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Dear C&S members, I wonder if some of you may be interested in the following programme of short courses launching this December at the University of Oxford. Module 6 will have a major focus on cycling, but some of the other modules (e.g. 2 and 3) may also be of interest. You can find more information about the short course programme and the teaching staff at www.conted.ox.ac.uk/transport<http://www.conted.ox.ac.uk/transport> Please also feel free to circulate across your respective professional networks. With many thanks, James Macmillen TSU, University of Oxford. *** Dear Colleague, In December 2012, Transport Studies Unit, University of Oxford, launches its inaugural Oxford Leadership Programme: 'Global Challenges in Transport'. Designed to meet the needs of high-calibre professionals working in transport and related fields, across the public, private and third sectors, this flexible, modular programme is certified and fully CPD accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport. Offering a unique and critical perspective, it is targeted at existing and future leaders who seek a greater understanding of the key economic, societal and environmental issues facing global mobility in the 21st Century. The Programme would particularly suit those working in transport research, policy-making, urban planning, finance, consulting, petrochemicals, logistics, manufacturing, engineering, political lobbying or journalism. It is delivered through six stand-alone modules, each involving a mix of lectures, seminars, distinguished visiting speakers, and practice-based workshops with industry experts. Participants are able to register for as many or as few modules as they wish. The modules are: ECONOMY, ENERGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT 10-13 DECEMBER 2012 Core transport dilemmas; mobility and economic growth; global energy dynamics; climate change and peak oil; transport system resilience and adaptation. TECHNOLOGY, CULTURE AND BEHAVIOUR CHANGE 11-14 MARCH 2013 New vehicular and propulsion technologies; contemporary mobility cultures; understanding behavioural change; past and future mobility transitions. GOVERNANCE, POLICY AND LOCAL DELIVERY 18-21 JUNE 2013 The politics of mobility; management and leadership; policy formulation and implementation; accessibility and equity; stakeholder participation. GLOBAL NETWORKS AND LOGISTICS 22-25 JULY 2013 Globalisation and international freight; aviation and intercontinental travel; high-speed rail; communications and ICT; food, water and energy security. INFRASTRUCTURE, DEVELOPMENT AND FINANCE 2-5 SEPTEMBER 2013 Economic impacts and agglomeration; development bank investment; public/private partnerships; mega-projects; distributional impacts of investment. HEALTH, WELLBEING AND URBAN MOBILITY 2-5 DECEMBER 2013 Mobility and the built environment; walking, cycling and urban design; physical health and mental wellbeing; pollution and obesity; health impact assessment. All participants will enjoy en-suite accommodation and dining at St. Anne's College, Oxford. For further information and to apply, visit www.conted.ox.ac.uk/transport<http://www.conted.ox.ac.uk/transport> Enquires to [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> You are, of course, welcome to circulate this announcement, and apologies for cross-posting. Kind regards, Prof. David Banister Director, Transport Studies Unit, University of Oxford www.tsu.ox.ac.uk<http://www.tsu.ox.ac.uk> Twitter: @TSUOxford Steve Agg Chief Executive, The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport www.ciltuk.org.uk<http://www.ciltuk.org.uk> ___ James Macmillen Research Fellow, Sustainable Urban Futures Transport Studies Unit School of Geography and the Environment University of Oxford South Parks Road Oxford United Kingdom OX1 3QY Direct tel: +44 (0)1865 285 533 Fax: +44 (0)1865 275 885 www.tsu.ox.ac.uk/people/jmacmillen.php<http://www.tsu.ox.ac.uk/people/jmacmillen.php> Twitter: @TSUOxford