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Overview

Master of Business Administration (MBA) Project Management for Sustainable Reconstruction and Development 

Duration: 12 Months
Credit Hours: 180
ECTS: 90
Level: HE7

Mode of Delivery: Hybrid (Online/Onsite at different locations across the world including London, Morocco, Rwanda and KSA)

Overview

The Master of Business Administration in Project Management for Sustainable Reconstruction and Development (MBA PMSRD) at LISD is a specialised postgraduate programme designed to develop professionals capable of leading complex projects that support sustainable recovery, organisational resilience, and long-term development.

Aligned with strategic management principles and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), the programme integrates advanced business knowledge with project management, sustainability, and reconstruction-focused approaches. Students develop expertise in sustainable project planning, implementation, risk management, governance, stakeholder engagement, resource optimisation, innovation, and impact evaluation.

The programme focuses on equipping learners with the skills to manage projects that create economic, social, and environmental value. Through strategic decision-making, digital transformation, and responsible leadership, students learn to address complex challenges, rebuild resilient systems, and deliver sustainable solutions across diverse sectors.

A One of-a-Kind Initiative

At LISD, the MBA PMSRD provides a globally focused learning experience that combines project management excellence with sustainable development and reconstruction strategies. The programme prepares future leaders to design, manage, and evaluate impactful projects while balancing organisational goals with sustainability priorities.

Graduates emerge as ethical and capable project leaders equipped to drive innovation, enhance resilience, and contribute to sustainable reconstruction and development in a rapidly changing global environment.

Related Sustainable Development Goals
  • SDG9
  • SDG17
  • SDG16
  • SDG15
  • SDG14
  • SDG13
  • SDG12
  • SDG11
  • SDG10
  • SDG4
  • SDG8
  • SDG7
  • SDG6
  • SDG1
  • SDG5
  • SDG2
  • SDG3
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  • MSc/MBA
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London Institute of Sustainable Development (LISD), London, United Kingdom

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  • SDG17
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  • SDG15
  • SDG14
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  • SDG12
  • SDG11
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  • SDG7
  • SDG6
  • SDG1
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What will you learn

Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of project management, sustainable reconstruction, development principles, governance, and global sustainability challenges.
  2. Apply strategic, analytical, and data-driven approaches to plan, manage, and evaluate projects that support sustainable recovery, resilience, and organisational development.
  3. Lead reconstruction and development projects through responsible governance, stakeholder engagement, ethical decision-making, and effective risk management.
  4. Critically evaluate complex social, economic, environmental, and organisational challenges using project management methodologies and sustainability frameworks.
  5. Develop and implement sustainable project strategies that enhance resilience, innovation, resource optimisation, and long-term development outcomes.
  6. Manage projects effectively across diverse contexts by applying advanced skills in planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and leadership.
  7. Communicate effectively and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, communities, organisations, and stakeholders to achieve sustainable project outcomes.
  8. Demonstrate professional leadership, adaptability, problem-solving, and innovation in managing complex reconstruction and development projects.
  9. Align project management practices with the UN SDGs to support sustainable global development.

Knowledge and Understanding

  1. Demonstrate advanced understanding of project management theories, sustainable development concepts, reconstruction strategies, and responsible leadership practices.
  2. Analyse the relationship between sustainable project management, organisational resilience, stakeholder value, and long-term development impact.
  3. Critically evaluate challenges related to project governance, risk management, resource allocation, sustainability, and ethical decision-making.
  4. Understand the role of digital transformation, emerging technologies, and data-driven approaches in improving project performance and sustainability outcomes.

Cognitive, Intellectual or Thinking Skills

  1. Critically assess project strategies, outcomes, and sustainability impacts using evidence-based analysis and advanced problem-solving approaches.
  2. Apply strategic and innovative thinking to address complex challenges in reconstruction, development, and sustainable project delivery.
  3. Integrate knowledge from project management, sustainability, leadership, technology, and business strategy to support effective decision-making.
  4. Reflect critically on project practices to enhance professional performance, organisational resilience, and sustainable impact.

Practical, Professional or Subject-Specific Skills

  1. Design, implement, and evaluate projects that address real-world reconstruction, development, and sustainability challenges.
  2. Apply advanced project management techniques, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, quality control, and impact evaluation.
  3. Manage sustainable projects involving organisational change, innovation, digital transformation, and stakeholder collaboration.
  4. Demonstrate effective leadership, negotiation, communication, and partnership-building skills within complex project environments.

