📘 Program: Master of Planning (MPlan)

⏳ Duration: 2 Years (Full-Time)
🎓 Degree Awarded By: Arizona International University
🏛️ Mode: On-Campus / Hybrid
📅 Intakes: Fall, Spring

🏙️ Program Overview

Transform Urban Futures. Shape Sustainable Cities.
The MPlan program at Arizona International University equips aspiring planners with advanced expertise in urban design, sustainable development, transportation planning, and urban governance. Designed for change-makers, this interdisciplinary degree prepares students to create equitable, livable, and resilient urban environments through a balance of theory and real-world practice.

📚 Curriculum Highlights

A robust curriculum that blends core planning principles with modern challenges and tools:

• Urban Planning & Development
  Land-use planning, zoning, and public policy with a focus on urban sustainability.

• Sustainable Development
  Balancing environmental stewardship with urban growth and design.

• Urban Design & Infrastructure
  Planning functional and aesthetic public spaces and smart infrastructure.

• Policy Analysis & Governance
  Understanding urban policies, governance systems, and their socio-political impact.

• Environmental Planning
  Planning for ecological preservation, climate resilience, and green infrastructure.

• Transportation Planning
  Sustainable transit systems, mobility solutions, and smart urban mobility.

• Urban Economics & Housing
  Economic insights into housing markets, land use, and regeneration.

• Community & Social Planning
  Inclusion-focused planning that integrates cultural and community needs.

• GIS & Planning Technology
  Mastery in GIS, data visualization, and planning software tools.

• Research in Planning
  Independent thesis or project to contribute to urban planning knowledge.

🎯 Specializations Available

Tailor your MPlan with focused pathways:

🏙️ Urban & Regional Planning
🌱 Environmental Planning
🏡 Housing & Real Estate Planning
🚇 Transportation Planning
🌍 Sustainable Cities & Urbanization
💼 Policy & Governance

💼 Career Outcomes

Graduates are prepared for impactful careers such as:

• Urban Planner

• Environmental Planner

• Transportation Planner

• Housing & Community Development Specialist

• Urban Policy Analyst

• Regional Planner

• Government Planning Advisor

• GIS & Spatial Data Specialist

• Urban Design Consultant

🌐 Global Exposure & Industry Integration

• 🌎 Internships & Work Placements with top firms, NGOs, and public agencies.

• 🎓 Expert Lectures & Workshops led by global planners and sustainability leaders.

• 🤝 Collaborative Projects with international and municipal planning bodies.

• ✈️ Global Study Tours and exchange programs to explore best practices worldwide.

📝 Admission Requirements

To qualify, applicants must provide:

• 🎓 Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field

• 📑 Official academic transcripts

• 🖋️ Statement of Purpose (SOP)

• 📄 Portfolio (if applicable)

• 💼 Relevant professional experience (preferred)

• 📜 Two Letters of Recommendation (academic or professional)

💰 Tuition & Financial Aid

• Annual Tuition: $18,000 – $22,000 (based on specialization)

• Scholarships: Merit-based scholarships and financial aid available

• Internships: Paid internships and assistantships provide additional support