Course Overview
Water Resources Management (WRM) is the process of planning, developing, and managing water resources, in terms of both water quantity and quality, across all water uses. It includes the institutions, infrastructure, incentives, and information systems that support and guide water management. Effective and sustainable management of water resources can promote development. Integrated water resources management encompasses social, economic, and environmental development.
Course Content
- Introduction to water management
- Collaborative Water Planning
- Urban Water Design
- Water and Sanitation
- Catchment and Aquatic Ecosystem Health
- Geographical Information Systems (GIS)and Water Resources Mapping
- Community Water Development
- Climate Change and Water Resources
- Water and Sustainable Development
- Water and public Health
- Effects of Poor Sanitation and Waste Management
- Household Water collection, Treatment, storage and Handling
- Water Pollution
RESEARCH PAPER
Students will be required to choose a research topic and share it with the moderator. Upon agreement, learners will write a proposal and do corrections based on feedback. The students will then proceed with writing chapters three, four, and five of the paper. Guidelines will be provided on the format preferred by the institute.
FINAL EXAMINATION
Minimum Entry Requirements
Common regulations governing Post-Graduate Diplomas shall be applicable
The following shall be eligible for admission
- Holders of a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university
- Holders of an equivalent qualification from any other recognized institution
Practicum
- Candidates shall be expected to submit 10 Assignments (8 ASSIGNMENTS, 1 FINAL EXAM AND PROJECT PAPER)
DURATION: 12 Months
REGIONS TARGETED: Global
COURSE FEE: €1500
ORGANIZERS: GRI
LANGUAGE: English and French
FORMAT: Online Learning
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