Technical or Information Technology Skills

  1. Apply project management tools, digital platforms, data analytics, and emerging technologies to improve project planning and delivery.
  2. Evaluate the contribution of artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and technology-enabled solutions to sustainable project outcomes.
  3. Manage project information, digital collaboration systems, and data resources to support efficient decision-making and stakeholder engagement.

Transferable, Key or Personal Skills

  1. Communicate project objectives, strategies, and sustainability outcomes clearly across diverse professional and stakeholder environments.
  2. Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary and multicultural teams through responsible leadership and professional practice.
  3. Demonstrate resilience, adaptability, creativity, and innovation when managing complex reconstruction and development challenges.
  4. Demonstrate commitment to ethical project management, sustainable development, responsible leadership, and the achievement of UN SDGs.
Programme Structure

Support for Student Learning

The programme provides comprehensive support to ensure a successful and engaging learning experience:

  1. Academic Support – Online tutorials, workshops, and one-to-one guidance help students develop knowledge, research skills, and assessment strategies.
  2. Technical Support – Access to the online learning platform, digital tools, and software enables effective study, data analysis, and assignment work.
  3. Personal and Professional Development – Mentoring, career services, and skills workshops support leadership, employability, and professional growth.
  4. Inclusive Learning Environment – Support is provided for diverse learning needs, including study skills, wellbeing, and accessibility accommodations.
  5. Feedback and Continuous Improvement – Regular, constructive feedback on assignments, discussion contributions, quizzes, and presentations encourages reflective learning and academic progression.

Programme Structure

The MBA PMSRD requires the successful completion of 180 credits at HE7, including a Capstone Project. The programme develops professionals capable of leading sustainable projects through strategic management, practical application, responsible leadership, innovation, and alignment with UN SDGs. It equips graduates with the skills to manage complex reconstruction and development challenges while promoting resilience, inclusion, and sustainable impact.

Programme Structure

Component Credit Hours
Module One: Global Sustainability Challenges and Strategic Responses 30
Module Two: Digital Transformation, Innovation and Organisational Excellence 30
Module Three: Advanced Project Management and Business Strategy 30
Module Four: Sustainable Project Management for Reconstruction, Recovery and Development 30
Capstone Project 60
Total Credits 180

Exit Points

The programme includes exit points, allowing students to leave with a recognised qualification based on the number of credits completed:

Credits Completed Qualification Awarded Duration
60 Postgraduate Certificate MBA Project Management for Sustainable Reconstruction and Development 3 months
120 Postgraduate Diploma MBA Project Management for Sustainable Reconstruction and Development 6 months

Exit points provide students with formal credentials even if they do not complete the full programme, recognising the learning achieved up to that stage.

Components of Modules

Module One: Global Sustainability Challenges and Strategic Responses

  1. Globalisation, Global Market Place, Development and Sustainability Transitions
  2. Foundations of Sustainability and SD
  3. The Evolution of the Concept of Development in the History of the UN System and the UN 2030 Agenda
  4. Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Strategies
  5. Human Capital for Sustainability: Education and Health Systems
  6. Climate Governance, Environmental Risk, and Corporate Sustainability
  7. Energy Transition: Renewable Energy and the Nuclear Debate
  8. The AI Carbon Footprint: Data Centres, E-Waste, and Resource Scarcity
  9. Sustainable Urban Development, Heritage and Tourism
  10. Accounting and Financial Literacy for Non-Finance Managers

Module Two: Digital Transformation, Innovation and Organisational Excellence

  1. Digitisation and Digital Transformation
  2. Digital Development, Government Transformation and Digital Skills
  3. The Emergence of International Norms on AI and Ethics
  4. AI for SD and SDGs Achievement
  5. Generative AI and the Future of Circular Economy
  6. DS and ML: Predictive Modelling for Environmental Impact
  7. Robotics and Autonomous Systems for Sustainable Manufacturing
  8. FinTech and Digital Financial Systems for SD
  9. Creativity and Creative Entrepreneurship in the Digital Economy
  10. KM and Knowledge-Based Economy

