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Centre for Innovative Planning and Development (CiPD)

Pioneering innovative planning and development solutions in the built environment, and advancing sustainable development practices to ensure resilient future for all.

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At the Centre for Innovative Planning and Development, we are dedicated to transforming ideas into actionable plans that pave the way for sustainable growth and prosperity. Our interdisciplinary approach harnesses creativity and analytical rigor to address the pressing challenges of today and tomorrow. By fostering collaboration among experts and communities, we empower stakeholders to not just envision a better future but to actively participate in crafting it. Join us on this journey of discovery and impact, where every initiative is a step toward meaningful change.

Our Vision

“To be a leading international research centre for innovative planning and development in the built environment.”

Our Mission

“To develop innovative knowledge, advanced technological solutions, and policy recommendations that support sustainable planning, development, and community resilience.”

What We Do

Local and International Research

Advancing academic research and its practical applications, linking theory to practice.

Contract research & Consultancy

Delivers personalized consultation services in addressing complex challenges and foster sustainable community solutions.

Publication

Cutting-edge research and practical insights, empowering stakeholders to navigate the complexities of sustainable development.

Training and Capacity Building

Delivering industry-focused training and capacity-building programmes that strengthen professional skills, innovation, and sustainable development practices.

Featured Projects 

Kajian Pelan Tindakan Khas Teluk Sengat-Johor Lama 2030

KAJIAN ZON PELANCONGAN DI PETALING JAYA KE ARAH PENGUBAHAN RANCANGAN TEMPATAN PETALING JAYA 2035

University Partnership Program US-ASEAN Smart Mobility

ENHANCING ECONOMIC GROWTH IN RURAL AREAS THROUGH SUSTAINABLE ECOTOURISM, TECHNOLOGICAL PREPAREDNESS, AND WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT

KAJIAN PERANCANGAN MASA HADAPAN BAGI MENGURANGKAN KESESAKAN DAN MENINGKATKAN KESELAMATAN DI KOMPLEKS KASTAM, IMIGRESEN DAN KUARANTIN (CIQ) BANGUNAN SULTAN ISKANDAR (bsi) DAN KOMPLEKS SULTAN ABU BAKAR (KSAB)

News & Updates

PROGRAM LAWATAN DELEGASI MAHASARAKHAM UNIVERSITY, THAILAND DAN SPECIAL LECTURE MSU-UTM: TOURISM, HOSPITALITY & MANAGEMENT

Strengthening Global Research Collaboration through WTUN

CIPD, UTM welcomed Dr. Ubaid Illahi from Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Ireland, for a research sharing session under WTUN, fostering knowledge exchange and exploring opportunities for future international research collaboration.

UTM–UNHAS Urban Planning Joint Symposium: Strengthening Research Collaboration

20 – 22 Januari 2026  di Fakulti Teknik, Universitas Hasanuddin (UNHAS), Makassar

Our Collarborators

Collaborating with local and global partners to deliver innovative solutions, strengthen capacity, and create lasting impact for communities.

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At the Centre for Innovative Planning and Development, we see the future as an opportunity for innovative ideas and sustainable solutions. We are not just planners; we are change-makers who bring together diverse perspectives to address complex challenges. Through workshops and community engagement, we foster collaboration and creativity, empowering individuals and organizations to turn their visions into reality. Join us on this journey as we redefine possibilities and build resilient communities that thrive in uncertainty.

Centre for Innovative Planning and Development (CiPD), Level 4, Block B12, Faculty of Built Environment and Surveying, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

cipd-utm@utm.my

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