Resource Management

Catalog 2023-2024

Advanced Certificate , Online Completion Percentage:

The Paul Smith’s College Graduate Studies Program offers three certificate programs in critical aspects of natural resources conservation and management.  The certificate program is designed for working professionals seeking to upgrade their education and skills and for exceptional Paul Smith’s College undergraduates seeking additional credentials and content.

Key features of Graduate Certificates in Natural Resources Conservation:

  • 12 graduate credits, 4 courses
  • 100% online course delivery – study from anywhere
  • Three topics available: Aquatic Resource Management, Forest Resource Management, or Sustainable Communities
  • Select one topic (includes 3 courses) + 1 additional course from either of the other certificate topics
  • August or January starting points
  • Complete in one year or longer if preferred
  • Courses can be transferred into the Master’s of Natural Resources Conservation program
  • Students with a 3.0 cumulative GPA in their certificate are automatically admitted into the Master’s Program for optional additional study
Availability: online

Availability: online

Resource Management Advanced Certificate Requirements:

  • Four courses; 12 credits.
  • Complete the 3 required courses plus one course from either of the other two tracks.

Aquatic Resource Management

ENV 515

Water Law, Policy and Regulation
3

ENV 541

Assessment of Aquatic Resources
3

ENV 542

Restoration of Aquatic Ecosystems
3

Forest Resource Management

FOR 550

Forest Policy
3

NRS 510

Natural Resource Economics
3

NRS 540

Forest Resource Assessment
3

Sustainable Communities

SUS 520

Strategic Communication for Sustainability Professionals
3

SUS 530

Building Collaborative Communities
3

SUS 555

Sustainable Development
3

Total Credits 12 xx

Contact Information
Graduate Studies

Dr. Eric Holmlund

Joan Weill Adirondack Library, Room 120

518-327-6239

eholmlund@paulsmiths.edu