Earth and Environmental Resources Management, M.E.E.R.M.

Program Overview

The Earth and Environmental Resources Management program provides a flexible and multidisciplinary education for individuals seeking to advance their careers in environmental fields. With two program options, students can customize their degree through coursework and internships or research projects. Graduates can pursue careers in various sectors, including government, energy, and the environment, with an average salary potential of $86,301 after five to ten years.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Objectives: The program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge to solve challenging environmental problems and advance their careers in fields like business sustainability, environmental health, legal policy, and scientific research.
• Program Description: This flexible, multidisciplinary master's degree program is designed for individuals seeking to advance their careers in the rapidly expanding green job market.
The program is offered at a university heavily invested in research, with multiple disciplines associated with environmental sciences, policy, and environmental justice conservation.
• Program Options: The program offers two pathways:
• Non-thesis option:
Suitable for working environmental professionals.
• Thesis track: Allows students to customize their degree based on their interests.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Environmental Consultant
• Environmental Analyst
• Policy Analyst
• Environmental Advocate
• Resource Manager
• Job Titles of Alumni:
• Environmental Health Manager
• Operations Manager
• Environmental Scientist
• Environmental Planner
• Waste Specialist
• Principal Environmental Analyst
• Average Alumni Salary:
• Five to 10 years after graduation without additional education: $86,301
• Workplace Settings:
• Government
• Energy Resources
• Environment
• Private Sector
• Employers of Alumni:
• S.C. Department of Health & Environmental Control
• National Park Service
• Three Oaks Engineering
• South Carolina Department of Natural Resources
• U.S. Forest Service
• Wildlands Engineering, Inc.

Other:

• Program Highlights:
• Internship or Research:
Students can choose between completing a research thesis or an internship capstone project.
• Flexible Coursework: The program allows students to design an interdisciplinary degree program based on their prior experiences and career goals.
• Active Community: Students can enjoy guest speakers and participate in the Graduate Organization of the Earth, Ocean, and Environment.
• Financial Support: Qualified applicants can access opportunities for teaching assistantships, tuition waivers, and health insurance.
• Building Skills: The program focuses on developing the following skills:
• Cultural Awareness
• Data Analysis
• Laboratory Research
• Problem Solving
• Research
• Scientific Writing
• Advanced Degrees: Students can further their careers with post-graduate education, including a combination degree in Earth and Environmental Resources Management and Law (M.E.E.R.M.
& J.D. ).