Management Programs

George Mason University
Interdisciplinary Studies in Zoo and Aquarium Leadership
Dr. Thomas C. Wood
Assistant Professor
New Century College
(703)-993-3167, twood@gmu.edu, mais@gmu.edu
This Master of Arts degree prepares students for advanced careers in modern, professional zoos and aquariums. It offers three specializations within the concentration:
Leadership in Zoo/Aquarium Collections Management
Leadership in Zoo/Aquarium Administration
Leadership in Zoo/Aquarium Conservation Education
http://chss.gmu.edu/concentrations/show/LA-MAIS-ISIN-ZAL

Michigan State University
proMSc in Zoo and Aquarium Science Management
Dr. Richard Snider, Program Coordinator, snider@msu.edu
Department of Zoology
203 Natural Science Building
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48824-1115
(517) 355-4640
http://www.zas.msu.edu/

University of Plymouth
MSc/PgDip Zoo Conservation Biology
Postgraduate Admissions
Faculty of Science
University of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Plymouth PL4 8AA
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)1752 233093
This programme aims to provide the essential knowledge to support scientists working in areas of captive breeding, management of exotic animal species, and wildlife conservation. The programme is jointly delivered by staff of the University and Paignton Zoo Environment Park, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU.
science@plymouth.ac.uk
http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/course.asp?al=2&id=2678
http://www.paigntonzoo.org.uk/

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Please contact Susan Chan for more information about a career in zoo keeping, or contact your local zoological park and/or aquarium.