7 classes matched your search criteria.

Fall 2024  |  PA 5722 Section 001: Economics of Environmental Policy (23106)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person
Enrollment Requirements:
Graduate Student
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/03/2024 - 12/11/2024
Mon, Wed 01:00PM - 02:15PM
UMTC, West Bank
Hubert H Humphrey Center 35
Enrollment Status:
Open (0 of 35 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Introduction to economic principles and methods as they apply to environmental issues such as climate change, biodiversity conservation, and water quality. Course will cover benefit-cost analysis, methods of environmental valuation, as well as critiques of market-based solutions to environmental challenges.
Class Description:
Student may contact the instructor or department for information.
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/23106/1249

Fall 2023  |  PA 5722 Section 001: Economics of Environmental Policy (23369)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person
Enrollment Requirements:
Graduate Student
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/05/2023 - 12/13/2023
Mon, Wed 01:00PM - 02:15PM
UMTC, West Bank
Hubert H Humphrey Center 15
Enrollment Status:
Open (32 of 35 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Introduction to economic principles and methods as they apply to environmental issues such as climate change, biodiversity conservation, and water quality. Course will cover benefit-cost analysis, methods of environmental valuation, as well as critiques of market-based solutions to environmental challenges.
Class Notes:
This course will be taught by Daniel Scholten. http://classinfo.umn.edu/?+PA5722+Fall2023
Class Description:
Student may contact the instructor or department for information.
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/23369/1239

Fall 2022  |  PA 5722 Section 001: Economics of Environmental Policy (23833)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person
Enrollment Requirements:
Graduate Student
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/06/2022 - 12/14/2022
Mon, Wed 02:30PM - 03:45PM
UMTC, West Bank
Blegen Hall 155
Enrollment Status:
Open (34 of 35 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Introduction to economic principles and methods as they apply to environmental issues such as climate change, biodiversity conservation, and water quality. Course will cover benefit-cost analysis, methods of environmental valuation, as well as critiques of market-based solutions to environmental challenges.
Class Notes:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/?keeler+PA5722+Fall2022
Class Description:
This course will introduce students to core concepts in economics that underlie policy and decision-making related to the environment and conservation. These include cost-benefit assessment, valuation of non-market goods and services, the role of the market and the state in addressing externalities, and decision tools commonly used in negotiating the tradeoffs that are inevitable in managing scarce resources. The course will explore and debate real-world applications of economic principles, as well as critiques of key assumptions in economic models and frontiers in behavioral economics, ecological economics, and issues of power, justice, and equity.
Who Should Take This Class?:
The course is open to any student, regardless of previous experience in economics. The focus of the course is on conceptual applications of economic theory to environmental policy and management. Assignments include review and critique of cost benefit assessments, position papers, and presentation and application of core concepts to contemporary environmental problems.
Grading:
student choice
Class Format:
In person, on campus
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/23833/1229
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/keel0041_PA5722_Fall2021.docx (Fall 2021)
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/keel0041_PA5722_Fall2020.pdf (Fall 2020)
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/keel0041_PA5722_Spring2020.pdf (Spring 2020)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
8 April 2021

Fall 2021  |  PA 5722 Section 001: Economics of Environmental Policy (34104)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Enrollment Requirements:
Graduate Student
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/07/2021 - 12/15/2021
Mon, Wed 02:30PM - 03:45PM
UMTC, West Bank
Blegen Hall 120
Enrollment Status:
Open (38 of 40 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Introduction to economic principles and methods as they apply to environmental issues such as climate change, biodiversity conservation, and water quality. Course will cover benefit-cost analysis, methods of environmental valuation, as well as critiques of market-based solutions to environmental challenges.
Class Notes:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/?keeler+PA5722+Fall2021
Class Description:
This course will introduce students to core concepts in economics that underlie policy and decision-making related to the environment and conservation. These include cost-benefit assessment, valuation of non-market goods and services, the role of the market and the state in addressing externalities, and decision tools commonly used in negotiating the tradeoffs that are inevitable in managing scarce resources. The course will explore and debate real-world applications of economic principles, as well as critiques of key assumptions in economic models and frontiers in behavioral economics, ecological economics, and issues of power, justice, and equity.
Who Should Take This Class?:
The course is open to any student, regardless of previous experience in economics. The focus of the course is on conceptual applications of economic theory to environmental policy and management. Assignments include review and critique of cost benefit assessments, position papers, and presentation and application of core concepts to contemporary environmental problems.
Grading:
student choice
Class Format:
In person, on campus
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/34104/1219
Syllabus:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/keel0041_PA5722_Fall2021.docx
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/keel0041_PA5722_Fall2020.pdf (Fall 2020)
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/keel0041_PA5722_Spring2020.pdf (Spring 2020)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
8 April 2021

Fall 2020  |  PA 5722 Section 001: Economics of Natural Resource and Environmental Policy (33462)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
Partially Online
Enrollment Requirements:
Graduate Student
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/08/2020 - 12/16/2020
Mon 04:00PM - 05:15PM
UMTC, West Bank
West Bank Skyway AUDITORIUM
 