Module Three: Advanced Project Management and Business Strategy

  1. Introduction to Project Management and the Role of Projects in Business
  2. Organisational and Strategic Context of Projects
  3. Project Portfolio Management
  4. Leadership and the Role of the Project Manager
  5. Project Teams and Team Management
  6. Project Scope and Risk Management
  7. Project Management Office (PMO) and Organisational Structures
  8. Project Planning, Scheduling, Maintenance, and Termination
  9. Project Knowledge Areas: Time, Cost, Quality, Human Resources, Communication, Stakeholders, Risk, and Procurement
  10. Project Management as a Profession and Professional Standards (PMI/PMP)

Module Four: Sustainable Project Management for Reconstruction, Recovery and Development

  1. Principles and Frameworks of Sustainable Project Management for Reconstruction and Development
  2. Project Planning and Implementation Strategies for Sustainable Recovery and Rebuilding
  3. Project Governance, Institutional Capacity and Ethical Decision-Making in Reconstruction Projects
  4. Sustainable Resource Management, Budget Planning and Cost Optimisation in Development Projects
  5. Risk Management, Crisis Response and Resilience Building in Reconstruction Projects
  6. Stakeholder Engagement, Community Participation and Social Impact Management
  7. Sustainable Infrastructure Development, Procurement and Supply Chain Management
  8. Monitoring, Evaluation and Impact Assessment of Reconstruction and Development Projects
  9. Managing Innovation, Technology and Change for Sustainable Project Transformation
  10. Future Directions in Sustainable Reconstruction: ESG, Digital Transformation and Global Development Standards

Module Five: Capstone Project

Key Stages of the Capstone Project: (Allam Ahmed and Arshi Naim)

  1. Project Proposal Development: Develop a focused research or consultancy proposal addressing sustainable reconstruction, project management, organisational development, or development challenges within local, national, or global contexts.
  2. Literature Review: Critically review academic, policy, and industry sources related to sustainable project management, reconstruction strategies, innovation, resilience, governance, and responsible business practices.
  3. Methodology Design: Develop an appropriate research or project methodology using qualitative and/or quantitative approaches, ethical principles, digital tools, and relevant analytical methods.
  4. Data Collection and Analysis: Collect and analyse data to assess project performance, stakeholder engagement, resource management, sustainability impacts, and development outcomes.
  5. Findings and Discussion: Evaluate findings in relation to sustainable project delivery, reconstruction challenges, organisational resilience, innovation, and stakeholder value creation.
  6. Conclusions and Recommendations: Provide evidence-based recommendations to improve project outcomes, sustainability performance, resilience, and long-term development impact.
  7. Publication and Dissemination: Present project outcomes for professional, academic, or industry dissemination, demonstrating contribution to sustainable reconstruction and development practices.
Assessment

Assessment Strategy

The MBA PMSRD at the London Institute of Sustainable Development adopts an integrated assessment strategy designed to evaluate students’ knowledge, analytical capabilities, practical skills, and professional competencies in sustainable project management, reconstruction, development, and responsible leadership.

Assessment methods include:

  1. Capstone Project: An independent applied project requiring students to integrate and demonstrate the knowledge and skills developed throughout the programme. The project focuses on addressing real-world challenges related to sustainable reconstruction, development, project management, organisational resilience, innovation, or strategic transformation. It assesses research ability, critical thinking, project planning, leadership, stakeholder engagement, problem-solving, and professional communication.
  2. Assignments: Written assessments, including analytical reports, case studies, project evaluations, and applied research tasks, designed to assess students’ ability to analyse project challenges, apply sustainability frameworks, evaluate risks, develop strategies, and propose practical solutions for sustainable project delivery.
  3. Discussion Forums: Online discussions and peer engagement activities that assess students’ ability to communicate ideas, reflect on professional practices, and critically debate issues related to project management, sustainable development, governance, resilience, innovation, and global challenges.
  4. Online Quizzes: Formative and summative assessments used to evaluate students’ understanding and application of key concepts, including project management methodologies, reconstruction strategies, sustainability principles, risk management, digital transformation, governance, and impact assessment.
  5. Presentations: Individual or group presentations designed to assess professional communication, strategic thinking, leadership capability, and the ability to present sustainable project solutions effectively to diverse stakeholders.

All assessments are conducted online and submitted through the official learning platform provided to students.

Assessment Policies

  1. All assessments, including capstone Project, assignments, discussion forums, online quizzes, and presentations, are conducted in accordance with institutional policies, ensuring fairness, transparency, and academic integrity.
  2. The programme uses a mix of formative and summative assessments to support learning, provide feedback, and allow opportunities for improvement.
  3. Late submissions, plagiarism, and other forms of academic misconduct are managed through formal procedures and may affect progression or award classification.
  4. Students are required to meet minimum performance standards across all modules and assessment types in order to achieve the overall qualification.

