Arizona State University Rob Walton College of Global Futures 11 courses
The Master of Science program in conservation with a concentration in environmental management provides you with graduate-level training in contemporary conservation principles and practice. It allows you, as a working professional, to deepen your expertise, strengthen professional competencies or transition into conservation-related roles. You build a strong foundation in conservation science while exploring emerging approaches to address complex environmental challenges. Emphasizing transdisciplinary perspectives and engagement with diverse knowledge systems, the program prepares you for collaborative, community-centered practice. The environmental management concentration focuses on field-based conservation and the natural sciences of ecosystem stewardship. Coursework emphasizes biology, ecology, restoration science, species and habitat management, environmental assessment and resource planning, alongside quantitative and analytical skill development for evidence-based decision-making. Through applied coursework and case-based learning, you develop scientific, technical and professional skills, including project management, communication and problem solving. Optional field-based conservation work and internships offer practical experience. The culminating experience addresses real-world conservation challenges. GI Bill® benefitsThis new program is not yet approved for use with GI Bill® benefits. GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. You can find more information about education benefits offered by VA at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/.
| Required Core | 12 credits |
| Concentration | 6 credits |
| Other Requirement | 3 credits |
| Electives | 6 credits |
| Culminating Experience | 3 credits |
Required Core
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CNV 501 | Conservation in the Anthropocene | 3 |
| CNV 504 | Scientific and Data Literacy for Conservation Decision Making | 3 |
| CNV 510 | Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Community Engagement | 3 |
| CNV 582 | Project Management in Conservation | 3 |
| Total Required Core | 12 credits | |
Concentration
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CNV 506 | Conservation and Environmental Management | 3 |
| SOS 544 | Climate Change, Society and Sustainability | 3 |
| Total Concentration | 6 credits | |
Other Requirement
Select one of the following courses:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CNV 583 | Fieldwork | 3 |
| CNV 584 | Internship | 3 |
| CNV 590 | Reading and Conference | 3 |
| CNV 592 | Research | 3 |
| Total Other Requirement | 3 credits | |
Electives
Culminating Experience
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CNV 593 | Applied Project | 3 |
| Total Culminating Experience | 3 credits | |
Additional Curriculum Information
For electives, complete six credit hours of coursework from the following subjects: CAS, CNV, EMS, HSD, PMG, SEA and SOS. Consult your program advisor while selecting elective courses.
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