Conservation Management, BS

Upper Iowa University has a highly respected Conservation Management program where students will experience academic and hands-on preparation for employment in the many areas of conservation management. Employment opportunities in conservation management exist in county, state, and federal government conservation agencies, as well as non-governmental organizations and with private consultants.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

• Students will be able to apply scientific methodology to solve biological problems.
• Students will be able to differentiate among processes responsible for biological evolution.
• Students will be able to describe the flow of matter and energy through biological systems.
• Students will be able to investigate the levels of organization applicable to the study of biological organisms.
• Students will be able to apply ecological principles to the management and conservation of natural resources.