Environmental Adaptive Management

This module introduces the concept of co-production in environmental management using the Chesapeake Bay as a primary case study. Students learn about the roles and responsibilities of rights holders, duty bearers, and facilitators in collaborative environmental projects. The module covers the benefits of open innovation in environmental problem-solving, challenges of co-production, the role of change agents, and various approaches and frameworks for successful collaboration.

Skills you'll gain

This module focuses on strategic doing as a methodology for environmental project management. Students learn the fundamentals of strategic doing, including the shift from traditional hierarchical leadership to modern leadership approaches. The module covers the transition from teamwork to network-based collaboration and emphasizes the critical role of trust in building effective partnerships for complex environmental initiatives.

Skills you'll gain

This module develops essential agile leadership skills through the TEAM framework. Students learn to Talk effectively with stakeholders, Envision collaborative outcomes, Analyze complex environmental situations, and Motivate diverse teams. The module provides practical tools and techniques for leading distributed teams in environmental projects while maintaining engagement and driving sustainable outcomes.

Skills you'll gain

This module provides an in-depth case study analysis of the Chesapeake Bay watershed restoration and fisheries management project. Students examine real-world applications of co-production through case introduction, outreach strategies, collaboration techniques, and co-production outcomes. The module demonstrates how adaptive management principles are applied in practice to address complex environmental challenges and achieve sustainable results.

Skills you'll gain