Planning is the profession that is dedicated to helping society manage change.
Urban and regional planners assist in understanding and solving problems. Planners are concerned with issues that affect the world - the preservation and enhancement of the quality of life in a community, the protection of the environment, the promotion of equitable economic opportunity, and the management of growth and change of all kinds. Common Themes in Planning Regardless of the area of specialization several common themes bind the field of planning and distinguish it from other fields. These common themes are indicated below. A focus on improving human settlements , emphasizing processes of physical development and its influence on social and economic characteristics, and problem-solving in urban areas.