| Overall Rating | Silver |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 47.61 |
| Liaison | John Stolz |
| Submission Date | March 6, 2025 |
Duquesne University
AC-4: Graduate Program
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
3.00 / 3.00 |
Meghan
Phillips Graduate Assistant Center for Environmental Research & Education |
Majors and degree programs
Name of the sustainability-focused graduate-level degree program:
A brief description of the graduate-level degree program:
Ranked 1st in the U.S. and 2nd in the world for preparing students to change the world by Corporate Knights, the one-year MBA format integrates multiple dimensions of sustainability in an experiential format. This program targets:
- Learning how to integrate sustainability in all dimensions of business
- Building on the expertise of top-ranked, industry professional faculty
- Developing innovative solutions for three client organizations with hands-on consulting projects that analyze situations, identify opportunities, and integrate the triple bottom line
- Tackling MBA Case Competitions to hone analytical and presentation skills
- Gaining perspectives on global sustainability during an international study trip
- Applying leadership strategies to instill positive change in sustainable development
- Advancing career paths with targeted resources created for success
The Duquesne University One-Year MBA program is among less than 6% of the world's business programs accredited by AACSB International.
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Additional degree programs (optional)
The Master of Science in Environmental Science and Management (ESM) provides students with the skills to assess environmental impact, implement effective monitoring systems, and develop sustainable solutions through a curriculum that combines environmental studies, sustainability studies, and natural resource management. Students have the freedom to choose a concentration and a variety of electives that will help them customize their degree program and attain their career goals.
The three concentrations are:
- The traditional concentration transcends mere theoretical knowledge, placing a strong emphasis on practical skills and expertise essential for navigating the intricate landscape of environmental science and management regulations.
- The conservation biology concentration offers a comprehensive understanding of ecological principles and the necessary tools to tackle pressing ecological challenges with a holistic perspective.
- The research concentration is tailored for students with an unwavering desire to delve deeply into a specific research topic and contribute to the advancement of environmental science and management. This concentration presents a unique opportunity to undertake and complete a graduate-level thesis, enabling students to cultivate specialized expertise, make invaluable contributions to the field, and establish a solid foundation for future research endeavors and professional growth in environmental science and management.
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Name of the sustainability-focused, graduate-level degree program (3rd program):
Students with this professional orientation in sociology focus on working with community-based organizations and public agencies aimed at social improvements in health, poverty, and community empowerment. This program emphasizes comprehensive methodological training with three distinct content areas of concentration:
- Community and Social Justice
- Health and Gerontology
- Criminal Justice and Society
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The name and website URLs of all other sustainability-focused graduate-level degree programs:
Minors, concentrations and certificates
Name of the graduate-level sustainability-focused minor, concentration or certificate:
A brief description of the graduate minor, concentration or certificate:
This certificate program provides students with theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and hands-on experience that will allow them to develop the skills needed to collect and analyze environmental data, as well as to develop and implement effective environmental management strategies. The professional certificate program explores a wide range of topics, including environmental chemistry, ecology, environmental risk assessment, environmental policy and regulation, sustainable development, and environmental management. Additionally, students can choose to specialize in an area of environmental science, such as conservation biology, energy and climate change, or environmental justice.
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Additional minors, concentrations and certificate programs (optional)
This certificate program provides students with a broad understanding of the key concepts, principles, and practices of environmental science, as well as the tools and techniques used in the industry. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including environmental policy and regulation, environmental risk assessment, environmental impact assessment, sustainable development, natural resource management, and conservation biology. In addition, students will learn about emerging environmental technologies and innovative approaches to solving environmental problems.
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