, international case studies, interactive exercises, and direct exposure to Barcelona’s urban innovation ecosystem, participants will examine how smart cities and urban transformation strategies can improve city management, strengthen infrastructure, optimize public services, enhance citizen experiences, and support long-term sustainable urban development.

Formación y viaje de estudio sobre ciudades inteligentes y transformación urbana en Barcelona

Público destinatario

This training programme primarily targets public officials and city administrators who are willing to explore ways to integrate smart solutions into their urban infrastructure. It could benefit a variety of professionals including but not limited to the following:

• Urban planners and architects
• City administrators and officials
• Responsables de políticas
• ICT professionals
• Environmental and sustainability specialists
• Professionals in the transportation sector
• Engineers and technicians

Smart Cities and Urban Transformation Programme Objectives

The ultimate goal of this programme is to help delegates form foundational knowledge and vital skills for the planning, implementation, and management of smart city initiatives. Upon the successful completion of the programme, the delegates are expected to:

• Understand the core concepts and principles of smart cities.
• Comprehend the technology behind smart cities including IoT, AI, and blockchain.
• Support the integration of smart technologies into urban planning and design processes.
• Work across data, appreciate the importance of data security in smart cities, and stay cautious of relevant cyber risks.
• Help deploy and maintain the physical smart cities’ infrastructure such as sensors, communication networks, and other connected devices.
• Support the adoption of sustainable practices in the development and operation of smart city projects.
• Optimize public service delivery through the application of smart city technologies.

Smart Cities and Urban Transformation Training Contents

Metodología del programa

Smart Cities and Urban Transformation Training and Study Tour focuses on practical skills development, knowledge enhancement, and exchange regarding smart city development. The structure of the presentation, exercises, simulations, case studies, discussion questions, and modeling assignments derive from the target audience’s needs.

Proven adult-learning methodology and principles guide the entire process intending to maximize the effectiveness of the delivery and create a long-lasting impact. Practical exposure targets exchanging knowledge and best practices between delegates and RCI partner organizations.

Why Barcelona for Smart Cities and Urban Transformation?

The city of Barcelona has been considered as “the most wired” by many. Citywide Wi-Fi and an astonishing number of hotspots cover almost the entire territory with free access in buses, metro, and markets. As Barcelona has the highest number of smartphone penetration, the government has created numerous apps to deliver public services to its residents.

The city hosted the first Smart City Expo and World Congress to promote “a self-sufficient city of productive neighborhoods at human speed, inside a hyper-connected zero emissions metropolitan area” in 2011. Barcelona serves as a role model when it comes to the improvement of urban infrastructure via technology. Smart choices have been used in waste disposal, street lighting, bus transit systems, city bike systems, irrigation systems, and noise sensors just to name a few.

Entregables del curso

Los participantes disfrutarán de un servicio integral que cubre todo lo necesario antes, durante y después del programa:

Durante el programa

• Kit de formación de Risalat, que incluye: bolsa, botella de agua, taza de café, camiseta, gorra, funda de pasaporte, bolígrafos, cuaderno, imán y llavero
• Almuerzo diario durante los días de formación
• Manual completo del curso y materiales de formación
• Plantillas, herramientas y fichas de trabajo basadas en proyectos
• Mini Pad / tableta para acceder cómodamente a los recursos digitales
• Estudios de caso digitales, dosieres de lectura y materiales de consulta
• Acceso a conjuntos de datos de muestra y ejercicios prácticos
• Visita de campo (cuando proceda)
• Refrigerios gratuitos y todas las instalaciones de la sede de formación
• Acceso a recursos de aprendizaje en línea
• Recorrido turístico por la ciudad

Después del programa

• Certificado de finalización
• Reconocimiento a la participación en programas de Risalat
• Apoyo posterior a la formación y orientación de seguimiento
• Informe del programa

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