Decentralization Course
Gain expertise in decentralisation principles and public administration. Understand how transfers of responsibilities affect budgets, services, transport, housing, and social welfare, while acquiring practical tools for contracts, partnerships, community involvement, and results-focused local governance.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Decentralisation Fundamentals course offers a clear, practical overview of local governance structures, covering core responsibilities in economic development, housing, transport and social services, along with key legislation. Learn to handle budgets, contracts, funding sources, inter-agency collaboration, risk management, evaluation methods and community engagement to deliver local policies effectively and securely.
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Develop skills
- Design decentralisation strategies: align local powers, laws and budgets quickly.
- Manage transferred services: organise mobility, housing, welfare and culture.
- Build intergovernmental partnerships: negotiate with central government, regions and local authorities.
- Secure funding sources: combine central grants, subsidies and EU funds for robust projects.
- Monitor performance: establish KPIs, dashboards and accessible reports for citizens.
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