
Degrees for the 21st Century and Beyond: Sustainable Development
What Is a Degree in Sustainable Development?
In short, a Degree in Sustainable Development prepares students to become responsible global citizens in their chosen career fields. Students learn about global environmental, economic, and social problems. Students explore and uncover the multitude of reasons behind these large global issues and foster the creation of solutions with sustainable outcomes for current and future generations. These teachings are often applied to the scope of local and regional sustainable development as well.Filters
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Master's Degree in Sustainable Development
With a graduate degree in Sustainable Development students will further perfect their skills to think critically, creatively, and independently. Students will further develop their writing and research skills while choosing an area(s) of Sustainable Development that peaks their interests for specialization. Environmentally Sustainable Development and Business are popular fields of study to fuse for specialization as is Sustainable Development and Public Policy.A comprehensive graduate program will encourage students to become active and engaged citizens in a complex global world. A Master’s is a popular choice for those choosing career paths such as research, writing, or teaching.
Jobs with a Master’s Degree in Sustainable Development:
- Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary- Teach courses in conservation science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. Median Annual Salary: $92,000.
- Public Relations Manager- Direct the creation of materials that will enhance the public image of their employer or client. Median Annual Salary: $118,000.
- Author- Develop written content for various types of media on Sustainable Development topics. Median Annual Salary: $122,000.
VA-Approved Schools Offering Master's Degrees in Sustainable Development
Ready to start your Master’s Degree in Sustainable Development? Check out these great programs.Troy University
Offers an Environmental and Biological Sciences Master’s Program. Troy University scores very highly with its support through many military and veteran support programs including credit for military, scholarships, dedicated counselor on campus, and reduced tuition for military-connected students, as well as participating in the Yellow Ribbon program.
Hawaii Pacific University
Offers a Master of Arts in Global Leadership and Sustainable Development (MAGLSD). Hawaii Pacific University participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.