Ocean and Coastal Zone Management

Core Course 11 - MBA DMSC Program

Sustainable Fisheries
Pollution Control & Conservation
Coastal Development Policies
Climate Change Impacts
Blue Economy Applications
Case Studies

This course explores the sustainable management of ocean and coastal resources. It covers marine ecosystems, sustainable fishing, coastal development, pollution management, and the impacts of climate change. Students learn how to balance economic growth with conservation goals, especially in maritime operations and port development.

Duration:8 weeks

Credits:6 credits

Level:Graduate

Format:Online

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Why This Course is Essential?

Blue Economy

Explore opportunities in the growing blue economy sector while maintaining environmental sustainability.

Environmental Stewardship

Learn to balance economic development with environmental conservation in coastal and marine areas.

Climate Resilience

Understand climate change impacts on coastal areas and develop adaptation strategies for maritime operations.

Who Should Take This Course?

1. Environmental Managers in Maritime Industries

Professionals responsible for environmental compliance and sustainability in shipping and port operations.

2. Coastal Planners and Urban Developers

Urban planners and developers working on coastal infrastructure and port development projects.

3. Fisheries Professionals and Aquaculture Managers

Individuals involved in fisheries management, aquaculture, and marine resource conservation.

4. Policy Makers and Government Officials

Government officials and policy makers involved in coastal and marine resource governance.

Hours of Content

Modules

Case Studies

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Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction

Coastal & Ocean Resources – Importance of coastal and ocean zones.
Economic Value – How maritime economies rely on ocean resources.

Module 2: Marine Ecosystems

Coral Reefs & Mangroves – Critical ecosystems for biodiversity.
Marine Protected Areas – Conservation strategies.

Module 3: Pollution Control

Marine Pollution – Oil spills, plastics, and chemical waste.
Port Sustainability – Green port initiatives.

Module 4: Fisheries

Sustainable Fishing – Avoiding overfishing and stock depletion.
Aquaculture – Balancing farming and wild fisheries.

Module 5: Coastal Development

Infrastructure Development – Balancing growth with ecological impact.
Tourism & Ports – Impacts of coastal tourism and port projects.

Module 6: Climate Change

Rising Sea Levels – Threats to ports and coastal cities.
Adaptation Strategies – How maritime industries are responding.

Module 7: Policy & Governance

National Coastal Policies – India’s coastal regulation framework.
International Agreements – UNCLOS and sustainability commitments.

Module 8: Case Studies

Cochin Port – Balancing port development with conservation.
Singapore – Sustainable urban coastal planning.

Course Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will have gained comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in the subject area.

What You'll Master:

Core concepts and theoretical foundations
Practical applications and case studies
Industry best practices and methodologies
Problem-solving and analytical skills

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This Course is Part of the MBA DMSC Program

This course is one of 20 core courses in the MBA in Digital Maritime & Supply Chain Management program at IIT Madras. To take this course, you need to enroll in the complete MBA DMSC program.

Complete Curriculum

20 core courses + 12 electives designed by IIT Madras faculty

IIT Madras Degree

Earn a prestigious MBA degree from India's premier technical institute

Industry Ready

Practical skills and knowledge for maritime and supply chain leadership

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