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Syllabus

FÖ0513 Environmental Economics and Management, 15.0 Credits

Miljöekonomi och förvaltning

Subjects

Agricultural Science Business Administration

Education cycle

Master’s level

Advanced study in the main field

Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirements
Master’s level (A1N)

Grading scale

Language

English

Prior knowledge

Knowledge equivalent to 120 credits at first level, of which 90 credits in social sciences, 90 credits in natural sciences or 90 credits in technology, as well as English 6.

Objectives

The aim of the course is to give fundamental knowledge in economic models and tools as a basis for discussing and dealing with environmental issues relevant to agriculture and horticulture. The objective is to provide tools for systems analysis based on economic sustainability criteria.

On completion of the course, students will be able to:

• evaluate and discuss the possibilities and limitations of management in a market economy
• describe and explain the concepts of cost efficiency and welfare economics
• have an understanding of different environmental policy instruments
• compare different methods for valuation of the environment
• analyze differences in view between different actors on environmental problems
• describe and apply the basics of business management, sustainable management, sustainable entrepreneurship and green marketing.

Content

Subject-related content:

The course draws models from microeconomic theory but also from models of business administration and management via scientific literature, lectures, case studies, seminars and student assignments.

The following are included in the course:

• The cause of environmental problems and the limitations of markets
• Marginal theory and efficient use of resources
• Environmental policy versus voluntary activities; CSR, labelling and consumer action
• Value and evaluation of environmental goods; ecosystem services and dis-services
• Societal goals and conflicts between growth, trade and the environment
• Horticulture as a source of or solution to environmental problems
• Business management, sustainability management, sustainable entrepreneurship and green marketing

It is mandatory to participate in examinations, seminars and equivalents. Also guest lectures/excursions are compulsory if those are marked mandatory in the schedule.

Teaching formats:

To further student learning and promote discussion, a variety of methods are used:

• Assignments: Calculations and interpretations of environmental costs, and Cost-Benefit analysis
• Presentation: Critical review & presentation of one assigned scientific paper
• Paper Project: Students will collaboratively write a paper on a course-related topic, followed by an in-class presentation of their findings.

The course focuses on the following generic competencies:

• Oral communication
• Written communication
• Team work
• Scientific methods

The following course components are compulsory:

Attendance at examinations, seminars and the like is compulsory. Also some guest lectures or excursions are mandatory if specified in the schedule.

Grading form

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Formats and requirements for examination

The examination for the course will consist of project work presentations, exercises and a written examination. To obtain the course credits, approved participation in compulsory components, approved written examination, approved reports and approved oral presentations will be required.

• If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.

• The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.

• If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.

• For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Other information

• The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.

• If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Responsible department

Department of People and Society