Natural resources enterprise management | Natural resources stewardship emphasis
Bachelor of Science
Overview
- In-state: $9,824
- Out-of-state: $29,300
- WUE/Invitation to Idaho: $13,538
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Lead conservation through innovation and stewardship
University of Idaho’s Bachelor of Science in natural resources enterprise management is a unique undergraduate experience where the science of natural resources meets the strategic thinking and entrepreneurial spirit of business. This innovative degree allows you to dive into the world of outdoor professionals with the expertise of our faculty guiding you. 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 natural resources enterprise management stewardship emphasis, you will explore the core principles of business entrepreneurship, as well as natural resource conservation, use and improvement. 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.
You’ll graduate prepared to make a lasting impact on the communities and landscapes you serve, whether you want to lead a nonprofit organization, manage conservation programs, coordinate land stewardship initiatives or launch your own natural resource enterprise.
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Have a passion for the outdoors
- Manage an organization that works to conserve natural resources
- Are interested in running your own business
- Use business and entrepreneurial skills to be a resource steward
- Make decisions that benefit people and the environment
Besides natural resource conservation knowledge, upon completion of this program, you will:
- Develop outdoor leadership skills
- Gain strategic planning experience
- Know how to write grants and do fundraising
- Understand and complete business planning
- Know how to build a professional network
- Be able to think innovatively
- Have outdoor industry experience
- Understand basic risk management
- Work in a team
Learn more about the Department of Natural Resources and Society.
Innovate. Steward. Succeed.
Curriculum
The 120-credit B.S. in natural resources enterprise management, natural resources stewardship emphasis combines natural resource science, conservation and business principles to prepare students for careers that balance environmental stewardship with organizational leadership.
You'll develop expertise in natural resource conservation, land stewardship, strategic planning and entrepreneurship while gaining practical skills in budgeting, fundraising, personnel management, grant writing and project development. The curriculum emphasizes the ecological, economic and social factors that influence sustainable resource management and conservation decision-making.
Career outcomes
Current job openings
7,530 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Postsecondary Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers
$87,431
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Clubs and involvement opportunities
Clubs and organizations
- The Wildlife Society
- The Society of American Foresters
- Society for Range Management
- Ecology & Conservation Biology Club
- Environmental Science Club
- Entrepreneurship Club
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
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- Estimate your cost of attendance: Use U of I’s Cost Calculator to estimate tuition and other expenses associated with earning your degree.
- Discover scholarship opportunities: When you apply to University of Idaho, you’re automatically considered for scholarships. Additional awards are available based on your previous experience, background and anticipated program of study.
If you have any questions about financial aid, scholarships or cost, U of I’s experienced financial aid counselors can help you make informed financial decisions and navigate each part of the process. Reach out to our Financial Aid Office for assistance.
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.
Overview
- In-state: $9,824
- Out-of-state: $29,300
- WUE/Invitation to Idaho: $13,538
Related Topics
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