Sustainable Business Management Focus Area:
Renewable Energy
Bachelor of Science
Sustain the future
with renewable energy.
Did you know that workers in the clean energy industry, including wind energy and solar energy, earn higher and more equitable wages when compared to all workers nationally? Are you interested in doing your part to help preserve our natural resources and find alternatives to traditional energy sources? Are you concerned about the environment and have a passion for new technologies and innovation? Then a career in renewable energy is a great fit for you.
Program Overview
Unity Environmental University’s BS in Sustainable Business Management Focus: Renewable Energy will prepare students to be innovative sustainability business leaders in the growing green/renewable energy industry, including biomass and energy systems. This program will provide practical expertise and professional skills to students interested in a profession that advances the renewable energy movement.
Career Outlook
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Projected 10-year growth rate of marketing strategist.
Median salary of Green Construction Manager.
Projected 10-year growth rate of business / management analyst.
Projected 10-year growth rate of marketing strategist.
Median salary of Green Construction Manager.
Projected 10-year growth rate of business / management analyst.
Source: Burning Glass Technologies. “Labor Insight™ Real-Time Labor Market Information Tool.” Updated March 11, 2020.
Experiential and Immersive Coursework
Renewable Energy: Science, Technology, and Management
Renewable energy has vast growth potential. Students learn the possibilities and the challenges that face this industry. They will apply best practices and discover how to navigate the business of renewable energy in the green energy market.
Transformational Leadership
In this course, students explore strategies needed to become effective instruments of change. By using case studies from a variety of organizational contexts such as business, government, non-profit, community, and education, students will explore concepts of organizational behavior and culture, consensus building, and project management to lead effective change towards environmental sustainability.
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 Renewable Energy Courses
The BS in SBM focus: Renewable Energy 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 SBM Renewable Energy 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
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What is Renewable Energy?
Renewable energy is a transformative field focused on harnessing natural resources like sunlight, wind, and water to generate clean, sustainable power. Unlike fossil fuels, renewable energy sources are abundant and replenish naturally, minimizing environmental impact and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
This sector includes solar panels, wind turbines, hydroelectric systems, and geothermal plants, all designed to create a greener, more sustainable future. Renewable energy not only combats climate change but also promotes energy independence and economic growth. -
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.
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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.
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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 2% 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.
Experts in the Field
At Unity Environmental University, our faculty is composed of a wide range of environmental science experts who in addition to teaching, conduct their own research and various fieldwork.
Dr. Jennifer Clemons
Dr. Jennifer Clemons is your guide to the future of energy! With a dynamic background in Chemical Engineering and a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership, she's been shaping minds since 2009. As the Department Chair for Energy Technologies at Delaware Tech, Dr. Clemons is not just an educator; she's a certified NABCEP Photovoltaic (Solar) Instructor and Solar Today editor.
Bringing the world of renewables to life, Dr. Clemons has led Study Abroad courses to Denmark, Switzerland, and Japan, giving students firsthand insights into alternative energy technologies. Ready to explore the boundless possibilities of sustainable energy with a leader who walks the talk? Join Dr. Clemons on an educational journey that sparks innovation and lights up your future!
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Last Updated on December 9, 2024
