2010-2011 University Catalog
Environmental Conflict Resolution and Collaboration Graduate Certificate
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Banner Code: CA-CERG-ECR
The Institute for Conflict Analysis and Resolution (ICAR) and the Department of Environmental Science and Policy (ESP) jointly offer a 15-credit Graduate Certificate in Environmental Conflict Resolution and Collaboration. This certificate is intended for mid-career professionals working in federal, state and local government as well as others whose positions involve negotiating environmental conflicts.
The Graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution and Collaboration focuses on a systems approach to environmental conflict to understand how it is embedded within formal legal, regulatory, and ecological systems as well as informal networks of governance. Coursework focuses on the strategic thinking that is required for assessing and designing appropriate ECR processes; as well as understanding the public interest and questions of social justice and sustainability that make environmental conflict particularly important and challenging.
Admissions Procedures and Requirements For admission, students must show graduation from a Bachelor’s program (or equivalent) and related work experience. Applicants to this graduate certificate program should hold a B.A. or B.S. degree in a discipline related to the certificate’s theme from an accredited university, with a minimum GPA of 3.00. Applicants must submit a completed Mason graduate application, along with official transcripts, resume, VA domicile classification form, and TOEFL scores if they are foreign nationals. GRE scores and letters of recommendation are not required, but will considerably strengthen an application, if available. Questions and application materials should be directed to the ICAR Graduate Admissions office. Depending on the background of the individual student, the certificate director may recommend remedial or preparatory courses tailored to student’s needs. Students may transfer no more than 3 credit hours into the certificate program with the approval of the academic director. |