Gent, Belgium

Introduction to the Circular Economy, Economics and Management of Natural Resources

Resource supply risk can be turned into economic opportunities. Students will learn basic knowledge about economics and management of eploitation of natural resources. This is necessary, because the optimal use of natural resources is based on economic principles. Furthermore the positive and negative externalities of natural resource use are analysed. and adapted to rural development and environmental policies. All priniciples are demonstrated by case studies and exercises.

Course leader

Prof. Dr. Ir. Stijn Speelman

Target group

Master students & PhD students

Fee info

EUR 150: enrolment