ECW3150

Natural resources and environment (6 points)

(BUS)

Leader: Ms Carol Jeffs

Offered:
Gippsland First semester 2003 (Day)
Gippsland First semester 2003 (OCL)
Perth First semester 2003 (Day)
Berwick First semester 2004 (Day)
Gippsland First semester 2004 (OCL)
Perth First semester 2004 (Day)

Synopsis: Economic systems and environmental problems. Suitability of the market system to deal with environmental problems. The need for government intervention. Microeconomic principles and decision making in the management of privately and publicly owned renewable and non-renewable natural resources. International, national and regional policies addressing natural resources and environment.

Assessment: Essay work of approximately 4000 words: 60% + Examination (2 hours): 40 %

Contact Hours: 3 class hours per week

Prerequisites: ECW1102, ECW2120, or equivalent