Grade Bands and Classifications

Final grades are awarded based on aggregated performance across assessments, using a percentage system at LISD.

LISD Grading System

Classification Percentage Range UK Grade GPA (approx.) Description
Distinction 70–100% A 3.7–4.0 Excellent
Merit 60–69% B 3.3–3.6 Very Good
Pass 50–59% C 2.7–3.2 Satisfactory
Fail Below 50% F 0.0–2.6 Fail / Unsatisfactory

Marks Distribution for the Course

Assessment Type Weighting
Capstone Project 50%
Assignment 20%
Discussion Forum/Presentation 20%
Online Quiz 10%
Total 100%

Assessment Rubrics and Weightings

Capstone Project Rubric – 50%

Word Limit: 5,000 words ±10% (excluding references and appendices)

Criteria Description
Understanding of Topic Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of sustainable reconstruction, development, and project management concepts, integrating project frameworks, sustainability principles, governance, resilience, and contemporary global challenges.
Application to Sustainability & UN SDGs Effectively applies sustainability approaches, responsible project management practices, and relevant UN SDGs to address reconstruction, development, and long-term organisational impact.
Analysis and Critical Thinking Provides in-depth analysis and critical evaluation of real-world challenges related to project delivery, risk management, stakeholder engagement, resilience, innovation, and sustainable development.
Project Design and Methodology Develops a clear and appropriate project design, including methodology, implementation approach, project tools, evaluation methods, and strategies relevant to sustainable reconstruction and development.
Innovation and Problem-Solving Demonstrates originality and creativity in developing practical, ethical, and sustainable solutions through innovative project strategies, technology adoption, and organisational improvement approaches.
Structure and Organisation Presents a clear structure including abstract, introduction, literature review, methodology, findings, discussion, conclusion, and Harvard-style referencing.
Use of Sources Utilises relevant academic, industry, and professional sources effectively to support analysis, evaluation, and recommendations.
Academic Writing Demonstrates clear, coherent, and professional academic writing with appropriate structure, language, and referencing standards.
Presentation and Communication Communicates project outcomes, analysis, and recommendations effectively for academic, professional, and stakeholder audiences.

Publication Opportunity

Students achieving 70% or above in the Capstone Project may be offered the opportunity to further develop their work with the academic team for potential publication in a recognised WASD journal, subject to academic quality and editorial requirements.

Assignment Rubric – 20%

Word Limit: 2,500 words ±10% (excluding references and appendices)

Criteria Description
Understanding of Topic Demonstrates knowledge of project management, sustainable reconstruction, development strategies, governance, and responsible leadership practices.
Application to Sustainability & UN SDGs Applies sustainability principles, responsible project approaches, and relevant UN SDGs to evaluate project and development challenges.
Analysis and Critical Thinking Provides logical analysis and evidence-based arguments using project management theories, sustainability frameworks, and practical examples.
Structure and Organisation Demonstrates clear organisation with effective introduction, analysis, conclusion, and Harvard-style references.
Use of Sources Uses appropriate academic, professional, and industry sources accurately to support arguments and recommendations.
Academic Writing Demonstrates professional academic writing, clarity, accuracy, and appropriate referencing practices.

Discussion Forum/Presentation – 20%

Discussion Forum Rubric

Criteria Description
Participation Provides regular and meaningful contributions related to sustainable project management, reconstruction, resilience, and development challenges.
Relevance Demonstrates understanding of project practices, stakeholder engagement, sustainability, and global development contexts.
Engagement Responds constructively to peers and contributes to collaborative professional learning.
Critical Insight Demonstrates reflective thinking, analysis, and evidence-based discussion of project and sustainability issues.
Communication Uses clear, respectful, and professional written communication.

Presentation Rubric

Criteria Description
Content Quality Presents accurate, relevant, and well-researched content related to sustainable reconstruction and project management.
Application to Practice Connects theoretical concepts with real-world project challenges, sustainable solutions, and development strategies.
Clarity and Structure Demonstrates logical organisation, clear arguments, and effective communication of recommendations.
Delivery Demonstrates confident and professional presentation skills suitable for academic and organisational audiences.
Visual Aids Uses effective presentation materials to improve understanding and audience engagement.

