P.S.M. in Zoo, Aquarium, and Animal Shelter Management (Online)

Developed in cooperation with leaders of professional animal organizations that represent the leading edge of animal welfare and conservation, CSU’s online Professional Science Master's (P.S.M.) program with a specialization in Zoo, Aquarium, and Animal Shelter Management prepares students to: Lead nonprofit organizations focused on the welfare of animals in human-managed care Communicate strategically with a variety of stakeholders Market and fundraise effectively Successfully manage people, processes, and operations Work independently and collaboratively to pursue answers, challenge assumptions, and exercise ethical responsibility within the field Gain the skills to become a well-rounded, strategic leader Start building the advanced knowledge to guide the long-term success of zoos, aquariums, animal shelters, and similar organizations by studying the science of animal behavior; physiology, reproduction, and nutrition; fundamentals of leadership, management, and nonprofit business operations; and more. After successful completion of this program, you will have the knowledge to: Strategically lead a nonprofit organization with multiple revenue streams Manage productive teams of full-time, part-time, and volunteer staff Understand and apply modern best practices in animal welfare Communicate organizational goals and missionvalues to the media and general public Leverage networking and collaboration to achieve positive long-term outcomes A track record of success CSU's on-campus P.S.M. program has a nearly 100% graduation rate. Approximately 90% of CSU’s recent P.S.M. grads received job offers at or before graduation. Accreditation CSU's P.S.M. program is accredited by the National Professional Science Master’s Association (NPSMA). What is a Professional Science Master’s Professional Science Master’s (P.S.M.) degrees are developed in partnership between a college or university and industry partners, often to meet growing industry demand for advanced training in an emerging or evolving field. In addition to a multi-disciplinary curriculum, these programs typically include applied, real-world learning components, such as a professional internship or capstone project.