The minor in Park and Natural Resource Management is offered from the Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management (RWFM) for undergraduate majors to further refine their studies. This program focuses on integrating concepts of bio-environmental sciences, social and behavioral sciences, and policy and administrative decision-making to equip future land managers and related professionals with the background and skills necessary for the management of natural and cultural resources associated with conserving parks and other protected areas.

This minor is ideal for students interested in careers in recreation, park, and tourism fields, including those offered by state and federal agencies, private enterprises, non-profit organizations, youth camps, and environmental education programs.

Course List

Code	Title	Semester Credit Hours
RWFM 323	Parks and Protected Area Management	3
RWFM 345	Human Dimensions of Natural Resource Management and Policy	3
RWFM 346	Park Ecology and Management	3
RWFM 436	Natural Resources Policy	3
Select from the following: 1		6
ECCB 460/RPTS 460	Nature, Values, and Protected Areas
RWFM 322	Community Development and Sustainability
RWFM 336	Research Methods in the Human Dimensions of Natural Resources
RWFM 375	Conservation of Natural Resources
RWFM 400/ECCB 452	Study Abroad in Natural Resources
RWFM 470	Environmental Impact Assessment
Total Semester Credit Hours		18

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Students are responsible to check each course for required prerequisites.

Must make a grade of C or better in each course used towards minor.

Minimum of 6 hours must be 300-400 level.