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Master of Science in Environmental Management — In Person and Webster University Online
Average Time to Complete Degree: 2 years
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Become a Leader Who Creates Strategies that Benefit Organizations and the Planet
As citizens, businesses and nations become more aware of the environmental impacts
of commerce and industry, there’s an increasing need for ethical, skilled leaders
who can balance the ever-changing needs of business and the environment. Earning a
Master of Science in Environmental Management from Webster University will prepare
you to take on these challenges and help ensure the future of your organization and
the environment.
As you earn your Environmental Management master’s degree at Webster, you’ll learn
to develop, implement and monitor environmental strategies, policies and programs
to comply with environmental legislation while advancing sustainable development.
By the time you graduate, you’ll have the expertise to assess environmental risk,
identify and communicate sustainable solutions to environmental problems, and act
as an agent of change.
Complete an Environmental Management Master’s Degree on Your Terms
Whether you’re a recent graduate or a working professional, you should never have
to choose between personal, professional and educational time. That’s why we offer
an accessible graduate Environmental Management degree with online and in-person class
options. Most of our classes meet once a week, in the evening — letting you create
a balanced schedule.
Enjoy the freedom to explore your interests as you earn your Environmental Management
degree. We work with you to design a course of study that aligns with your career
goals. We also offer a concentration in environmental sustainability for managers
who want to focus on working with the economic, social and ecological systems connected
to their organization.
Choose Webster for Your Environmental Management Degree
Learn From Professionals
When you earn your Master of Science in Environmental Management at Webster, you’ll
take small classes that let you work closely with our accomplished faculty mentors.
They bring with them years of experience as environmental managers in state and federal
agencies, corporations and nonprofit organizations
Fort Leonard Wood Provides Opportunities for Officers
Because many of our students are military officers, our location at Fort Leonard Wood,
Missouri provides unique opportunities to earn an MS in Environmental Management degree
while also completing up to 15 transfer credits toward it in the U.S. Army Chemical,
Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Captains Career Course. Additionally, active
military members on deployment can earn their degree through Webster University Online
while they serve.
Earn a Dual MBA/MS in Environmental Management Degree
Take your Environmental Management master’s degree to the next level by earning an
MBA along with it. Holding dual degrees will help you stand out from other applicants
and can greatly increase your salary potential. Requirements for a dual degree with
the MBA program generally include the required MBA courses (33 hours) and the required
coursework in the Environmental Management master’s program.
Alumni Testimonial
“My dreams are to make business practices more sustainable, and to operate in a manner
that protects our resources for future generations.”
Shawn Finnegan
MS in Environmental Management with an Emphasis in Sustainability, ’23
Explore the Program
Master of Science in Environmental Management
Find out more about the Environmental Management master’s degree curriculum, electives,
learning outcomes and more.
What Can You Do With an Environmental Management Degree?
Businesses, organizations and government agencies across the country need experts
who can help them optimize operations while making sure that the environment and surrounding
communities remain safe and healthy. As an environmental manager, you’ll be at the
forefront of change and sustainability — implementing programs, strategies and policies
rooted in ethics and global citizenship.
Some of the rewarding positions that our Environmental Management master’s graduates
pursue include:
Environmental Scientist and Specialist
Environmental Engineer
Environmental Auditor
Environmental Compliance Technician
Conservation Scientist and Forester
Environmental Restoration Planner
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Salaries for Environmental Management Master’s Graduates
When you graduate with your Master of Science in Environmental Management, you’ll
not only enjoy the personal and professional satisfaction of helping secure the future
of our planet and local communities — you’ll also enjoy an impressive salary!
Environmental Scientists earn a median salary of $76,530, and Natural Science Managers
earn around $136,900, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Other Degrees Related to Our Graduate Environmental Management Degree