Location:

Keene, United States

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Master

Specialty:

Environmental Management

Program Overview

Program Description:

The Master of Science in Resource Management and Conservation (RMC) is designed for the professional who seeks an effective leadership role in 21st century environmental management. Students address the impacts of development on ecosystem and community health under conditions of rapid climate change and acquire 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. Choose a Professional Science Master’s Option The RMC program has been approved for affiliation as a Professional Science Master’s (PSM) Professional Science Master's by the Council of Graduate Schools. The RMC-PSM requires completion of the 30 credits from the RMC program requirements and an additional 12 credits from completing the Environmental Science Certificate. The Environmental Science Certificate includes 3 environmental science courses (9 credits) and one internship (3 credits). This results in a 42-credit RMC-PSM. The Environmental Science Certificate is a grouping of additional courses added to an RMC student’s ongoing master’s degree. It is not available as a stand alone certificate; students must be enrolled in the Resource Management master’s degree to pursue this concentration. Students can choose to follow the PSM track of studies or the non-PSM track of studies. Learn PSM track requirements and details here. 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. -Can be completed in 16-months

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:

Antioch University, and therefore New England, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. All degree programs are also approved by the New Hampshire Postsecondary Commission.

Financial Aid:

Yes