The Environmental Policy and Management concentration prepares students for a career at government agencies, and non-profit or for-profit companies. Students in this program learn about the development and implementation of habitat management methods and public policies that promote the sustainable use of natural resources and address environmental problems.

Career Opportunities

Environmental and Conservation biologists work to sustainably manage or restore ecosystems, develop and implement environmental policies, or conduct research on how ecological processes affect biological diversity. A few examples of potential careers are wildlife ecologists, environmental educators, forest managers, environmental consultants, and personnel at public environmental regulatory or land use planning agencies. (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics) Those students entering a research career will need to take courses to meet admissions requirements of graduate programs, and should consult their faculty advisor.