As our ecosystems and land management sectors change, how we study and work with them must change too. Work with stakeholders Land management agencies and industries can spend as much as 30% of their time consulting with the community and other stakeholders. So an advanced understanding of how people live with, use and feel about the ecosystems that surround them is increasingly important for all land management professionals. Throughout this course, you'll build hands-on, practical skills in the management of our biophysical environment while learning to successfully consult and collaborate with communities and other stakeholders. Created in consultation with industry The Master of Ecosystem Management and Conservation will address the industry’s continued need for strong leadership, problem-solving and cross-sector cooperation. We work with our industry, state government and NGO networks to build a course that will give you work-related skills for now and into the future, as we adapt our teaching to this constantly evolving discipline. Our new course will meet the needs of industry, the environment, and you. Course structure Successful completion of 200 credit point degree comprises: Core subjects (100 points) Professional skills subjects (12.5–25 points) Elective subjects (at least 50 points) Foundation subjects (25 points) Students are encouraged to undertake a 25-point Ecosystem Internship subject as their Professional Skills element, as this provides work-place experience, develops networks and a work-ready capstone experience. Students with a relevant prior degree from the University of Melbourne (or other university) can apply for advanced standing of up to 50 points which may remove one Semester of study. Career outcomes The strong core subjects in this degree set you up for a broad range of careers in the land management sector. The selection of four specialised electives allows you to build skills and knowledge in your target career area. Our graduates go on to work as: Nature reserve and conservation professionals Policy analysts Catchment managers and planners Forest and plantation carbon experts Landscape fire management professionals Community engagement officers Environmental managers Ecological consultants Forest and bushland managers Timber industry professionals