Master in Environmental Management in Sustainability

Preparing leaders to solve real-world challenges

Frostburg State University and the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) are proud to offer an innovative joint Master in Environmental Management (MEM) in Sustainability. This degree leverages the environmental studies expertise of UMCES and the diverse student body of FSU to prepare leaders who can address 21st century sustainability challenges in the academic, government, non-profit and private sectors.

The in-person program is focused on sustainability and the impact on society built around a core team science approach to solving problems. The program was developed to meet increased need for professionals working in environmental management and sustainability in academic, business, government, and nonprofit organizations. It will develop a cadre of diverse environmental professionals with teamwork skills, practical experience, and training in environmental management and environmental justice.


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Frostburg State University Campus 

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MEM Program Highlights

  • The MEM program is accessible to students with almost any undergraduate major, not just in the sciences.

  • The program's focus on solving real-world problems instead of a research-based thesis prepares you to enter or advance in the growing career field of environmental management.

  • Through the apprenticeship and capstone project, you will build relationships with one or more partner organizations who could become potential employers.

  • Take courses from UMCES faculty who are globally recognized leaders in environmental education and research.

  • Flexible program requirements allow you to select elective courses from the graduate offerings at both FSU and UMCES to tailor your degree to your desired career outcomes. 

  • Take advantage of FSU's competitive graduate tuition to earn this degree at lower net cost to you compared to larger research institutions. 

What can I do with an MEM in sustainability program degree?

$76,530

Median pay for environmental scientists and specialists (BLS 2021)

Related Occupations

Chief Sustainability Officer

Construction or Facilities Manager

Environmental Analyst

 

The Master in Environmental Management in Sustainability program gives students the opportunity to analyze complex environmental issues from a foundation in environmental science, field methods, organizational leadership and public policy. The program also includes a required apprenticeship that will allow students to partner with an organization to identify a sustainability challenge and present a solution to key stakeholders, and throughout this apprenticeship and capstone project, students will build relationships with potential future employers.
There are many additional occupations accessible through the knowledge base you will acquire through this MEM program.

What You'll Learn

The in-person program is focused on sustainability and the impact on society built around a core team science approach to solving problems. The program was developed to meet increased need for professionals working in environmental management and sustainability in academic, business, government, and nonprofit organizations. It will develop a cadre of diverse environmental professionals with teamwork skills, practical experience, and training in environmental management and environmental justice.



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