ANT 553 - Institutions and the Management of Common Pool Resources

Focuses on the various social science theories concerning the generation of institutions and rules including action theory, the IAD approach (Institutional Analysis and Development), rational choice theory and topics from political economy. Emphasis will be placed on the development of institutions governing the use of fisheries with some discussion of the management of other common pool resources such as forests, rangeland, air and petroleum reserves. (SMS 553 and ANT 553 are identical.)

Prerequisites: senior or graduate standing or permission.

Course Typically Offered: Variable

Credits: 3