In this era of
increasing environmental awareness and sustainable development goals, the
concept of the blue economy has emerged as a beacon of hope for our oceans and coastal
regions. This MOOC is designed to be your compass, guiding you through the vast
opportunities and challenges present in the blue economy landscape. The blue
economy encompasses a wide array of sectors, including fisheries, aquaculture,
maritime transportation, renewable energy, marine biotechnology, and eco-tourism,
among others. Through innovative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit, the
individuals and organizations are harnessing the potential of these sectors to
create economic value while safeguarding our precious marine resources.
Throughout this course, you will embark on a journey of discovery, exploring
the principles, strategies, and best practices of blue economy
entrepreneurship. Whether you're a teacher, student, researcher, aspiring
entrepreneur, a business professional seeking to diversify, or a policymaker
shaping the future of coastal communities, this course offers insights and
tools to help you thrive in the blue economy ecosystem. Our expert instructors
will lead you through engaging lectures, case studies, and interactive
discussions, providing you with practical knowledge and actionable insights. By
the end of this course, you will not only understand the fundamentals of blue
economy entrepreneurship but also be equipped with the skills and confidence to
pursue opportunities and make a positive impact in this dynamic field.
| Course Status : | Completed |
| Course Type : | Core |
| Language for course content : | English |
| Duration : | 12 weeks |
| Category : |
|
| Credit Points : | 3 |
| Level : | Continuing Education |
| Start Date : | 15 Jul 2024 |
| End Date : | 31 Oct 2024 |
| Enrollment Ends : | 31 Aug 2024 |
| Exam Date : | 14 Dec 2024 IST |
| Exam Shift : | Shift-1 |
Note: This exam date is subject to change based on seat availability. You can check final exam date on your hall ticket.
|
swayam@nitttrc.edu.in, swayam@nitttrc.ac.in
Week
1: Introduction to Blue Economy Entrepreneurship
Week
2: Sustainable Development Goals and the Blue Economy
Week
3: Policy and Regulatory Frameworks in the Blue Economy
Week
4: Marine Conservation and Sustainable Practices
Week
5: Innovation and Technology in Blue Economy Entrepreneurship
Week
6: Financing Blue Economy Ventures
Week
7: Market Analysis and Business Models in the Blue Economy
Week
8: Sustainable Supply Chains and Value Addition
Week
9: Risk Management and Resilience
Week
10: Community Engagement and Social Impact
Week
11: Entrepreneurial Leadership and Management Skills
Week 12: Future Trends and Opportunities in the Blue Economy
1.
Hawken, P. (2010). The
Ecology of Commerce: A Declaration of Sustainability (Revised Edition). Harper
Business.
2.
Wackernagel, M., &
Rees, W. (1996). Our Ecological Footprint: Reducing Human Impact on the Earth.
New Society Publishers.
3.
Pauli, G. A. (2010).
The Blue Economy: 10 Years, 100 Innovations, 100 Million Jobs. Paradigm
Publications.
4.
Doppelt, B. (2017).
Transformational Resilience: How Building Human Resilience to Climate
Disruption Can Safeguard Society and Increase Wellbeing. Greenleaf Publishing.
5.
Steffen, W., Broadgate,
W., Deutsch, L., Gaffney, O., & Ludwig, C. (2015). The Trajectory of the
Anthropocene: The Great Acceleration. The Anthropocene Review, 2(1), 81–98.
6.
Polimeni, J. M.,
Mayumi, K., Giampietro, M., & Alcott, B. (2008). The Jevons Paradox and the
Myth of Resource Efficiency Improvements. Earthscan.
Dr.
M. Anil Kumar works as an Associate Professor in the Centre for
Rural and Entrepreneurship Development at NITTTR, Chennai. Prior joining
NITTTR, he was a Senior Scientist at CSIR-Central Salt & Marine Chemicals
Research Institute (CSMCRI), Bhavnagar and Honorary Assistant Professor at
Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, Ghaziabad from 2015 to 2023. He
has also served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biotechnology,
Madha Engineering College, Chennai from 2012 to 2014. He holds an undergraduate
degree in B.Tech., Biotechnology and specialization in M. Tech., Environmental
Science & Technology and Ph.D., Technology from Anna University, Chennai
(India).
He
is an Environmental Engineer with more than 12 years’ experience in diverse
sectors; LNG terminals, ship breaking yards, ports, and harbours. He was a
recognized EIA coordinator for Common Effluent Treatment Plants (CETPs) as well
as functional area expert of Water Pollution Monitoring & Pollution
Control; Solid and Hazardous Waste Management by NABET; an apex body under
Quality Council of India. He has gained expertise in core functional areas like
marine ecosystem, water pollution, industrial waste management, risk &
hazard management, impact mapping, mitigation, and preparation of environmental
management plan. As an investigator/consultant/team member, he had been
associated in more than 25 sponsored research/consultancy projects. He is a
trained biotechnologist and has working experience in strain improvement,
bioprocessing, downstream processing of enzymes and microbial metabolites.
He
is currently working in the mandate of Centre for Rural and Entrepreneurship
Development at NITTTR Chennai and taking care of SWAYAM and research activities
of NITTTR Chennai.
He
has actively involved in HRD management through Jigyasa Programme; a visionary
programme of our Honourable Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi during
2016-2023. He is an active advisory committee member/examiner for doctoral
scholars registered in AcSIR, NIT, Anna University, Bharathiar University, SRM
University, and Bharathidasan University.
To
his credit, he has authored more than 65 publications in SCI/Scopus/UGC listed
journals and contributed 15 chapters in books published by International
Publishers. His research areas include Environmental Management,
Bioremediation, Nanomaterials, Biomass Valorization, Method Development &
Process Design. He has co-supervised 01 doctoral scholar, supervised more than
20 UG/PG dissertations, and delivered many invited talks at different forums.
He is an active member in many professional bodies and an invited anonymous
reviewer in many International/National journals of repute. He is also an
editor in the Journal of Hazardous Materials Advances, Elsevier.
"The SWAYAM Course Enrolment and
learning is free. However, to obtain a certificate, the learner must register
and take the proctored exam in person at one of the designated exam centres.
The registration URL will be announced by NTA once the registration form
becomes available. To receive the certification, you need to complete the
online registration form and pay the examination fee. Additional details,
including any updates, will be provided upon the publication of the exam
registration form. For more information about the exam locations and the terms
associated with completing the form, please refer to the form itself."
Grading Policy:
- Internal Assignment Score: This
accounts for 30% of the final grade and is calculated based on the average of
the best three assignments out of all the assignments given in the course.
- Final Proctored Exam Score: This makes
up 70% of the final grade and is derived from the proctored exam score out of
100.
- Final Score: The final score is the
sum of the average assignment score and the exam score.
Eligibility for Certification:
- To qualify for a certificate, you must
achieve an average assignment score of at least 10 out of 30, and an exam score
of at least 30 out of 70. If one of the 2 criteria is not met, you will not get
the certificate even if the Final score >=40/100.
Certificate Details:
- The certificate will include your
name, photograph, roll number, and the percentage score from the final exam. It
will also feature the logos of the Ministry of Education, SWAYAM, and NITTTR.
- Certificate Format: Only electronic
certificates (e-certificates) will be issued; hard copies will not be
dispatched.
Once again, thanks for your interest in
our online courses and certification. Happy Learning.
*********
DOWNLOAD APP
FOLLOW US