Natural resources enterprise management | Natural resources stewardship emphasis
Bachelor of Science
Conservation and preservation from multiple angles
Professionals in the natural resource management business work to define and defend our natural environment by helping people enjoy recreation in the great outdoors while keeping our natural areas pristine and protected.
As a student in the NREM stewardship emphasis, you will explore the core principles of business entrepreneurship, as well as natural resource conservation, use and improvement. You will take courses from a variety of disciplines, and you’ll develop a multifaceted approach to conservation and preservation. Your courses will cover a broad range of topics, from working with landowners to conserve heritage sites to creating budgets and managing personnel to planning wildlife habitat restoration efforts.
Upon completion of this program, you’ll be equipped to meet the growing demand for jobs in sustainability, land trusts, conservation organizations, land management groups, watershed restoration efforts, game management and environmental education.
Overview
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Nature needs you
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Enjoy working outdoors and interacting with people
- Manage an organization that works to conserve natural resources
- Use business and entrepreneurial skills to be a resource steward
- Make decisions that benefit people and the environment
Career outcomes
Current job openings
528 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and starting salaries
- Postsecondary Biological Science Teachers • Postsecondary Chemistry Teachers
$48,689 - Secondary School Teachers
$51,531 - Biological Technicians
$38,904 - Environmental Scientists and Specialists
$58,114 - Medical Scientists
$62,313
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Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
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Scholarships
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Clubs and involvement opportunities
Clubs and organizations
- The Wildlife Society
- American Fisheries Society
- The Society of American Foresters
- Society for Range Management
- Ecology & Conservation Biology Club
- University of Idaho Sustainability Center
- Environmental Science Club
Application information
Undergraduate applications open each September and admissions are processed on a rolling basis. Qualified students are admitted and considered for scholarships and financial aid as applications are received.
Explore admission requirements and apply on our Admissions website.