Urban planning jobs: What you need to know

Finding a good position as an urban planner in the developing world has become quite tricky. At least, it is not as easy as it used to be.

Half a century ago, an architecture degree may have landed you a job in urban management, according to Alain Bertaud, an urban planner with 30 years’ international experience.

“Today, it is not possible anymore,” he remarked.

Urban planning is a versatile and open discipline dealing with numerous issues including housing, transport, access to services, land development, and the environment. To be successful in this area, the key is to be an expert in one of those urban issues.