Do not miss the opportunity to study this Postgraduate diploma in Biodiversity Conservation with us It's the perfect opportunity to stand out and advance your career”

Unlike other training programs, the Postgraduate diploma in Biodiversity Conservation approaches wildlife management from an interdisciplinary point of view.

The numerous conventions on Biodiversity Conservation, agreed at the international level since the 1980s, have become the best tool in the fight against the loss of species diversity, and have served as a common link between the effort and commitment of different countries in the appreciation of natural heritage.

This consolidation of efforts and adoption of common international action policies has been shaping the current regulatory framework which, from its origins to the present, has grown to guarantee the main lines of action in this area are regulated.

Wildlife management covers a wide spectrum of lines of research and action, in addition to the study of health surveillance and disease control, which is usually the general line of study in similar programs. However, in the future, veterinary professionals will have to face other lines of work in biodiversity conservation, which are also extensively discussed throughout the syllabus.

Nowadays, it is difficult to find a program like this one, which provides students with specialized education in the use of the most common software in daily practice. Today there are many computer tools available that are considered necessary and that facilitate and increase the level of quality of work.

Species biology is not only based on theoretical knowledge, but also on spatial and geolocalized data. The only way to understand and visualize how species are distributed is by using Geographic Information Systems to represent and model the data.

This complete training program is designed by professors with the highest recognized degree of specialization, thus guaranteeing its quality in all aspects in wildlife, both clinical and scientific. A unique opportunity to specialize in an area where professional positions are in high demand, from the hands of outstanding professionals.

Train with us and learn the concepts associated with wildlife populations and the processes and interactions that take place”

This Postgraduate diploma in Biodiversity Conservation contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• Case studies presented by experts in Wildlife
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional development
• New developments in Wildlife Management
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in Wildlife Management
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection work
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This Biodiversity Conservation is the best investment you can make in selecting an up-to-date program in Postgraduate diploma”

It includes, in its Teaching staff, Professionals belonging to the veterinary field, who pour into this training the experience of their work, in addition to recognized Specialists from Reference Societies and Prestigious Universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive specialization programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the specialist must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this, the professional will have the help of an innovative, interactive video system made by recognized and experienced experts in Wildlife. 

This program comes with the best educational material, providing you with a contextual approach that will facilitate your learning"

This 100% online Postgraduate diploma will allow you to combine your studies with your professional work while expanding your knowledge in this field"

The content has been structured and designed by leading professionals in Postgraduate diploma, who have extensive experience and recognized prestige in the profession, backed by the volume of cases reviewed, studied, and diagnosed, and who have extensive knowledge of new technologies applied to veterinary medicine.

We have the most complete and up-to-date academic program in the market. We strive for excellence and for you to achieve it too" 

Module 1. Fundamentals of Ecology

1.1.General Ecology I

1.1.1.Reproduction Strategies
1.1.2.Biological Indicators

1.1.2.1. Productivity
1.1.2.2. Sex Ratio
1.1.2.3. Flight Rate
1.1.2.4. Operational Birth Rate
1.1.2.5. Reproductive Success

1.2.General Ecology II

1.2.1.Birth Rate and Mortality
1.2.2.Growth
1.2.3.Density and Assessment

1.3. Population Ecology

1.3.1. Gregariousness and Territorialism
1.3.2. Feeding Area
1.3.3. Activity Patterns
1.3.4. Age Structure
1.3.5. Predation
1.3.6. Animal Nutrition
1.3.7. Extinction: Critical Periods

1.4. Biodiversity Conservation

1.4.1. Life Cycle Critical Periods
1.4.2. International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Categories
1.4.3. Conservation Indicators
1.4.4.Vulnerability to Extinction

1.5. Surrogate Species I

1.5.1. Keystone Species

1.5.1.1. Description
1.5.1.2. Real Examples

1.5.2. Umbrella Species

1.5.2.1. Description
1.5.2.2. Real Examples

1.6. Surrogate Species II

1.6.1. Flagship Species) 

1.6.1.1. Description 
1.6.1.2. Real Examples 

1.6.2. Indicator Species 

1.6.2.1. Biodiversity Status 
1.6.2.2. Habitat Status 
1.6.2.3. Population Status 

1.7.Plant Ecology

1.7.1. Plant Successions 
1.7.2. Animal-Plant Interaction 
1.7.3. Biogeography 

1.8.Ecosystems

1.8.1. Factors 

1.9. Biological Systems and Communities

1.9.1. Community 
1.9.2. Biomass

1.10. Energy Flows

1.10.1. Nutrient Cycles 

Module 2. Regulatory Bases in Species Conservation 

2.1. Convention on Biological Diversity

2.1.1. Mission and Objectives
2.1.2. Strategic Plan for Biological Diversity

2.2. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora

2.2.1. Structure and Objectives
2.2.2. Appendices I, II and III

2.3. Ramsar Convention

2.3.1. Structure and Objectives
2.3.2. Designation of Ramsar Sites

2.4. Other International Conventions

2.4.1. United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification 
2.4.2. Bonn Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species 
2.4.3. OSPAR Convention 

