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Railway Management, Economics and Planning CPD

This week long programme comprises three elements which together make up the Courses in Railways CPD offering.

Railway Management, Economics and Planning programme

Dates: 30 January - 3 February 2023

Venue: Newcastle University

About the programme

This week long programme comprises three elements which together make up the courses in Railways CPD offering. Attendees can sign up for any combination of:

  • part 1 - Railway Economics
  • part 2 - Railway Management
  • part 3 - Railway Planning

This course is a Level 7 module taught to MSc Transport Engineering and Planning students mong others. It is also very useful professional development for personnel moving roles into or within the rail transport industry.

Tutors

Professor Roberto Palacin

Dr David Golightly

Plus, contribution from a visiting professional.

 

Lectures

The course is designed to teach:

  • the fundamental principles defining the railway as a system
  • railway management, safety, risks and operations (passenger and freight)
  • railway economics and planning. For example; timetabling, decision-making processes related to node (e.g. stations) location

On completing this course, students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the following key learning objectives:

  • the way the railway system operates
  • the basic concepts underpinning railway safety and operations
  • the planning process and management processes

Attendees will gain analytical and decision-making skills. These will help to understand contemporary railway operation and planning.

Cost

The fees for this course will be announced soon.

For further information

If you have any queries about our CPD programme please email llahub@ncl.ac.uk.