Bachelor of Science in Environmental Policy & Management
Are you interested in a career that draws upon knowledge in both the physical and social sciences? If so, Purdue University Global's Bachelor of Science in Environmental Policy and Management degree may be right for you. Read more about this online bachelor's degree program here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Kind of Program Is It?
The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Policy and Management online degree program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to explore the interrelationship between the environment and society in both the public and the private sector. The program offers an interdisciplinary approach and requires that students take courses in law, environmental science, politics, culture, and economics. Students have the opportunity to learn about research methods, assess environmental policy and its impacts, and analyze current environmental issues on local, state, national, and global levels via case studies. An optional internship also provides students the chance to gain real-world experience and build their resume while completing their coursework.
What Are the Prerequisites?
Students considering in applying to Purdue Global's BS in Environmental Policy and Management program should be interested in environmental issues and US policy and have both strong writing and analytical skills. Candidates must meet the general admission
requirements for Purdue Global University which includes having earned a high school diploma or the equivalent. Some programs may have additional requirements.
What Are the Course Requirements?
Students enrolled in this Bachelor of Science in Environmental Policy and Management program are required to complete 180 total credit hours, which are divided between three types of courses. 95 of the credits are granted through the completion of the Major Requirements, 33 credits are granted through the Core Requirements, and 52 come from Open Electives.
Major Requirements
| Course Code | Course Title |
|---|---|
| LS100 | Introduction to the Law and Legal Profession |
| EM101 | Introduction to Environmental Policy and Management |
| EM205 | The Politics of Managing the Environment |
| MM207 | Statistics |
| PP110 | Ethics and Public Administration |
| PP220 | Socially Responsible Leadership |
| SC225 | Environmental Science - Ecosystems, Resources, and Carbon Footprints |
| EM305 | The Economics of Environmental Management |
| EM410 | The Global Environment |
| EM430 | Environmental Policy Analysis |
| LS302 | Environmental Law and Policy |
| LS305 | Constitutional Law |
| PA301 | Administrative Law |
| PP310 | Finance and Budgeting in the Public Sector |
| PP420 | Private and Public Sector Partnerships |
| PP450 | Program Evaluation |
| EM499 | Bachelor's Capstone in Environmental Policy and Management |
Core Requirements
| Course Code | Course Title |
|---|---|
| CM107 | College Composition I |
| CM1220 | College Composition II |
| CS204 | Professionalism - Theory and Practice in the Global Workplace |
| Choose one of the following: | |
| MM150 | Survey of Mathematics |
| MM212 | College Algebra |
| Choose one of the following: | |
| HU200 | Arts and Humanities - Modern Creative Expressions |
| HU245 | Ethics |
| HU250 | Humanities and Culture |
| Choose one of the following: | |
| SC200 | Discovering Science - Current Issues in a Changing World |
| SC235 | General Biology I - Human Perspectives |
| SC246 | Fundamentals of Microbiology |
| SC250 | Fundamentals of Science |
| Choose one of the following: | |
| SS211 | The 1960s - Reshaping the American Dream |
| SS236 | People, Power, and Politics - An Introduction to American Government |
| SS250 | The Technological Revolution - A Social Scientific Approach |
Open Elective Requirements
| Course Code | Course Title |
|---|---|
| 52 credits of Open Electives |
What Could I Do After I Graduate?
Career Opportunities
As the green economy continues to expand, new green economy jobs and related occupations continue to grow as well. Students who successfully complete Purdue Global's Bachelor of Science in Environmental Policy and Management program could be equipped with fundamental knowledge of the U.S. government, policy writing, and environmental management and may have gained the necessary leadership skills to begin a career in a green industry. Graduates may be able to pursue, but are not limited to, the following careers:
- Sustainability coordinator
- Corporate environmental specialist
- Environmental policy consultant or advisor
- Compliance specialist
- Environmental planner
Advanced Degrees
Purdue University Global offers accelerated master's programs that allow students to take graduate-level coursework as part of their open electives while completing their Bachelor of Science in Environmental Policy and Management degree. Achieving a higher degree may allow students to take on more advanced roles or additional responsibilities in the workplace. Graduates of this BS in Envrionmental Policy and Management program could pursue a more advanced degree through Purdue University Global in the following areas:
- Master of Science in Legal Studies
- Master of Science in Psychology
- Master of Science in Human Studies
- Master of Public Administration