2.5. Berna Convention

2.5.1. Structure and Objectives 

2.6. South America: National Strategies for Biodiversity

2.6.1. Mission and Objectives 
2.6.2. Main Lines of Action 

Module 3. Wildlife Management 

3.1. Management of Protected Natural Areas

3.1.1. Introduction 
3.1.2. Restrictions 

3.2. Management of Endangered Species Conservation

3.2.1. Action Plans 
3.2.2. Recovery Plans 

3.3. Natura 2000 Management 

3.3.1. Indicators 
3.3.2. Actions 

3.4. Forest Management

3.4.1.Forest Planning
3.4.2.Management Projects 
3.4.3. Main Overlap between Forestry Management and Species Conservation 

3.5. On-Site Management 

3.5.1. Actions on the Habitat 
3.5.2.Actions on Prey and Predators 
3.5.3. Actions on Diet 

3.6. Off-Site Management

3.6.1. Captive Breeding 
3.6.2. Reintroductions 
3.6.3. Translocations 
3.6.4. Recovery Centers 

3.7. Invasive Alien Species (IAS) Management 

3.7.1. Strategies and Plans 

3.8. Management Tools: Access to Information

3.8.1. Data Sources 

3.9. Management Tools: Strategies

3.9.1. Main Lines 
3.9.2. Strategies against the Main Threats 

Module 4. Wildlife Census

4.1. Introduction to Observation Methods

4.1.1. Direct Observation 
4.1.2. Signs 

4.1.2.1. Direct Signs 
4.1.2.2. Indirect Signs 

4.1.3. Electric Fishing 

4.2. Indirect Signs: Natural Signs I 

4.2.1. Natural Signs 

4.2.1.1. Tracks 
4.2.1.2. Paths and Steps 
4.2.1.3. Droppings and Pellets 

4.3. Indirect Signs: Natural Signs II

4.3.1.Sleeping Sites, Beds and Burrows 
4.3.2. Territorial Markings 
4.3.3. Moults, Hairs, Feathers and Other Remains 

4.4. Indirect Signs: Techniques

4.4.1. Devices 

4.4.1.1. Hair Traps 
4.4.1.2. Sand Traps 
4.4.1.3. Photo-Trapping 

4.5. Census Design 

4.5.1. Previous Concepts 

4.5.1.1. Sizes and Density 
4.5.1.2. Abundance Index
4.5.1.3. Accuracy and Precision 

4.5.2. Populations 

4.5.2.1. Aggregate Distribution 
4.5.2.2. Uniform Distribution 
4.5.2.3. Manipulable 

4.5.3. Detectability and Catchability 
4.5.4. GPS Data Acquisition

4.6. Direct Census: Static

4.6.1. Searches 
4.6.2. Observation Points 
4.6.3. Estimates from Hunting 

4.7. Direct Census: Dynamic Census

4.7.1. Plot Census without Search 
4.7.2.Fixed Band Transects 
4.7.3. Line Transects 

4.7.3.1. Capture-Recapture 

4.7.3.1.1. Modifying of the Number of Individuals 
4.7.3.1.2. Not Modifying the Number of Individuals 

4.8. Wildlife Monitoring

4.8.1. Introduction to Ethology 
4.8.2. Research Design

4.8.2.1. Behavior Description 
4.8.2.2. Category Selection 
4.8.2.3. Behavior Measures 
4.8.2.4. Types of Sampling
4.8.2.5. Types of Recording 
4.8.2.6. Inventories 

4.9. Tracks

4.9.1.Influencing Factors 
4.9.2. Ecological Information 
4.9.3. Morphology 
4.9.4. Finding and Preserving Tracks 
4.9.5. Keys 

4.10. Wildlife Monitoring Programs

4.10.1. Main Experiences in South America 

A unique, key and decisive training experience to boost your professional development”