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      • B.S. in Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management
        • Aquaculture and Fisheries Management Track
        • Natural Resources Management and Policy Track
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        • Wildlife Management Track
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        • Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management 4+1 Fast Track
        • Wildlife Conservation and Policy 3+2 Program
      • Park and Natural Resource Management Minor
      • Rangeland Management Minor
      • Wildlife and Fisheries Management Minor
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      • M.S. in Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management
      • Master of Natural Resources (Non-Thesis)
      • Ph.D. in Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management
      • Military Land Sustainability Certificate
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Natural Resources Management and Policy Track

From habitat degradation and biodiversity loss to water quality and availability, the natural environment is facing myriad challenges in an ever-growing world. Thankfully, there are professionals who dedicate their careers to addressing such issues with science-based solutions and advocacy.

The Natural Resources Management and Policy track prepares students to examine these and many other environmental and conservation issues through a multi-disciplinary framework that includes political, cultural, social, economic, regulatory and ecological dimensions. Courses emphasize the development of skill sets that promote strong interpersonal skills, leadership and collaboration with a variety of stakeholder groups. These critical skills are taught through classroom and immersive field experiences, working in tandem to enhance students’ abilities to assess complex environmental issues, envision a desired conservation outcome, and design and implement a plan needed to bring visions to fruition.

Program Requirements
Degree Plan Natural Resources Management and Policy Track

Program Details

  • Degree: B.S. Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management
  • Credit Hours: 120 total credit hours

Career Options

The diverse, interdisciplinary coursework of the Natural Resources Management and Policy track prepares students for a variety of careers in industries such as public service, outdoor education, park and protected area management, environmental planning and consultation, and non-profit organizations.

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