SITE SEARCH
Breaking News
Online Degree Rankings
Best Buy Online Degrees
Best Buy Online Degrees
An online degree can cost as little as $3,000 – or over $100,000. More than 12,000 online degrees and certificates – and no two charge the same tuition. Our affordability rankings reveal who offers the best – and worst – buys in online degrees.
 
Best Student Satisfaction
Best Student Satisfaction
Enrolled in an online degree program? Alumni of an online college? Visit your college or degree program in our directory and "grade" – rate and rank – its performance. Your opinion will help others "get educated" about the real-life ratings of thousands of online college programs.
 
Best Public Perception
Best Public Perception
Not all online colleges rate the same in the eyes of the public or potential employers. How does the public rate your online degree? Do they rank it high – or rate it low? Help rate and rank all the choices. Your opinion will help others "get educated" about the real-life reputation of thousands of online colleges.
 
Newsletter
Most Popular Articles
Career Center
CAREER CENTER HOME
 
Jobs in the environmental compliance field are expected to grow under the Democratic administration, as new regulations and enforcement provisions are likely to be enacted. Concerns over climate change and other environmental problems also are spurring growth of "green" jobs.
While the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook does not specify outlook for environmental managers, it does project growth for environmental engineers and environmental scientists of 25 percent through 2016, much faster than average.
Environmental health and safety managers earned an average base salary of $126,596 in May 2008, according to a survey of 97 companies employing 503 environmental managers conducted by the Foushee Group. Those managers who qualified for bonuses (a slightly smaller group) received average total compensation of $145,915.
By comparison, the average salary for an environmental engineer in 2006 was $70,000-plus, and that of an environmental scientist was $56,100, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Environmental managers coordinate and manage major environmental health and safety projects and programs. This includes environmental auditing for pollution or energy efficiency, hazardous material management and transportation, and real estate environmental assessment. Corporations hire environmental managers to help them develop environmental policy and achieve environmental goals.
The profession includes people with a variety of backgrounds, such as engineers (civil, chemical, and environmental); chemists, biologists, geologists, and environmental scientists; lawyers, financial managers, human resources directors, operations managers; and individuals who received specific training in environmental management.
Communications skills are important for environmental managers, who may need to explain complex environmental rules and regulations to a variety of people within a company in order to achieve goals.
Many colleges and universities today are offering bachelor's degrees or master's of science degrees in environmental management, including many online schools. Some bachelor's degree programs in environmental management are general in nature, while others focus on specific areas within the field, such as waste management.
Master's degrees tend to allow candidates to specialize in areas of interest. Those lacking master's degrees who are already working in the field may prefer to pursue online courses of study tailored to their jobs, while maintaining their work schedules.
As in most career areas, the more education you have, the more likely you are to land a higher paying job. Those with master's degrees and PhD's will have better opportunities for higher level jobs and higher salaries, though jobs also exist for those with only a bachelor's degree.
Certification. Certification is voluntary. Among available certifications are the Environmental Health and Safety Management Specialist (EHS) from the National Association of Safety Professionals and the Registered Environmental Manager from the National Registry of Environmental Professionals.
Entering the Field. While in college, pursue research assistantships in environmental work to increase your experience and contacts, and to make you more attractive to companies once you are in the job market.
Career Changers. You are more likely to move into a position as an environmental manager if you already have a job within the environmental field, due to its technical nature. For example, an environmental engineer or industrial hygienist with people skills who likes organizing projects may wish to move into environmental management.

If you do not have a job in an environmental field, consider going back to school—which can be done online—to earn a degree or certificate in an environmental subject, such as environmental science or environmental management.

Find online degrees in Environmental Management now. >>

 
Ask GetEducated!
Q I’m looking for an online MBA. I’ve found several that fit my budget but none are accredited by the AACSB. What is the AACSB? Do I really need a distance MBA degree that is accredited by them? —Roberta, Gary, IN
A The AACSB is the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International. It is considered the gold standard of business school accreditation. But not every student needs an AACSB-accredited MBA...
Q I was laid off from my job as a real estate agent and want to be a high school math teacher, but my bachelor’s degree is in psychology. Do I need a new degree in education? Will an online bachelor’s in education qualify me to become a licensed teacher? —Willis, Houston, Texas
A If you didn’t earn a bachelor’s degree in education years ago and you now want to teach in the public schools, don’t fret. Every state maintains what are termed “alternative teacher certification” programs...
 
Featured Programs
Northeastern University
Northeastern University, a world leader in practice-based education, is pleased to offer its MBA degree program in a convenient online format. As a student in the online MBA program, you will gain a solid foundation in all areas of business enterprise and be prepared to drive business growth in a global marketplace. Northeastern University is AACSB International accredited — this is the highest standard of accreditation for any business school worldwide.
Kaplan University
Kaplan University awards associate’s, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees and certificates in arts and sciences, business, education, management, criminal justice, legal studies, information systems and technology, nursing, and health sciences. The online learning platform offers adult learners flexibility and the courses teach real-world knowledge.
Military Resource Center
For active-duty military, reservists, veterans, and military families.
More than half of military students use online education. What do you need to know to find schools that best fit your needs? How can you find the best financial aid and scholarship package at your online school? Answers are here.

Jobs and Careers in Online and Distance Education
Online and distance schools need teachers.
The field of online education is growing and so is the need for teachers who can teach online. Check out our regularly updated list of online job opportunities, post your job availability, and visit our Online Resource Center, with tips, advice and free downloads for online educators.

Sponsors
 
GETV
Home | Articles | Media Coverage | About Us | News Releases | Privacy | Team Bios | History and Mission | Newsletter | Contact Us | Advertising Opportunities