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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Start classes January 6. Text an advisor at 303-900-0375.
Top-ranked, career-focused education in a flexible format.
At a Glance
Classes Begin
January 6
Term Length
10 Weeks
Master's Tuition
$835 per credit hour
Top-Ranked University
U.S. News & World Report Rankings
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Brian Cicero
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Skills You’ll Learn
Craft comprehensive natural resource management plans
Enforce statutory and regulatory policies
Analyze and formulate environmental policy
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
Sample Schedule
Plan out your schedule and determine your preferred timeline for completing your master's degree—finish in as few as 18 months or take up to five years.
Interested in a graduate certificate?
Explore our four and six course graduate certificates in Natural Resource Management.
Take a Course Before You Apply
We know how important it is to get started when you’re ready and that’s why you can enroll in a course before you officially apply.
Career Outcomes
Predicted outcomes for graduates of Natural Resource Management
Employment of environmental professionals is projected to grow 8% through 2030, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
As the need to replace retiring workers will continue, opportunities for conservation scientists and foresters increase.
Job prospects with a strong understanding of Geographic Information System (GIS) technology, remote sensing, and other software tools will have a competitive edge.
Job Titles
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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Hear from Our Students
Theme: Job Satisfaction
Environmental Policy and Management
“I was already working in my field and I was loving my field and so, I wanted to continue to be on the ground, getting my hands dirty, making an impact while pursuing my master’s at the same time.” —Dayna Reggero, graduate.
Flexible Online Classes
We understand the demands of balancing work, friends and family, and school can be challenging. That's why at University College, you can complete your program entirely online. Our online learning platform makes it easy to work anywhere at any time.
Advisory Board
William Bellamy
Senior Vice President of Global Water Services, CH2M Hill
David Stewart
Stewart Environmental Consultants, Inc
Joel Hirschboeck
Director of Risk Management, Jefferson County Public Schools
Lyle Laverty
Colorado State Parks Director
Howard Roitman
Former Director of Environmental Programs, Colorado Department of Public Health & Safety
Accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
University College 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 of 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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