This Guide identifies the many resources that the MSU Library has to support in the research of forest carbon science and it's many aspects. Many items, such as databases, journal articles and ebooks, are subscription products that are only accessible to MSU enrolled students. Most of these will be identified with an IP icon. Other items that are publicly accessible (a.k.a. open access) are also included in the guide, and are often identified by a globe icon.
The Online Graduate Certificate in Forest Carbon Science, Policy, and Management offers participants the interdisciplinary tools and conceptual background to plan, implement, manage and evaluate forestry-based, climate-change mitigation projects. The Certificate program gives participants an edge in competing for employment in carbon mitigation projects of corporations, governments, and non-governmental organizations. Each of the four courses required to complete the certificate are now available online so participants can complete their training from anywhere in the world with an internet connection.
The program teaches participants how forest management actions affect forest carbon balance, the ins and outs of forest carbon markets, the social context of managing forests for carbon sequestration, and the tools for measuring, monitoring, and accounting for forest carbon – including satellite imagery, remote sensing, and integrated carbon sequestration models.
The program is open to a wide range of participants, including students with a bachelor’s degree who are not enrolled in an M.S. or Ph.D. program, as well as current M.S. and Ph.D. students at MSU and other universities. To be considered for admission into the Graduate Certificate in Forest Carbon Science, Policy, and Management program, applicants should have completed a bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, environmental sciences, or a related field. The program is open to students in any environment-related graduate program at MSU.
Given the need to integrate sustainability and climate change mitigation across all economic sectors, the program will consider applicants from all backgrounds, including those involved in business, law, forestry, natural resources, environmental consulting, and government. Participants without experience in forestry or a related field may need to supplement the certificate courses with independent study or additional coursework. The certification will appear on transcripts of MSU Graduate Students. Participants not enrolled in an MSU graduate degree program will receive an MSU Certificate.
For more information on the program and it's requirements, visit the website: Graduate Certificate in Forest Carbon Science, Policy, and Management
