Academic Program Proposal
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Date Proposal Activated | Institution and Proposal | Degree Awarded | Academic Program Name | Objections Received | Objection Deadline | MHEC Final Action | Final Decision Date |
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12/9/2015 | Morgan State University Proposal | PBC | Sustainable Urban Communities | | 2/7/2016 | Approved | 2/19/2016 |
Sustainable Urban Communities Program Description |
The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate (P.B.C.) in Sustainable Urban Communities proposes to develop students who (1) understand the complexity of sustainability in cities and urban communities; (2) Comprehend the interrelationships between public policy, social and cultural aspects of community, natural environment and systems, infrastructure, public health and economics in sustainable urban communities; (3) Recognize the place of individual communities within the context of the larger urban environment or city as a key component to regional ecological sustainability; and (4) Are competent in the application of acquired knowledge in solving complex urban problems. The program targets professionals who influence, create, or provide the policies, services, designs, and structure for healthy, vibrant and sustainable urban communities. |