B.S. in Global Resource Systems

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# 201-250QS Subject Rankings

48 monthsProgram duration

Environmental SciencesMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Environmental Sciences

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Global Resource Systems is an interdisciplinary, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences major that prepares students to make a difference in the world. The major emphasizes global engagement while equipping students with a strong technical competency in a resource area of their choice. The interdisciplinary program prepares students to work on complex global resource issues through leadership positions in global businesses, governmental agencies engaged in international trade and development, non-governmental organizations and globally engaged foundations, educational institutions, and volunteer organizations. It produces systemic thinkers and problem solvers with a global perspective who are trained in resource issues and able to lead teams representing high levels of cultural diversity. The Global Resource Systems undergraduate major employs a truly interdisciplinary and systemic approach to understanding complex global resource issues. Students develop a core set of technical competencies in a resource area selected from among the majors, minors and certificates offered by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Students choose a world region in which to specialize, develop competency in a relevant world language, and participate in a significant cross-cultural immersion experience. They carry out a senior project related to their resource specialization within the context of the world region. Multidisciplinary themes are developed in the context of the physical, biological and sociological factors affecting global resource systems. In this context, resource systems include agricultural (including crops, livestock and aquaculture), food, fuel, natural, environmental, biological, financial, governmental, institutional, human, knowledge, and other resources. Graduates of this program have transnational leadership skills and are successful integrators of various specializations on a team. They are skilled in applying a systemic perspective and developing solutions to complex global resource systems problems using innovativeness and creativity. Future professionals communicate effectively and demonstrate environmental awareness, exhibit an ethical perspective, and display clear analysis of how cultural diversity impacts work both here and abroad. They also recognize opportunities for learning after graduation. A degree in Global Resource Systems opens the door to employment opportunities in the many businesses and organizations that require globally competent employees.

Program overview

Main Subject

Environmental Sciences

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

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