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Sustainable Business Management Focus Area:
Hemp Industry and Science

Bachelor of Science

Next start date is January 13th. Applying is easy and free!

The Hemp Industry

Is Steadily Growing

The hemp industry offers new and exciting opportunities for entrepreneurs. By 2025, it is projected that hemp will be a $27 billion industry in the United States, and it’s more than just CBD. Hemp can be used as a sustainable alternative for clothing and plastics. It is also the source of CBD oil, which can be used in a variety of wellness and personal care products. Businesses have only begun to explore its uses. With the increasing awareness of hemp's versatility and eco-friendly nature, entrepreneurs have a wide range of possibilities to tap into this thriving market and contribute to its growth.

SBM with Focus on Hemp Industry and Science Program Overview

Unity Environmental University’s BS in Sustainable Business Management Focus: Hemp Industry and Science will prepare students to be innovative sustainability business leaders in the growing hemp, CBD, and Cannabis industries. This hemp program will provide practical expertise and professional skills to students interested in a profession that advances the sustainable business movement.


Career Outlook

Build your own business

Break into the hemp industry

$90k

Median salary of sales manager.

+23%

Projected 10-year growth of marketing strategist.

$78k

Median salary of general manager.


Source: Burning Glass Technologies. “Labor Insight™ Real-Time Labor Market Information Tool.” Updated March 11, 2020.


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Experiential and Immersive Coursework

The Science of Hemp and CBD Processing

Students learn the wide range of possibilities that the hemp industry offers. They explore the scientific techniques for growing, extracting the oil, and getting the most out of each plant. The hemp industry is rapidly growing and offers a plethora of career options and entrepreneurial possibilities.

Hemp Products, Production Systems, and Distribution

Having been cultivated for over 10,000 years, cannabis is one of the oldest agricultural crops in history. These hardy plants were grown by early humans for rope, seed, oil, fabric and medicine. Plants were selectively bred for industrial purposes, and have evolved into the type of cannabis we now know as hemp. Students will study the different products created from hemp, the technical requirements for oil extraction and processing, and the distribution challenges and potential opportunities that exist in the industry.

Understanding the Sustainable Business Landscape

This course introduces students to business with a focus on an organization’s environmental and social impact. Students will learn about the basics in corporate social responsibility, supply-chain management, finance, and non-financial reporting and accounting.


Degree Requirements and Courses

The BS in SBM with a focus on Hemp Industry and Science degree requires 120 credits, including 30 that must be completed at the 300 level or above. You may transfer in up to 90 credits from outside accredited institutions. For more details, browse our Sustainable Business Management degree checklist. View our full course catalog for a better look into your program, then apply online for free to get started.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is Hemp Industry and Science?

    The hemp industry and science represent a transformative sector focused on the sustainable cultivation and utilization of hemp, a versatile and eco-friendly plant. This field explores hemp's myriad uses, from textiles and building materials to health products and biofuels. Hemp cultivation supports environmental health by improving soil quality and requiring fewer pesticides and water than traditional crops.

    Scientifically, the industry delves into the plant's properties, maximizing its potential for sustainable innovations. The hemp industry is not just about producing goods; it's about leading a green revolution that prioritizes ecological balance and resource efficiency.

  • What courses will I be taking?

    General Education Core: 27 credits
    Environmental Professional Core: 13 credits
    Elective Courses: 50 credits
    Program Core: 30 credits

    • COMM 401: Using Social Media in a Global World
    • ECON 303: Macroeconomics for a Sustainable Planet
    • ENVS 101: Sustainable Solution to Globalization
    • FINC 201: Business Administration: Enterprise Accounting
    • FINC 401: Impact Investment for a Sustainable World
    • MGMT 201: Corporate Sustainability: Frameworks and Standards
    • MGMT 301: Starting Your Small Non-Profit
    • MGMT 403: Global Chain Supply Operations: Greening Your Business
    • MGMT 405: Achieving Net Zero through Carbon Accounting
    • MKTG 301: Environmental Marketing and Branding

    For course requirements and a better look into your program, view our full course catalog. Then apply online for free to get started.

  • How much does it cost?

    Your online education should be affordable and manageable. Our team of distance education concierges will work with you through the admissions process to help you plan and pay for your degree. Learn more about the costs here.

  • How fast can I finish?

    Our comprehensive 120-credit program can be tailored to fit your schedule and goals! Completion time is flexible, determined by the number of credits you choose to take each term (8 terms/year) and less time with transfer credits. Without transfer credits, you can anticipate the following completion times:

    • 48 credits/year: Fast-track your education in only 2.6 years
    • 30 credits/year: Achieve your degree in 4 years
    • 24 credits/year: Complete in just 5 years

Program Features


High Value Education: Nationally recognized for the quality of our programs delivered at an affordable price.

Social Mobility: Unity ranks in the top 15% of colleges in the U.S. for fostering upward mobility.

Sustainability Core: All programs are committed to sustainable practices, preparing you for a future of environmental awareness in all fields.

Flexible Learning: Balance work and education effortlessly by choosing when and where you want to study.

Flexible Start Dates: 8 start dates per year allows you to control your schedule

Personalized Guidance: Benefit from individualized academic and professional advising, where we are dedicated to turning your career and academic aspirations into tangible achievements.

Transfer-Friendly: Shorten your academic timeline, since we accept up to 90 credits to value your prior academic achievements.


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