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College of Natural Resources Forest Management Minor

Minor

Expand Your Understanding of Forest Ecosystems and Land Management

The Forest Management Minor at the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point (UWSP) is a 24-credit program designed to complement majors in natural resources, wildlife, environmental science, and sustainability. Administered by the Forestry Discipline, this minor enhances your ability to understand and manage forests, woodlands, and tree-based landscapes, even if your major does not focus specifically on forest management.

Whether you are interested in forest health, the forest products industry, or broader land management, this minor gives you the foundational knowledge and technical skills to succeed.

Who Should Add This Minor?

This minor is an ideal addition for students majoring in:

  • Wildlife Ecology
  • Environmental Science and Management
  • Conservation Law Enforcement
  • Biology
  • Conservation and Community Planning

If your career path involves working in or near forested landscapes, this minor provides the extra expertise you’ll need to be effective and collaborative.

Why Choose the Forest Management Minor?

  • Practical skills in managing forests and tree-dominated landscapes
  • Gain insight into the forest products industry — including logging, milling, and timber harvesting
  • Improve collaboration with landowners and land managers
  • Broaden your understanding of land use and environmental stewardship

Whether your focus is on ecology, wildlife, or environmental policy, this minor strengthens your qualifications and opens new job opportunities.

What You Will Learn

Students in the Forest Management Minor gain valuable knowledge in:

  • Forest ecology and silviculture
  • Landowner and stakeholder objectives
  • Forest operations and product flow (e.g., logging, milling)
  • Woodland and tree health management
  • Applied management strategies for forested environments

Career Opportunities

A Forest Management Minor supports careers in:

  • Natural Resource Agencies
  • Land Management and Conservation
  • Forestry and Timber Operations
  • Environmental Consulting
  • Nonprofits and NGOs in Conservation
  • Urban Forestry or Community Tree Planning

This minor enhances your versatility and makes you a more attractive candidate for roles that require coordination between forestry professionals and other environmental sectors.

Program Snapshot

  • Credits Required: 24
  • Eligibility: Open to all students, especially those in natural resources, sustainability, or environmental-related fields
  • Administered by: Forestry Discipline, College of Natural Resources
  • Course Format: In-person, hands-on learning with forest ecosystems focus

Learn More

To view course options or declare the Forest Management Minor, visit the UWSP Catalog page or contact your academic advisor.