Careers in Environmental Economics & Policy
Department of Agricultural Economics
1 Agriculture Hall, East Lansing, MI 48824
(517) 355-1692 http://www.aec.msu.edu/agecon
1 Agriculture Hall, East Lansing, MI 48824
(517) 355-1692 http://www.aec.msu.edu/agecon
This program prepares students for careers that require balancing environmental sustainability and economic development goals. This major is a broad, integrated study of environmental economics, public finance, economic development, community and regional studies and environmental science.
Selected companies that hire after graduation:
- Environmental Interest Groups
- Industry Trade Associations
- Local Governments
- County and Regional Planning Offices
- Environmental Consulting Firms
- State and Federal Agencies
Sample job titles:
- Resource Management Specialist
- Environmental Consultant
- Environmental Policy Analyst
- Environmental Economics Analyst
- Environmental or Industry Lobbyist
- Legislative Assistant
| Average Starting Salary: | $30,000 |
| Salary Range: | $25,000-$38,000 |