Although there is no major or minor in Equine Studies, a certificate is offered for students interested in a career in the equine industry and for the student/amateur who would enjoy expanding her knowledge and experience in this area. The certificate is available in a management concentration and in a teaching and schooling concentration, and may be elected by students majoring in any department of the College. See the separate department listings for course descriptions.

Course Descriptions

The Equine Studies Certificate
(26-29 semester hours)

Required by both concentrations:
BUSN 107     (3)    Business Economics
BUSN 127     (4)    Accounting I
BUSN 150     (4)    Marketing and Social Media
BUSN 205     (4)    Management and Human Resources
RDPR 169    (0)    Basic Horse Care

Choose 1 of the following concentrations:
Management Concentration
Required:
BUSN 351     (3)    Applied Marketing Research
ENVR 101     (3)    Introduction to Environmental Issues
RDPR 361    (3)    Special Study
RDPR 390    (2)    Farm and Stable Management

OR

Teaching and Schooling Concentration
Required:
PSYC 101     (3)    Introductory Psychology
RDPR 295    (1)    Techniques for Student Teachers
RDPR 392    (3)    Theory and Practice of Schooling Horses
RDPR 396    (3)    Contemporary Riding and Teaching

Choose 1 of the following:
BIOL 222      (4)    Animal Behavior
EDUC 103    (3)    Teaching, Learning and Human Development
PSYC 231    (4)     Animal Learning
PSYC 334    (3)     Animal Minds

Course Descriptions