Agriculture and Environmental Policy Graduate Certificate
Explore how public policy shapes agriculture, environmental sustainability, and the communities and industries that depend on them.
Program overview
Prepare to shape sustainable agricultural and environmental policy by building the knowledge and analytical skills needed to address complex public policy challenges.
Why study Agricultural and Environmental Policy?
Students explore agriculture, environmental sustainability, and policy development to gain a comprehensive understanding of the policy frameworks that shape sustainable practices in the agricultural and environmental sectors. Through case studies and policy analysis, students acquire the skills needed to navigate the complexities of policymaking related to environmentally responsible agricultural policies.
What can you do with a certificate in Agriculture and Environmental Policy?
The Agricultural and Environmental Policy certificate prepares graduate students to understand and address complex policy issues at the intersection of agriculture, environmental sustainability, and public policy. Graduates may pursue positions with government agencies, nonprofit organizations, agricultural associations, environmental advocacy groups, and policy research organizations. Common entry-level roles include policy analyst, program coordinator, sustainability specialist, legislative assistant, and research associate.
Featured Courses
AREC 530 Agricultural Policy
Evaluation of public policy as related to agricultural industry and rural areas.
HBS 541 Environmental Policy
Overview of contemporary environmental policy and its evolution. Examines the roles of values in the environmental arena. Provides a framework for policy analysis and analytical tools for selection and choosing among policy options.
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