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Introduction to Environmental Policy & Management

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
5/27/25 - 8/21/25
TBA		 Online 3 $1431 (guest students)
$1623 (current students)
Date
5/27/25 - 8/21/25
Time
TBA
Location
Online
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$1431 (guest students)
$1623 (current students)

Description

The inherent link between human activity and environmental impact highlights the importance of the social sciences in the examination of environmental systems, management and policy. This course introduces students to concepts and assessment methods vital to an understanding of environmental policy and management issues. Topics include environmental values and equity; resource allocation; environmental policy and politics; population dynamics; sustainable development; species and ecosystem-based management; habitat and food source protection; pollution management; and, land use. In-class activities and assignments will focus on three general education skills: critical thinking, critical reading and analysis, and effective communication.

Registration Opens March 3

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Course Details

Session

Summer Session 3, 13 weeks

Class Dates

5/27/2025 - 8/21/2025

Location

Online

General Ed Requirements

Social & Behavioral Sciences

Enrolled / Capacity

0 / 35

Status

Closed

Instructor

Vijaya Jyoti

Tuition*

$1431 (guest students)
$1623 (current students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

Tuition Details