Online Quiz – 10%

Criteria Description
Knowledge Recall Demonstrates understanding of project management methodologies, sustainability concepts, reconstruction approaches, governance, risk management, and development principles.
Accuracy Provides correct responses reflecting understanding of theoretical and applied programme concepts.
Time Management Completes assessments effectively within the allocated timeframe.
Consistency Demonstrates continuous engagement and understanding across all quiz activities.

Assessment Submission and Mode of Delivery

  1. All assessments will be conducted online and must be submitted through the official online platform provided to students.
  2. Clear instructions and submission deadlines will be communicated in advance.
  3. Students are responsible for ensuring that all work is submitted in the required format and within the specified timeframe.
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Target Participants

The MBA PMSRD is a postgraduate programme designed to develop professionals with the knowledge and skills to lead sustainable projects, reconstruction initiatives, and organisational transformation in complex global environments.

The programme integrates advanced project management practices, sustainable development frameworks, responsible leadership, innovation, governance, and UN SDGs. Students develop expertise in project planning and delivery, risk and resource management, stakeholder engagement, resilience building, digital transformation, and sustainability strategies to create long-term economic, social, and environmental value.

Facilitators

The programme will be facilitated by the best experts from all over the world to provide participants within the public and private sectors worldwide with the best scientific and management solutions to implement effective public policy in their organisations to achieve the UN 2030 Agenda and its 17 SDGs. The facilitators will be on hand to guide you through the material and will expect you to bring personal experience and reflection on the topics covered. Group work will also be required for participants to engage in the workshop. Such activity allows participants to embed the new knowledge within their experience through active discussion and challenge.

Professor Arshi Naim (London - UK) is recognised among the Top 2% Scientists globally by Stanford University and Elsevier, is a distinguished academic with over 23 years of experience in business management, digital marketing, higher education, quality assurance, and academic leadership. A prolific researcher, she has published 115+ Scopus-indexed papers in high impact journals and contributed to academic books with leading publishers such as Wiley, Springer, Elsevier, Emerald, Taylor & Francis, IGI Global, Nova Science, and Bentham Science.

Professor Allam Ahmed (London - UK) is a Professor of Knowledge Management and Sustainable Development; Co-Founder of SMART KM MODEL: An Integrated Knowledge Management Framework for Organizational Excellence and led the implementation of the first of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa Knowledge Management Framework Musharaka. Founding President of WASD; SDGs Universities Initiative; Middle Eastern Knowledge Economy Institute; Fellow Faculty of Public Health, UK; Fellow Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK; and Fellow Academy of World Business, Marketing and Management Development, Australia. Prior to QMUL, Prof. Ahmed spent 15 years at the University of Sussex Science Policy Research Unit (1st science and policy think tank in the UK) where he established and led Sussex’s most successful postgraduate programme MSc International Management.

Samia Melhem (Washington - USA) is a Lead Policy Specialist at the World Bank’s Digital Development and AI Vice Presidency, based in Washington DC. She manages digital government transformation operations, leveraging technologies to improve delivery of public services in all sectors. She is currently leading a large digital government investment project portfolio, and regional research on Digital Skills for Jobs; as well as AI’s impact on the digital economy. During her career at the WBG, Samia managed digital transformation projects/operations in East and Central Europe, Asia, Middle East and Africa. She authored several publications on Telecoms Policy and Regulation, Digital government, Digital Economy, Digital Capabilities and Skills, Cloud computing, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Open data, PPP, and Bridging the gender digital divide. In May 2025, Samia received an award from the Arab League for her Digital Economy work in the MENA region. In addition to her current role at the World Bank, Samia started teaching at George Washington University.

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Professor Rocky Dwyer (Minneapolis - USA) is a Core Faculty Professor in the Doctor of Business Administration Program in the College of Management and Human Potential at Walden University, USA. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, UK; a Fellow of the Society of Management Accountants and a Fellow of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada. He is an award winning author, editor and educator, who has consulted and undertaken research to support social change for private, not-for profit, and public sector organizations in 30 countries to examine and validate Corporate Social Responsibility, Poverty Reduction initiatives, strategic organizational capacity to support social change, performance management and ethics. His research has been presented and published for conferences and symposiums in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, India, South America, Germany, the Russian Federation; and the Peoples Republic of China.

