Competition Policy in the Digital Age

Overview Competition in mobile telecommunications is multifaceted and dynamic. Regulatory authorities must be alert to rapid technological changes that impact infrastructure competition. This four-week course provides a foundation for understanding the rules of competition and the regulatory powers that apply to the telecommunications sector, taking into account the wider competitive landscape that now includes Over-The-Top […]

The Evolution of Radio Access Networks: Disaggregation, Open RAN and 6G

Overview The Radio Access Network (RAN) is a key component of mobile operators’ infrastructure, as it provides the coverage and capacity necessary for subscribers to access voice and data services. Motivated by the convergence of several technical, commercial and geopolitical factors, mobile network operators have been investigating and supporting a shift towards the use of […]

Addressing the Digital Divide

Overview Although the world is more connected than ever before, not everyone currently benefits. This course focuses on both expanding mobile broadband coverage (especially in rural areas) and on accelerating mobile internet adoption, which is the biggest challenge we face in addressing the digital divide. Packed with the latest GSMA insights into the barriers to […]

Spectrum Management for Mobile Telecommunications

Overview This course considers the history and technical evolution of mobile telecommunications before moving on to cover the core functions of the spectrum manager. Participants will learn about how spectrum is used, the characteristics of spectrum bands and the progression of mobile technologies. The course also covers the principles of spectrum planning at national and […]

Big Data and Artificial Intelligence for Impact

Overview Climate change, infectious diseases, disasters, air pollution, migration and poverty are among the most critical challenges the world faces today. This four-week course looks at the role mobile technology, advanced analytics and artificial intelligence can play in drastically improving the effectiveness and efficiency of planning and responses to these challenges. It also considers the […]

Bridging the Mobile Gender Gap

Overview There is currently a significant gender gap associated with access to, and use of, the Internet and mobile broadband services. This course aims to help policymakers understand the size and drivers of the mobile gender gap in low- and middle-income countries and provides insights and recommendations on how to improve digital inclusion for women. […]

Mobile Money for Financial Inclusion

Overview  Mobile money services have become a key enabler for financial inclusion, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This has resulted in the growth and increased adoption of mobile money services, with the result that they now support 1.6 billion users in carrying out regular transactions. Despite the benefits of mobile money services, there […]

Internet of Things

Overview Internet of Things (IoT) involves connecting devices to the internet across multiple networks to allow them to communicate with humans, applications and each other. IoT is set to have a huge impact on our daily lives, helping us to reduce traffic congestion, improve care for the elderly and create smarter homes and offices. This […]

Climate Change and the Mobile Industry

This four-week course aims to inform telecommunications policymakers and regulators, particularly those in emerging and developing markets, about the multifaceted relationship between mobile technologies and climate change. It also discusses how the mobile industry is reducing its own impacts on climate change while also enabling climate action in other sectors. Furthermore, it details how policymakers […]

Radio Signals and Health

Overview The effect of radio transmissions on health has been studied extensively, leading to international standards for network antennas and exposure limits for workers and the public. Despite the ever-growing body of scientific knowledge, many people continue to be concerned about electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and their impact on health. This three-week course looks at the […]

Addressing the Digital Divide

Overview Although the world is more connected than ever before, not everyone currently benefits. This course focuses on both expanding mobile broadband coverage (especially in rural areas) and on accelerating mobile internet adoption, which is the biggest challenge we face in addressing the digital divide. Packed with the latest GSMA insights into the barriers to […]

Children’s Rights and Connectivity

Overview Connectivity and the digital environment are increasingly central to children’s lives. They afford numerous opportunities for the realisation of a number of children’s fundamental rights – such as access to information and education – but they can also create risks and play a role in rights violations. This course looks at the various ways […]

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