Planning

Urban and regional planners are in demand. Planners hold various positions within both government and private sectors. They are responsible for addressing the needs of communities—urban (city), rural (country), and suburban (area outside of city, but within commuting distance). Areas of concentration include:

• Transportation
• Environment
• Community growth and development
• Historic preservation
• Urban planning

A field of geography, planning impacts the way in which communities evolve—how vehicles should move around a city, how to preserve deteriorating downtown districts, and where to permit the construction of a shopping center in relation to a residential neighborhood. Planners with a bachelor’s degree can typically find a position, but earning a master’s degree can provide more opportunities and room for advancement. Search the Internet for universities that offer planning programs to learn more about this field of study. 

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