MS in Resource Management & Conservation

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The Master of Science in Resource Management and Conservation is designed for the professional who seeks an effective leadership role in 21st century environmental management. The impacts of development on ecosystem and community health under conditions of rapid climate change require the scientific know-how to understand complexity and the management savvy to balance multiple objectives.

Designed for the working professional

The RMC program’s unique design of relevant theory and real-world application enables you to develop the skills you need to stay ahead of the curve in managing complex environmental projects and planning for climate change. Complete your degree in 16 months through Friday afternoon and weekend courses that meet about once a month, starting in Fall 2010.

Manage for just and sustainable environmental change.

Learn climate change science, risk assessment, and energy sustainability along with organizational and social leadership, financial administration, and project management, all within the context of socioeconomic sustainability.

Learn from experienced environmental professionals.

Faculty have years of real-world practice in regional, national, and international environmental problem solving which informs teaching and course design.

Apply what you learn to your career.

Enhance your resume through hands-on projects as part of your degree. Learn with other RMC students eager to build their know-how and share their diverse experience. Join a cohort of regional and international students who seek to advance their careers as scientists, planners, policy-makers, consultants and resource managers.

Program Delivery

• 30 credits
• Intensive monthly classes are held on Friday afternoons and weekends; weekends and on-line option in the final Fall.
• Four semesters to complete (Fall, Spring, Summer, Fall)