Environmental and Resource Management ,BS
Air Pollution, Emergency Management, Environment, Environmental, Environmental Science, Environmental biotechnology, Environmental chemistry, Global Sustainability, Hazardous waste management, Hazardous waste remediation, Health, Occupational hygiene, Sustainability, Water Treatment, approved for STEM-OPT extension, water pollution
The BS program in environmental and resource management provides critical scientific, engineering, regulatory and management skills for students who plan to pursue careers in industry, government or nongovernmental organizations. The program focuses on ensuring the health of engineered and natural ecosystems and mitigating the environmental impact of the industrial world.
The curriculum combines a strong foundation in chemistry, physics, biology and mathematics with a solid grounding in environmental law and policy, engineering and management principles. Students learn to apply environmental technologies to manage engineered environmental operations such as drinking water and wastewater treatment, management of hazardous and solid wastes, and the control of industrial and mobile sources of air pollution. They study Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Transportation regulations on health and safety, as well as strategies to protect workers in hazardous environments. International environmental issues and legal frameworks are included, along with U.S. environmental laws.
An accelerated BS/MS degree option is available, in which up to 12 credit hours of the bachelor's degree may be applied toward the 30 credit hours required for the master's degree in environmental and resource management. A special application is required for this option.
This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 36 months. This OPT work authorization term may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.
The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing the degree through ASU Online.
- College/school:
Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
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Location:
Polytechnic
- Second language requirement: No
- First required math course: MAT 210 - Brief Calculus
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Math intensity:
Moderate
Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
A current ASU student must have a minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.00.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program has the following program outcomes:
- Evaluate environmental policies and regulations that apply to environmental and resource management.
- Apply management, scientific, and technical solutions to natural and anthropogenic environmental problems.
- Apply sustainable development practices and trends to environmental systems.
Study abroad allows students of environmental resource management to further their understanding of the impact that the industrial world has on the environment. With an open mind, students further their studies and understanding of the various environmental conditions around the globe.
Students learn to thrive in a global environment through the rich educational and interpersonal experiences inherent in study abroad, and with over 300 Global Education program opportunities available to them, students are able to tailor their experience to their unique interests and skill sets. Whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, students build communication skills, learn to adapt and persevere, and are exposed to research and internships across the world, increasing their professional network.
A resume enhanced by the valuable study abroad experience will impress prospective employers and will help the student stand out should they decide to pursue advanced study.
Graduates with the skills gained in this program are in high demand and can find work in industry, governmental management and regulatory agencies or in policymaking organizations.
Graduates are firmly grounded in the scientific, technical and legal problems facing environmental managers in today's business climate. They are prepared to be environmental, health and safety professionals in industrial settings such as manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, and environmental engineering consulting firms. They also ensure compliance with OSHA and EPA requirements in laboratories at pharmaceutical companies, water and wastewater treatment facilities or academic labs. On the regulatory side, graduates work for agencies such as the EPA or state and county departments of environmental quality.
Career example titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience, geographical location, and required advanced degrees or certifications may affect pay scales.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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3.3%
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$128,620
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4.6%
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$71,690
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6.1%
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$96,530
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1.3%
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$50,980
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6.1%
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$76,480
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5.8%
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$48,380
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3.7%
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$100,660
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10.1%
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$57,970
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4.8%
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$144,440
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5.0%
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$89,940
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ASU programs that may lead to professional licensure or certification are intended to prepare students for potential licensure or certification in Arizona. Completion of an ASU program may not meet educational requirements for licensure or certification in another state. For more information, students should visit the ASU professional licensure webpage.
Students should note that not all programs within the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering lead to professional licensure.
Environmental and Resource Management
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3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
