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Master’s Concentration

Natural Resource Management

Guide the management and protection of natural resources like water, land, and forests to preserve them for generations to come. Sharpen skills in:

  • Developing strategies to effectively manage use of lands in wilderness systems, wild and scenic river corridors, parks, and open spaces
  • Assessing the theoretical basis and practical impacts of recreational land use
  • Crafting comprehensive natural resource management plans
  • Advocating for use of natural resources that are sustainable biologically, physically, socially, and economically

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At a Glance

Classes Next Begin
March 31

Term Length
10 Weeks

Master's Tuition
$835 per credit hour

Format
Evening or Online

Admission Details
Free Application. No GRE or GMAT

How Long to Finish
As quick as 18 months. Access a sample schedule

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Curriculum

Master of Science in Environmental Policy and Management with a concentration in Natural Resource Management requires completion of 48 credit hours (12 courses).

 

4

Core Courses

4

Concentration
Courses

4

Elective Courses

Core Courses

Learn the scope of activity, historical development, and future direction of the industry. These courses provide a foundation that you'll draw on throughout your concentration and elective courses. The capstone serves as the culminating academic experience in which you'll explore a problem of practice in your field of study.

EPM 4003 Environmental Finance and Economics
EPM 4200 Environmental Protection Law
EPM 4910 Research Practices and Applications
EPM 4901 Capstone Project
OR
EPM 4902 Capstone Seminar
Concentration Courses

Develop deep expertise and skills in Environmental Policy and Management through the following concentration courses.

EPM 4108 Impacts of Recreational Use
EPM 4120 Introduction to Natural Resource Management
EPM 4220 Endangered Species & Wildlife
EPM 4390 Environmental Policy Analysis
Elective Courses

Popular electives for students in the Environmental Policy and Management program include:

EPM 4232 Sustainability: Policy and Practice
GIS 4101 Introduction to GIS
EPM 4115 Intro to Ecology
EPM 4040 Wetland Ecology and Management
EPM 4705 Land Use Planning
EPM 4238 Water and Food Sustainability
EPM 4234 Climate Change and Science

Elective courses may be chosen from among non-core and concentration courses in the academic program, and you may also select courses in other College of Professional Studies graduate programs. Your academic advisor will help you select electives that align with your career and personal goals.

Interested in a graduate certificate?

Explore our four and six course graduate certificates in Natural Resource Management.

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Career Opportunities

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Natural Resource Manager
Urban and Community Forester
Environmental Education Specialist
Outdoor Director

Forestry Technician
Restorationist
Conservationist
Field Director


Conservation Scientists and Foresters Salary​: National Average

$68,910

(U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)

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Advisory Board

Program content is developed with the input of advisory boards, composed of industry leaders, experts, and hiring managers. This helps ensure you learn leading-edge, industry-focused skills and knowledge and prepares you for future success.
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William Bellamy

Senior Vice President of Global Water Services, CH2M Hill

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David Stewart

Stewart Environmental Consultants, Inc

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Joel Hirschboeck

Director of Risk Management, Jefferson County Public Schools

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Lyle Laverty

Colorado State Parks Director

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Howard Roitman

Former Director of Environmental Programs, Colorado Department of Public Health & Safety

Accreditation

 

Higher Learning Commission

College of Professional Studies programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.

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