Ecotourism Minor

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Ecotourism is responsible travel that supports biodiversity conservation, builds environmental and cultural awareness and respect, and contributes to local economic and social development. The Ecotourism minor combines multidisciplinary knowledge and skills related to ecotourism, protected area management, outdoor recreation, environmental science, and business administration. The Ecotourism minor seeks to empower those who plan and implement ecotourism-related activities to see themselves as responsible hosts and stewards of earth’s most incredible natural resources.

Required Courses (21 Credit Hours)

ECT 165 - World Ecotourism Destinations and Cultures 3 Credit(s).
ECT 265 - Foundations of Ecotourism 3 Credit(s).
ECT 257 - Interpreting Culture and Nature 3 Credit(s).
ECT 312 - Protected Area Management 3 Credit(s).
ECT 357 - Applied Interpretation 3 Credit(s).
ECT 421 - Issues in Sustainable and Ecotourism 3 Credit(s).
REC 410 - Recreation Administration 3 Credit(s). *

Ecotourism Minor

Required Courses (21 Credit Hours)

Total Credit Hours Required: 21