Want to do your part to conserve the environment? Natural resource managers develop conservation plans for nature parks and other natural resources to ensure they’re used in an ecologically sustainable way. Scientific knowledge and good oral and written communication skills are a must.
Education Requirements:
A four-year undergraduate degree in biology or chemistry is necessary as is knowledge of subjects such as economics and mathematics.
Job Prospects:
Natural resource management graduates will find careers with a private, public, academic or nonprofit focus in areas such as conservation biology, resource economics, environmental law and public policy.
Earning Power:
The average entry-level salary for a natural resource manager is approx. $28,000 but can rise to approx. $50,000 with added education, experience and expertise.