09/08/2020 - 12/16/2020
Wed 04:00PM - 05:15PM
UMTC, West Bank
UMN ONLINE-HYB
Enrollment Status:
Open (28 of 35 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Public policy associated with natural resource use and environmental protection. Develops/applies economic concepts/methodologies/policy mechanisms. Principles of environmental/resource economics. Issues related to renewable/nonrenewable resources and environmental pollution. Focuses on scientific/political aspects of policy. prereq: [Intermediate microeconomics, intermediate policy analysis, grad student] or instr consent
Class Notes:
Content will be available online asynchronously. Students MUST attend either an in-person (Monday, 4:00-5:15) or online (Wednesday, 4:00-5:15) discussion section depending on their preference week by week. http://classinfo.umn.edu/?keeler+PA5722+Fall2021
Class Description:
This course will introduce students to core concepts in economics that underlie policy and decision-making related to the environment and conservation. These include cost-benefit assessment, valuation of non-market goods and services, the role of the market and the state in addressing externalities, and decision tools commonly used in negotiating the tradeoffs that are inevitable in managing scarce resources. The course will explore and debate real-world applications of economic principles, as well as critiques of key assumptions in economic models and frontiers in behavioral economics, ecological economics, and issues of power, justice, and equity.
Who Should Take This Class?:
The course is open to any student, regardless of previous experience in economics. The focus of the course is on conceptual applications of economic theory to environmental policy and management. Assignments include review and critique of cost benefit assessments, position papers, and presentation and application of core concepts to contemporary environmental problems.
Grading:
student choice
Class Format:
Lecture materials will be available online asynchronously - students can move through the materials at their own pace and schedule. Discussion sections will be offered either in-person or synchronously online during designated class times. Students can chose to participate in discussions in-person or remotely. Students will be assigned to a discussion slot based on schedules and preference.
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/33462/1209
Syllabus:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/keel0041_PA5722_Fall2020.pdf
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/keel0041_PA5722_Fall2021.docx (Fall 2021)
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/keel0041_PA5722_Spring2020.pdf (Spring 2020)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
3 July 2020

Spring 2020  |  PA 5722 Section 001: Economics of Natural Resource and Environmental Policy (57623)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/21/2020 - 05/04/2020
Mon, Wed 02:30PM - 03:45PM
UMTC, West Bank
Hubert H Humphrey Center 35
Enrollment Status:
Open (22 of 30 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Public policy associated with natural resource use and environmental protection. Develops/applies economic concepts/methodologies/policy mechanisms. Principles of environmental/resource economics. Issues related to renewable/nonrenewable resources and environmental pollution. Focuses on scientific/political aspects of policy. prereq: [Intermediate microeconomics, intermediate policy analysis, grad student] or instr consent
Class Notes:
MPP requires 3 or more credits from 5022, 5431, 5503, 5521, 5722, or 5805. http://classinfo.umn.edu/?keeler+PA5722+Spring2020
Class Description:
This course will introduce students to core concepts in economics that underlie policy and decision-making related to environmental policy, conservation, and natural resource management. These include cost-benefit assessment, valuation of non-market goods and services, the role of the market and the state in addressing externalities, and decision tools commonly used in negotiating the tradeoffs that are inevitable in managing scarce resources. The course will explore and debate real-world applications of economic principles, as well as critiques of key assumptions in economic models and frontiers in behavioral economics, ecological economics, and issues of power, justice, and equity.
Who Should Take This Class?:
The course is open to any student, regardless of previous experience in economics, although some familiarity with microeconomic principles or methods is recommended. The course will focus on key concepts and applications of economic theory to environmental policy and management and will not substitute for quantitative methods courses in economics offered in other departments.
Grading:
student choice
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/57623/1203
Syllabus:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/keel0041_PA5722_Spring2020.pdf
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/keel0041_PA5722_Fall2021.docx (Fall 2021)
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/keel0041_PA5722_Fall2020.pdf (Fall 2020)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
26 November 2018

Spring 2019  |  PA 5722 Section 001: Economics of Natural Resource and Environmental Policy (66654)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/22/2019 - 05/06/2019
Mon, Wed 02:30PM - 03:45PM
UMTC, West Bank
Blegen Hall 120
Enrollment Status:
Closed (35 of 35 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Public policy associated with natural resource use and environmental protection. Develops/applies economic concepts/methodologies/policy mechanisms. Principles of environmental/resource economics. Issues related to renewable/nonrenewable resources and environmental pollution. Focuses on scientific/political aspects of policy. prereq: [Intermediate microeconomics, intermediate policy analysis, grad student] or instr consent
Class Notes:
MPP requires 3 or more credits from 5022, 5431, 5503, 5521, 5722, or 5805. http://classinfo.umn.edu/?keeler+PA5722+Spring2019
Class Description:
This course will introduce students to core concepts in economics that underlie policy and decision-making related to environmental policy, conservation, and natural resource management. These include cost-benefit assessment, valuation of non-market goods and services, the role of the market and the state in addressing externalities, and decision tools commonly used in negotiating the tradeoffs that are inevitable in managing scarce resources. The course will explore and debate real-world applications of economic principles, as well as critiques of key assumptions in economic models and frontiers in behavioral economics, ecological economics, and issues of power, justice, and equity.
Who Should Take This Class?:
The course is open to any student, regardless of previous experience in economics, although some familiarity with microeconomic principles or methods is recommended. The course will focus on key concepts and applications of economic theory to environmental policy and management and will not substitute for quantitative methods courses in economics offered in other departments.
Grading:
student choice
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/66654/1193
Past Syllabi:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/keel0041_PA5722_Fall2021.docx (Fall 2021)
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/keel0041_PA5722_Fall2020.pdf (Fall 2020)
http://classinfo.umn.edu/syllabi/keel0041_PA5722_Spring2020.pdf (Spring 2020)
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
26 November 2018

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