Professor Joseph Ntayi (Kampala - Uganda) is a Professor at Makerere University Business School and served as the former Dean of the Faculty of Economics, Energy, and Management Sciences at Makerere University Business School (MUBS), a position he relinquished in July 2023. Prior to this, he held several notable positions within the institution, including Dean of the Faculty of Computing and Management Science, Head of the Department of Marketing, Procurement, and Logistics Management. With over three decades of dedicated service to Makerere University, Makerere University Business School, and the government of Uganda, Prof. Ntayi has made significant contributions across various roles in Development Finance, Foreign Trade, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Development Economics, and Strategic Management. Prof. Joseph M. Ntayi is a luminary in both the academic and professional spheres, celebrated for his profound impact as an international scholar, insightful consultant, and pioneering social entrepreneur. Prof. Ntayi has co-authored more than 200 articles for internationally acclaimed journals, covering a wide range of research interests including Development Finance, Development Economics, Microfinance, Energy Economics, Public Sector Procurement, Supply Chain and Logistics, Public Sector Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Positive Psychology, and Public health. In February 2021, 2022, January 2023, and January 2024, Prof. Ntayi received prestigious accolades from the International Scientific Scholars Forum, recognizing him as one of the top scholars in the world and acknowledging his excellence in Business & Management and Strategic Management. Furthermore, he has been recognized as the leading Strategic Management Scientist in Uganda and the Second most prominent in this field across Africa.

Ambassador (Ret) Dr Petru Dumitriu (Geneve - Switzerland) is a Former Ambassador and Permanent Observer of the Council of Europe to the United Nations in Geneva. Currently Senior Fellow and Lecturer on Multilateral Diplomacy postgraduate courses, Diplo Foundation/University of Malta. Former member of the United Nations Joint Inspection Unit and Editor of numerous reports including: Strengthening the policy research uptake in service of the 2030 Agenda for SD, Role of PPPs in the Implementation of Agenda 2030, Knowledge Management in the UN System

Professor Jerry Kolo (Sharjah - UAE) is a Professor of Urban and Regional Planning in the School of Architecture and Design at the American University of Sharjah (AUS), Sharjah, UAE. Prior to joining AUS in 2008/2009, he was a Professor at Florida Atlantic University, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, where he also founded and directed an applied research center, Center for Urban Redevelopment and Empowerment (CURE). His areas of teaching and research specialization are urban economic development, environmental planning and sustainable community planning. Jerry has an extensive consulting track record in the areas of municipal economic development, university-community partnerships, and community empowerment. For his community and public service, Jerry has earned several awards, including the State of Florida Governor’s Public Service Award in 1994, and the Florida African-American Achiever’s Award in 1999.

Dr Khalid Hasan (Toronto - Canada) is a Canadian marketing scholar, author, and researcher specialising in sustainability, global strategy, and market research. A Harvard-trained strategist, he has authored, co-authored, and edited seven books, including The New Sustainability Edge (2025) (with the Father of Modern Marketing Professor Philip Kotler). His other publications include Strategic Marketing Management in Asia (2026) and Marketing Practices in Developing Economies (2009). Professor Hasan teaches Sustainability, Marketing, and Human Resource Management in North America and South Asia and serves as CEO of ResInt Canada and President of ResInt Sustainability Institute. With over 35 years of experience, including senior leadership roles at Nielsen, he has led research for the World Bank, the U.S. Department of State, USAID, UNICEF, and major global multinational corporations and Fortune 500 companies. He is also a Paul Harris Fellow of Rotary International.

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To register/enquire about this course and all our various comprehensive list of courses and workshops and if you have any question and/or if you would like to request a training workshop/program not listed in our portfolio please contact our Academic Director Professor Arshi Naim at: arshi@wasd.org.uk with a copy to admin@wasd.org.uk.

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Included in the course fee, the following learning materials will be provided:

  1. Admission to all sessions.
  2. All overhead slides (PDF).
  3. Case studies (print and video).
  4. Full access to WASD Sustainability Library including all volumes of World Sustainable Development Outlook book series.
  5. Certificate of completion.
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Smart KM Model: An Integrated Knowledge Management Framework for Organizational Excellence
presents a comprehensive and integrated framework for implementing Knowledge Management (KM) across organizations. The book guides leaders and practitioners through a structured model for capturing, sharing, and leveraging organizational knowledge to drive efficiency, innovation, and sustainable excellence. It bridges theory and practice, making it highly relevant for executives, policy makers, and academics looking to embed a smart knowledge culture within their institutions.
Allam Ahmed & Mohamed Elhag

 

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