Guido BRUGGEMAN
Diploma Programme for Managers in Public Transport (3 Modules) 2025-2026
Organisers
The Diploma Programme for Managers in Public Transport will take place in June, September and November 2024. It is an expert-level year-long course composed of three modules taking place in three different cities. It includes additional online sessions (webinars) organised between the classroom modules and an urban mobility lab.
Who is it for?
- High-potential managers responsible for administration, operations, or maintenance.
- Professionals seeking a broader international perspective on the public transport sector or those new to it.
- Individuals eager to learn from peers and contribute their knowledge and experience.
What You Will Learn
- Expand your knowledge and understanding of global mobility issues.
- Gain insights into the primary challenges within the sector.
- Analyse and discuss the latest trends and developments with experienced public transport experts and professionals.
- Cultivate an international network of peers and professionals.
- Facilitate the exchange of experiences among your peers.
Modules
| Module 1: Policy, Planning, Regulating and Funding | 22-24 September 2025 Helsinki (Finland) Local Host: HSL |
| Module 2: Public Transport Modes & Modal Choice | 24-27 November 2025 Santiago (Chile) Local Host: Metro de Santiago |
| Module 3: Customer-Oriented Management | 16-18 April 2026 Dubai (United Arab Emirates) Local Host: RTA |
Programme
A Top Level Methodology
- Expert trainers with extensive global experience in public transport management and operations.
- 3 interactive classroom modules integrating theory and practice.
- Dynamic workshops conducted in small groups, focusing on practical case studies.
- 8 e-learning sessions facilitated through the UITP Academy Learning Management System,
- Urban Mobility Lab: Collaborative group project on public transport and sustainable urban mobility, applying learnings to real-world case studies.
UITP Training Programs and all related processes are certified for ISO 21001: 2018 – the standard for Educational organisations – Management systems for educational organisations.
E-Learning Sessions to Complement Your Knowledge
Eight e-learning sessions are integrated into the course via our Learning Management System (LMS), complementing each module with pre-reading materials and Knowledge Papers.
These sessions enhance knowledge acquisition and strengthen the connection between participants and UITP throughout the programme.
Each e-learning session employs a self-learning approach, featuring interactive quizzes and questions.
Topics covered in the e-learning sessions may include:
- Indispensability of Public Transport
- PT and the city
- PT Regulation and Organisation
- Funding and Financing
- Public Transport Modes: Focus on Bus
- Public Transport Modes: Focus on Rail
- Safety and Security in PT
Urban Mobility Lab
The Urban Mobility Lab offers a unique opportunity to explore the critical transportation challenges and opportunities through a fictional city case study.
Spanning various stages throughout the course, participants will:
- Conduct a comprehensive analysis of current transport issues in the city.
- Collaborate in small groups to develop a (mini) Urban Mobility Action Plan.
- Strategize the implementation process and design a service contract.
This exercise prompts participants to contemplate various transportation policy approaches, determine optimal stakeholder involvement, outline actionable initiatives, and forecast outcomes and feasibility.
Pricing
Registration has now closed
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Until 22 August
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From 22 August
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UITP Member
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€4,590 |
€5,390 |
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Non Members |
€5,390 |
€6,390 |
Trainers
Dávid VITÉZY
Antti VUORELA
Christiane JUST
Alok JAIN
Michael PELLOT
Ozlem TATAR
Emre KIRAN
Training Venue and Accommodation
Location Helsinki
Public Transport Ticket
You will be able to get a free public transport ticket valid from 21 to 26 September and which can be used for all trains, trams, bus, metro and ferry to Suomenlinna. Available via the HSL app with a special code.
Training Venue
Helsingin seudun liikenne HSL
Opastinsilta 6 A, 00520 Helsinki
A direct train from the airport will bring you to Mall of Tripla / Pasila station.
Hotel
All participants and trainers will stay at the same hotel which will be selected by UITP.
However, please note that participants will be in charge of their own travel arrangements.
Location Santiago
All participants and trainers will stay at the same hotel which will be selected by UITP.
However, please note that participants will be in charge of their own travel arrangements.
Location Dubai
All participants and trainers will stay at the same hotel which will be selected by UITP.
However, please note that participants will be in charge of their own travel arrangements.
Practical information
When?
The modules will start each day at 9:00 CET time
- Module 1: Policy, Planning, Regulating and Funding, 22-24 September 2025, Helsinki (Finland)
- Module 2: Public Transport Modes & Modal Choice, 24-27 November 2025, Santiago (Chile)
- Module 3: Customer-Oriented Management, 16-18 April 2026, Dubai (United Arab Emirates)
*UITP reserves the right to make amendments to the programme or any related activity at its discretion.
What material do I receive?
Presentations are made available to participants through Academy Learning Management System (LMS).