Social Systems

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies

This transdisciplinary degree offers a holistic look at environmental issues. It offers a deeper understanding of the causes and consequences of environmental problems and provides tools and perspectives from multiple disciplines — including natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities — to tackle them. You can help align your studies to your career goals with elective opportunities in animal health, ecotourism, geographic information science (GIS), biomedical sciences, sustainable farming, and more. Upon graduation, you will be able to:

• Build consensus when working to solve environmental problems
• Evaluate environmental solutions from economic, ecological, and societal perspectives
• Explain core environmental aspects, also from multiple perspectives

Bachelor of Science in Food Business & Culinary Entrepreneurship

Explore a future in sustainable food business addressing environmental conservation, social justice, waste reduction and more to contribute to food security and better nutrition. This degree offers the skills and credential you need to explore professional opportunities in a host of culinary ventures — from sustainable supply chain management to product development to starting your own food truck business. Coursework offers a mix of business fundamentals with environmental essentials to help you build or grow food business grounded in ethical and sustainable food practices. You’ll learn about:

• Regenerative food systems and promoting eco-friendly culinary practices
• Addressing social justice issues and fair labor practices in the food industry
• Reducing the carbon footprint of food businesses with sustainable farming

Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology & Sustainable Aquaculture

If you want to pursue a career working to help marine organisms and environments grow and thrive, take a deep dive into the insights, information, and skills provided in this online degree program. With a focus on the existing and emerging issues involved in marine biology and aquaculture, this comprehensive program will help you build the tools you need for careers in fields for marine science, conservation, and advocacy for Earth’s oceans. Coursework also emphasizes sustainability practices to help you prepare for responsible management of aquaculture operations. You’ll learn how to:

• Implement laboratory and field techniques for marine life observation and research
• Evaluate aquaculture systems to environmental and systematics sustainability
• Offer real-world solutions to environmental issues in marine biology and aquaculture

Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Horticulture 

From seed storage and pest management to financial planning and product marketing, this online degree program blends sustainability practices with business essentials. It offers the climate-smart agricultural practices you could use to pursue opportunities in agronomy, farming, and greenhouse management — or run your own horticultural business. Coursework covers what it takes to incorporate sustainable practices into landscaping, gardening, food production, or any horticulture-related operation. You’ll also learn what it takes to:

• Select, manage, and improve plants and their products
• Identify, monitor, and respond to horticultural problems
• Apply business principles as well as science to horticultural operations

Sustainable Master of Business Administration in Coastal Economic Development

The health of our oceans is directly tied to global environmental stability, biodiversity, and the livelihoods of millions. By better understanding coastal economic development, you can make a difference for the effective and sustainable use of our world’s marine resources. The interdisciplinary nature of this online program will help you build the skills needed to develop sustainable business practices that promote marine conservation, balancing economic growth with environmental protection. You’ll study business principles, marine science, and sustainability practices for potential roles:

• Shaping policies for sustainable marine resource management
• Leading initiatives from ocean-climate conservation to eco-friendly tourism
• Protecting coastal communities and ecosystems from climate change impacts

Master of Professional Science in Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience

This transdisciplinary program draws on multiple fields like environmental science, economics, sociology, and psychology to better assess the impact climate change has on people, ecosystems, communities, and more. With courses aligned to the American Society of Adaptation Professional’s Knowledge and Competencies Framework, you’ll develop the practical skills needed to work toward climate adaptation and resilience in any industry at every level. Online coursework will have you completing usable projects that:

• Explain climate variability
• Develop adaptation and resilience plans 
• Assess and decrease individual and system vulnerability to climate impacts
• Address climate change through systems thinking 

Master of Science in Carbon Ecology and Management

Make a positive impact for the environment and your career with an education in carbon dynamics and ecosystem management. This online graduate degree offers the tools and insights you need to mitigate climate change through carbon management. Coursework covers essentials for carbon sequestration, ecosystem restoration, sustainable land use, policy and governance, and nature-based solutions. Prepare for professional opportunities in conservation, climate advocacy, natural resource management, and environmental consulting by learning how to:

• Analyze carbon dynamics with tools like GIS and remote sensing
• Lead initiatives for carbon ecology and management
• Reduce carbon emissions, conserve natural habitats, and promote sustainability

Master of Professional Science in Marine Policy and Management

If you want to make an impact for the future of aquatic environments and ensure the sustainability of our wetlands, lakes, rivers, oceans, and more, learn what it takes to create and maintain effective management strategies for marine ecosystems. Your online master’s degree program integrates rigorous scientific training with practical policy and management skills to equip you for roles addressing challenges for marine resource management and conservation. Coursework explores how to:

• Evaluate public and private marine policies
• Develop and implement sustainable management plans
• Lead efforts for conserving marine biodiversity

Master of Science in Marine Conservation Biology

Take the next step in your career by leveling up your research and conservation expertise in marine science. In this online master’s degree program, you’ll take classes that offer advanced training and insights into marine biology, conservation principles, and research techniques. Coursework will help you develop strategies and solutions for preserving marine biodiversity and promoting sustainable practices. Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped to take on critical challenges to aquatic environments, from overfishing and pollution to habitat destruction, with insights on how to:

• Develop and implement effective conservation strategies
• Research and mitigate the impact of climate change
• Restore and sustainably manage marine ecosystems

Master of Science in One Health

From climate change to habitat destruction, environmental factors can and often do make an impact on human health. This online master’s degree explores the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health — One Health — to develop sustainable solutions for a healthier, more resilient future for people and the planet. Designed to help you advance your career opportunities in healthcare, environmental science, research, or advocacy, this program offers insights into pressing and emerging public health challenges like infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance. Learn how to: 

• Use health data across species to develop strategies for disease surveillance and control
• Meaningfully contribute to the well-being of humans, animals, and the environment
• Analyze how environmental changes impact human and animal well-being

Master of Professional Science in Sustainable Food Systems

Take your agribusiness career to the next level with a graduate-level education in the environmental science, policy, economics, and social justice issues within the field of sustainable food systems. This interdisciplinary program offers the tools for food resilience and sustainability you need to lead initiatives to promote social equity, mitigate environmental degradation, and overcome food insecurity. Upon graduation, you’ll be well-prepared to pursue opportunities in food policy and advocacy, community food initiatives, food entrepreneurship, consulting, and sustainable agriculture. You’ll learn how to: 

• Implement regenerative farming practices
• Promote equitable access to nutritious foods
• Positively impact food security and environmental sustainability

Master of Professional Science in Wildlife Conservation and Advocacy

Want to advance your wildlife preservation career? Start by advancing your ability to apply wildlife ecology and management principles to real-world conservation issues with this 100% online program. Coursework covers wildlife conservation campaigns, conservation ecology, human dimensions of wildlife management, and more. You’ll learn what it takes to:

• Evaluate all the factors that influence wildlife conservation
• Lead effective communication and outreach strategies
• Address wildlife conservation problems using hard data