Students will develop an understanding of the complexities of
international aspects of natural resource management.  This 
course will serve to integrate technical aspects of natural 
resource management by approaching problems using cross-
discipline perspectives.  Students will be expected to synthesize
the latest literature and current events into the context of 
major conservation issues.  In addition, students will be 
expected to develop at least a basic understanding of cultural
sensitivities when dealing with these issues.  It is expected
that this course will have broad appeal to students in natural
resources as well as students from other disciplines seeking a 
global perspective.  Students will be evaluated using a variety
of measures including examinations, individual and team projects,
and written assignments on pertinent topics.

1.  Introduction to International Issues in Natural Resource
Conservation
2.  Perspectives on natural resources 
3.  Globalization of natural resource use and management
4.  Players in international conservation
    * Government entities
    * Non government organizations
    * Private foundations
    * Industry
5.  Policies and their effects on the ground
6.  Endangered species
7.  The continuum of conservation
8.  Sustainability
9.  Case studies addressing population growth, desertification, 
local resource use, land use change, access to natural resources,
international policy implications for local populations, benefits
of conservation, and site specific issues.
    * Africa 
    * Europe
    * Asia
    * South America
10.  Overview of International Conservation

Students are expected to read, understand, and follow the UGA 
Student Honor Code.