Specialised Master's
Cities and Territories
Management of Cities and Territories
A degree programme for leaders and managers of cities and local authorities, as well as public and private urban-service companies. 300 hours of training, including 200 hours of teaching and 100 hours of personalised support.
Practical information
2025–2026Programme content
The programme is built around specialised modules covering every facet of the field.
Strategy and Management
- Strategic Management
- Public Management
- Organisational Management
Economic and territorial intelligence
- Marketing and competitiveness of territories
- Competitive intelligence and IS
- Strategic management of local authorities
- Sustainable urban development
Project Management
- Methodology for complex projects
- HR management and change management
- Consultation and negotiation
Performance control
- Financial analysis
- Audit techniques
- Evaluation of public policies
Applied professional thesis
Participants must produce an applied professional thesis on a project related to their company, sector and field of activity. This work is supervised by an ISCAE professor.
A research methodology seminar and six supervision sessions are provided. The defence takes place before a panel composed of professors and professionals.
Assessment methods & Admission
Assessment methods
Coursework is validated through a minimum average of 12/20 per module. Obtaining a grade below 8/20 in a subject requires a resit in a second session.
Assessment is based on continuous evaluation, the final examination, attendance and participation. The programme concludes with the defence of the professional thesis.
Entry requirements
Target professions
The programme prepares graduates to take on senior responsibilities in the following professions:
Programme structure
Teaching is delivered on campus. These arrangements may change depending on the health guidelines in force.
Selection based on the application file
Review of diplomas and professional background to confirm that the entry requirements are met.
Written test
A test designed to assess fundamental knowledge in the field.
Interview with the Committee
An admission interview to assess the candidate's abilities and motivation.
Professional thesis
Defence before a panel of professors and professionals.
Download the programme sheet
Management of Cities and Territories Sheet — ISCAE Casablanca
Contact us
ISCAE — Casablanca
Km 9.5 route de Nouasseur, B.P 8 114 Casablanca – Oasis
