The Master of Science in Sustainability degree is offered entirely ONLINE. The program informs students about theoretical and practical issues relevant to sustainability – great preparation for communicating problems with stakeholders and implementing real-world solutions to work towards a sustainable society.
This inter-disciplinary and innovative program provides students with knowledge that enables understanding of the complex relationship between environmental factors, natural systems, economic structures, legal frameworks, socio-political forces and policy options. The challenges and solutions relating to a sustainable future lean on these comprehensive ideas.
Students will earn a valuable degree that will help gain personal fulfillment and obtain appropriate employment as the fields relating to sustainability become increasingly important in government, academia and industry.
The Sustainability degree prepares students from a variety of backgrounds for career advancement or career change. An analysis of job openings shows a growing demand for professionals who focus on sustainability, as well as positions where knowledge of sustainability is noted as a preferred qualification.
Graduates of the BHSU Master of Science in Sustainability program will have the preparation for leadership sustainability positions in:
- City planners
- Architects
- Physical plant managers
- Policy analysts
- Construction managers
- Lawyers
- Communication professionals
- Scientists
- Industrial technologists
A degree in this program will give students the edge needed to advance in future careers while making a difference in the environment.