Diploma in Transport Economics and Finance

Study Transport Economics and Finance online. Understand policy, funding, pricing, and planning. Designed for aspiring transport professionals.

Overview:

The Diploma in Transport Economics and Finance offers a deep dive into the financial logic and economic thinking behind modern transport systems. From pricing policies to demand forecasting, public investment decisions to project evaluation—this course introduces you to the theories and frameworks that shape transport networks and their funding. Whether it's understanding how infrastructure gets financed or why some services are subsidised while others aren't, you’ll gain a strong foundation in the concepts that drive strategy and policy in the transport sector.

Delivered fully online, the course is designed for learners with or without a prior background in transport. It suits those looking to build confidence in analysing transport-related data, questioning policies, and making sense of cost–benefit frameworks. You’ll also explore the broader economic implications of transport decisions—from environmental concerns to social equity—through economic lenses. Accessible and structured, the course blends depth with clarity, giving you what you need to move forward in transport-related roles, policy analysis, or further study. And no, there’s no train station you need to find to get started.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand core principles of transport economics and financial modelling.
• Interpret funding mechanisms for transport systems and infrastructure projects.
• Analyse transport demand, pricing policies, and cost recovery approaches.
• Assess economic tools used in project appraisal and evaluation.
• Explore government roles in funding, subsidy, and taxation strategies.
• Critically evaluate economic impacts of transport policies and reforms.

Who is this Course For:

• Professionals working in transport planning or infrastructure management.
• Graduates interested in transport economics or public sector finance.
• Local government staff involved in policy and funding allocation.
• Consultants handling transport feasibility studies and costing projects.
• Analysts assessing transport schemes and business case development.
• Academics seeking applied knowledge in transport funding models.
• Civil servants working in transport or treasury departments.
• Anyone curious about how transport systems are funded and planned.

Career Path:

• Transport Planner – £38,000 per year
• Transport Economist – £45,000 per year
• Policy Analyst (Transport Sector) – £42,000 per year
• Infrastructure Finance Analyst – £48,000 per year
• Urban Transport Consultant – £44,000 per year
• Public Transport Strategy Officer – £40,000 per year