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Environmental Management

Build your leadership skills and develop effective solutions to complex environmental challenges. Lead business strategy that incorporates environmental policy and impact, risk assessment and management, and sustainability. Sharpen skills in

  • Applying the ISO 14001 framework as the gold standard for environmental management
  • Leading teams and organizations ethically and creatively
  • Directing regulatory compliance reporting and strategy
  • Leveraging root cause analysis and other tools to minimize environmental impact

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Top-ranked, career-focused education in a flexible format.

At a Glance

Classes Begin
January 6

Term Length
10 Weeks

4 Course Certificate
Tuition

$13,344

6 Course Certificate
Tuition

$20,016

Format
Asynchronous and Hybrid Online

Admission
No GRE or GMAT

Duration
As few as 6 months

Duration
As few as 12 months

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University College is committed to educational access, and given the difficult circumstances currently impacting millions of people, we are waiving application fees.

Skills You’ll Learn

Implement finance strategy within the environmental context

Comply to statutes and regulations

Construct a personal leadership development plan

Curriculum

Specialized Graduate Certificate in Certificate of Advanced Study in Environmental Management requires completion of 16 credit hours (4 courses).

All students are required to complete a zero-credit Student Success Course.

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Concentration Courses
Concentration Courses

Focus on a specific professional area within the larger industry sector and master the skills needed to excel in that area.

EPM 4140 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
EPM 4280 Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
EPM 4355 Systems, Standards, and Certifications for Environmental Management
EPM 4500 Leadership for Environmental Managers

Graduate Certificate in Certificate of Advanced Study in Environmental Management requires completion of 24 credit hours (6 courses).

All students are required to complete a zero-credit

Student Success Course.

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Concentration Courses
 
 
2
Elective Courses
 

Concentration Courses

Focus on a specific professional area within the larger industry sector and master the skills needed to excel in that area.

EPM 4140 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
EPM 4280 Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
EPM 4355 Systems, Standards, and Certifications for Environmental Management
EPM 4500 Leadership for Environmental Managers

Elective Courses

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

EPM 4002 Integrated Environmental Systems
EPM 4390 Environmental Policy Analysis
EPM 4980 Internship

Your academic advisor will help you select electives that align with your career and personal goals, and your advisor will obtain any necessary approvals from the academic director.

Sample Schedule

Plan your schedule to complete your graduate certificate. Finish quickly in just six months or take up to two years (four course certificate) or three years for a six-course certificate.

Year 1 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
4-Course Certificate Classes 2 2 0 0
6-Course Certificate Classes 3 3 0 0
Year 1 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
4-Course Certificate Classes 1 1 2 0
6-Course Certificate Classes 2 2 2 0
Year 1 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
4-Course Certificate Classes 1 1 1 1
6-Course Certificate Classes 1 2 2 1

Interested in a master’s degree?

Explore our Master of Science in Environmental Policy and Management with a concentration in Environmental Management.

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Career Outcomes

Predicted outcomes for graduates of Environmental Management

Employment of environmental professionals is projected to grow 8% through 2030, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Businesses are expected to continue to work with environmental professionals to help them minimize the impact their operations have on the environment.

Private business and corporations looking to identify as eco-friendly are likely to provide more opportunities in the consulting arena.


Job Titles

Policy Manager
Project Manager
Environmental Director
Infrastructure Manager
Environmental Specialist
Compliance Manager
Environmental Field Supervisor
 

 

 

 

Environmental Scientists and Specialists Salary: National Average

$68,910

(U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)

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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

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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.

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Advisory Board

Our programs are developed and updated with the input of advisory boards composed of industry leaders and employers. This ensures that you'll learn what employers are looking for, and gain the most current information with a view to future industry trends, connecting you to 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

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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