Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management

The Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management program at Kansas State University offers students a comprehensive education designed to prepare them for leadership roles in the outdoor and wildlife industries. This innovative program combines principles of ecology, resource management, entrepreneurship, and business operations to equip graduates with the skills necessary to manage outdoor recreation businesses, wildlife enterprises, and conservation initiatives effectively. Students will explore topics such as wildlife habitat conservation, sustainable tourism, environmental policy, and outdoor enterprise development, gaining both technical knowledge and practical experience. Through hands-on projects, internships, and collaborative learning opportunities, students learn how to design, promote, and manage outdoor recreation services and wildlife enterprises that are environmentally sustainable and economically viable. The curriculum emphasizes leadership, communication, and strategic planning, preparing graduates to succeed in diverse career paths including outfitting, eco-tourism, wildlife management consulting, and outdoor recreation management. The program also emphasizes the importance of ethical practices, conservation awareness, and community engagement, fostering responsible stewardship of natural resources. With access to Kansas State University's state-of-the-art facilities, partnerships with industry professionals, and a vibrant campus environment, students are encouraged to develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges facing the outdoor and wildlife sectors today. Graduates of the Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management program are well-equipped to contribute positively to the sustainable development of outdoor recreation and wildlife enterprises, ensuring the preservation of natural resources for future generations while pursuing dynamic career opportunities in this growing field.

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline February (for scholarships), May (for Fall intake), October (for Spring intake) Tuition fee

• USD 294 Module (National)
• USD 747 Module (International)

*Tuition fee per one credit hour.

Start date January,August 2015 Credits 130 credits
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• English

Delivery mode On Campus Educational variant Full-time

Course Content

Courses include:

• Forest Resource Management

• Introduction to Natural Resource Management

• Introduction to Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management

• Internship for Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management

• Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise

• Management Senior Seminar

• Wildlife Conservation

• Wildlife Management and Techniques

• Fisheries Management and Techniques

Lecturers

One of the department’s greatest strengths is its faculty members, who are genuinely committed to teaching and serving as great advisors. They make it a point to get to know students, and there is a strong emphasis on individual attention. Advisors not only guide academics and assist with career planning, but are an excellent resource for finding help with student employment and other personal concerns.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL iBT® test : 79

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Requirements

International admission:

• Online international student undergraduate application
• $80 USD application fee
• A copy of your passport photo page
• Affidavit of Financial Support (pdf) and bank statement
• High school and university transcripts

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Alumni Study Travel Fund

  Scholarships for students who are already attending the University of Reading.

• Amsterdam Merit Scholarships

  The University of Amsterdam aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. Outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Kansas State University.

Funding

Earn part of the $21 million K-State awards each year in scholarships. They're awarded based on academics, activities, service and financial need.

Students are awarded only one academic or leadership scholarship, where the highest eligible dollar amount is given. Supplemental awards can increase these awards, but the prestigious Presidential Scholarship replaces any other award.

Accreditation

Kansas State University has been providing quality education to the residents of Kansas, the country and the world for the last 150 years.

Located in a community with nearly 60,000 people and more than 24,000 students, we are able to provide a safe and supportive environment for our students.

Kansas State University has 3 campus locations, two of which, Manhattan and Salina, have complete academic programs and on-campus housing. Olathe is the third and newest extension of the university, focusing on collaborating with industry and Kansas City K-12 schools.

Accreditation

Kansas State University has been continuously accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association (NCA) of Colleges and Schools since 1916.