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IHS Making Cities Work
Knowledge Centre of Urban Management and Development
Who are we?
An institute of EURErasmus University Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Leading international institute with 50 years of experience in applied knowledge for housing and urban development
Top school for urban management and development
We lead cities into the future !
Strong Academic Credibility
Erasmus University Rotterdam Top 50 university in Europe
Netherlands FlemishAccreditation
Organization
Strong Academic Credibility
City Development Corporation, Municipality of
Rotterdam
Lund University Sweden
Lincoln Institute of Land Policy, United States of
America
Cordaid, Hague, the Netherlands
Where are we?
Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Port of Europe
Where are we?
Rotterdam,the NetherlandsRotterdam,the Netherlands
City of Urban RenewalCity of Urban Renewal
Where are we?
Rotterdam, the Rotterdam, the
NetherlandsNetherlands
City of Modern ArchitectureCity of Modern Architecture
IHS History
1948
Bouwcentrum
founded
Bouwcentrum
International
Education (BIE)
Direct involvement in
overseas projects
From BIE to IHS,
Institute for
Housing Studies
IHS - Institute for Housing
and Urban Development
Studies
IHS reorganization and
integration with Erasmus
University Rotterdam
New organizational
structure1958
1976 1991
1982
present2003
1996
Present
Winner of the UN-HABITAT
Scroll of Honour Award
Leading international institute
for housing and urban
development studies
50 years investing in people who Make Cities Work
IHS Education
Master’s Programme 12 months MSc programme with 7 specializations in urban management and development
PhD ProgrammeFull-time and part-time in depth research on specific themes in housing and urban development
Short Courses1-3 months short courses on specific topics in housing, land management and urban development
Executive Courses1-2 weeks intensive courses with strong practical focus designed for post experience professionals
Tailor Made CoursesProblem-solving and practical oriented course on various problems related to urban development
IHS EducationMaster’s ProgrammeMSc : Urban Management and Development
12 months MSc programme addresses the economic, social, physical,managerial and political aspects of urban
management and development in a comprehensive way
Truly international environment Small-scale with personal attention and supportInternational guest lecturesStrong link between theory and practicePractical focus and problem solving approachWide range of specializationsBalanced training of analytical and practical skills
MSc : Urban Management and DevelopmentKey Features
MSc : Urban Management and DevelopmentSpecializations
Urban Social Development Land Development Strategies and the Future of CitiesUrban Environmental and Infrastructure ManagementUrban Management and GovernanceHousing: Making it Accessible for AllUrban Development Strategies
MSc : Urban Management and DevelopmentCourse Structure
Urban PlannerEntrepreneurConsultant and advisorAcademic and lecturerPoliticianGovernment officialProject managerNGO officerReal estate agent
…
MSc : Urban Management and DevelopmentCareer prospects
IHS Global Connections: More than 7,000 Alumni all over the world form
strong networks for IHS graduates’ career
prospects
MSc : Urban Management and DevelopmentCareer prospects
“Studying at IHS has been an academic experience which has given me: the skills and knowledge of urban management necessary to contribute to the improvement of urban development in my country.”
Ms. Alejandra Samudio Matiz ColombiaMaster Student 2007-2008
International Courses on Housing and Urban Development
3-month post- graduate diploma courseDesigned for middle and senior level professionalsPractical orientation with field experience
Land management and Informal Settlement Regularization
1 month intensive diploma courseDesigned for professionals involved with housing and land policiesInnovative nature with various teaching methods
Academic Short course2 - 4 weeks in-depth diploma courseDesigned for professionals in urban management and development
In-depth study addresses the latest findings
Short Courses
Admission RequirementsFor Master Programmes and Short Courses
Bachelor’s degree for MSc programme
At least three years of related experience for the 1-month Land Management course
English Fluency if English is not mother tongue:- IELTS min.6.0 with subtest not lower than 5.5- TOEFL min. 550 (paper based) 213 (computer based) 79 (Internet based) www.toefl.org www.ielts.org
Application formTranscript and IELTS or TOEFL test resultFinancial supportApply before July 01 for MSc Programme
Feb 01 for ICHUD short course June 01 for LMISR short course
Application
IHS personal attention and support(Housing, visa, insurance, financial supports, etc.)
IHS social activities(social drinks, cultural evenings, visits, sports days, etc.)
Rotterdam, Gateway to Europe(Paris, Amsterdam, London, Brussels, Berlin)
Student Life at IHS Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Student Life Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Students City
Cultural City
City with World
Events
Fun CityInternational
City
IHS: Making Cities WorkInstitute for Housing and Urban Development StudiesFor More information
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