The target audience for this training program is individuals who are interested in expanding their knowledge and initiatives into ecosystem management, environmental economics, and environmental management. This training program is intented for mid-level professionals involved in nature preservation, working for government, non-governmental organizations, decision-making bodies, academia and the private sector. It will be especially beneficial to heads of rural councils and environmental officers of rural councils, government officers of environment and tourism ministries, biosphere reserve managers, park managers and rangers. The program will be conducted in English. It is essential that the participants have a high level of reading, writing and speaking  in English. Competition for the Mashav courses is merit-based and selection will be made on the basis of academic excellence, professional aptitude, leadership potential in the field of environmental management and ecosystem services, and knowledge of English. Funding for the MASHAV Courses is limited and the program is highly competitive; not all qualified applicant will receive awards.