BUS 411 - Economics of Sustainability: Theory And Practice

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Marylhurst University

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Description:

This course focuses on economic concepts and theories for analyzing sustainable development and practices for business, government and nonprofit organizations. Learn how economics is irrevocably linked to the natural environment and our social institutions. Study market and non-market values for environmental and social services, approaches to measure national progress toward sustainable development, causes and potential solutions to environmental and social degradation, roles of the business, government and nonprofit sectors in fostering sustainability, and the emerging field of ecological economics. Prerequisite: BUS 310 or permission of the Chair. 3 crs.

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.marylhurst.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 636-8141

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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