| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
Program Overview
Ulster University's Infrastructure Finance and Investment Short Course equips professionals with the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about infrastructure financing and investment. The course explores the critical role of infrastructure investment in sustainable growth, identifies key stakeholders, evaluates funding sources, and analyzes challenges and innovative solutions. Participants will apply their acquired knowledge to a real-world case study and receive a certificate upon completion.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This short course, offered by Ulster University's Belfast School of Architecture and the Built Environment, examines the critical role of infrastructure investment in achieving sustainable and vibrant growth. It explores how infrastructure projects are financed and the challenges faced in securing funding. The course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about infrastructure finance and investment.
Key objectives:
- Understand the importance of infrastructure investment for sustainable growth.
- Identify key stakeholders involved in infrastructure financing.
- Evaluate various sources of infrastructure finance and investment.
Module 1:
Introduction to Infrastructure Finance and Investment
- Understanding the infrastructure deficit and its impact.
- Identifying key stakeholders and their roles.
- Exploring different types of infrastructure projects.
Module 2:
Sources of Infrastructure Finance
- Public and private financing models.
- Debt and equity instruments.
- International financial institutions and their role.
Module 3:
Challenges in Infrastructure Finance
- Risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
- Project feasibility analysis.
- Public-private partnerships (PPPs) and their implications.
- Exploring new funding models and technologies.
- Case studies of successful infrastructure projects.
- Developing a sustainable approach to infrastructure investment.
Assessment:
The course is assessed through a 3,000-word report that applies the acquired knowledge to a real-world case study. Participants will be expected to:
- Analyze the infrastructure deficit and needs of the case study.
- Critically evaluate potential investment opportunities and challenges.
Teaching:
The course is delivered by experienced academics and industry professionals with expertise in infrastructure finance and investment. The teaching methods include:
- Interactive lectures
- Case study analysis
- Group discussions
- Guest lectures
Other:
- The course is open to professionals from various backgrounds, including construction, architecture, engineering, and finance.
- It is offered part-time and can be completed within one semester.
Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and EU Settlements Status Fees:
£559.95
Additional mandatory costs
It is important to remember that costs associated with accommodation, travel (including car parking charges) and normal living will need to be covered in addition to tuition fees. Where a course has additional mandatory expenses (in addition to tuition fees) we make every effort to highlight them above. We aim to provide students with the learning materials needed to support their studies. Our libraries are a valuable resource with an extensive collection of books and journals, as well as first-class facilities and IT equipment. Computer suites and free Wi-Fi are also available on each of the campuses. Students choosing a period of paid work placement or study abroad as a part of their course should be aware that there may be additional travel and living costs, as well as tuition fees.
