View of a brown bison grazing on snowy prairie grass.

Grow the Bison Industry as a Jackrabbit!

The Bison Studies Certificate at South à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã State University offers students a unique opportunity to gain specialized knowledge in bison production and management. This certificate program focuses on essential skills such as herd management, nutrition, grazing practices and à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã health protocols. With bison production at an all-time high in the U.S., and growing demand for bison meat, the need for skilled professionals is greater than ever. Backed by the Center of Excellence for Bison Studies and partnerships with leading industry experts, SDSU's program prepares students to support producers or enter the field themselves, whether raising bison for profit or within Native American communities.

Is it for you?
This program will be a good fit if you:
  • Enjoy working with or around livestock.
  • Are interested in conservation and livestock management.
  • Are passionate about à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã agriculture.
  • Like to be a steward of natural resources.
  • Enjoy hands on work with your courses.
Career Opportunities
Explore possible career opportunities with this degree:
  • Livestock enterprise manager
  • Park biologists
  • Animal health professionals
  • Conservationist
  • Livestock/Wildlife law enforcement
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