About this course

This course explores the principles, theories, and frameworks that underpin sustainable natural resource management, with a focus on collaborative approaches between communities, governments, and stakeholders. Through real-world case studies, learners will critically examine policies, governance models, and management practices, applying these insights to the local context. The course equips participants with a clear understanding of natural resources and knowledge and tools to address environmental challenges, balance competing interests, and foster equitable, sustainable resource use.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to comprehend how international, regional and local levels practices have an impact on sustainable natural resource management and the important roles of different stakeholders in the process

Total Modules

• Introduction to Natural Resource Management (NRM)
• Principles and Components of NRM
• Environmental Principles
• Sustainable Development and NRM
• Indigenous people’s rights and roles in NRM
• Collaborative Environmental Management at International Level
• Collaborative Environmental Management at Regional Level
• Collaborative Environmental Management at National and Local Level
  

Total Exercises

8 lessons

Course duration

36 hrs

Course Type

Hybrid