Course about Regional and Community Economies
A course in regional and community economies started last week at UW.
This course discusses challenges and solutions for rural and remote communities in a globalized economy. Strategies for economic diversification and resilience building will be presented. Different economic systems and the role of governing bodies and institutions, as well as economic tools and policies will be covered in this course. The course builds on classic economic theories as well as innovative concepts. This course combines theoretical elements and practical examples for sustainable economic development.
The course instructor is Dr. Josefina Syssner. Josefina is a researcher and professor of human geography working at the Centre for Local Government Studies at Linköping University. Her research focuses mainly on local policy, planning, and development in the Nordic countries – primarily in areas with long distances, shrinking population bases, and other spatial disadvantages.
More information about the course can be found here.
All master's courses taught at UW are open to guest students, exchange students, and people from the world of work. The courses are part of our two international multidisciplinary master's programs, Coastal and Marine Management and Coastal Communities and Regional Development. The courses are modular, taught in English, hands-on and many of them include field trips and company visits. Check out the UW course catalogue to find out more.