ECG9150

Natural resources and environment ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: To be advised

Offered:
Not offered in 2005.

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 (2000 words): 40% + Case study (4000 words): 60%

Prerequisites: ECG9102, ECG9120