Business Management
equine business management accountant advertising attorney marketing, public relations, pr, sales
Proximity to Horses: Removed
Specific careers related to business management: Positions may be related to specific operations or to businesses that provide support to the equine industry.
- Accountants
- Advertising
- Attorneys
- Management
- Marketing
- Public relations
- Sales
Preparation Required:
Colleges and Universities in the U.S. and abroad offer everything from short term extension or outreach programs to certificates and degrees in equine business management. It is also possible that an individual with an equine interest or experience might complete a degree program in one of these areas, preferably with an emphasis on the equine industry, and then pursue a career in this area. In all cases, experience and on-the-job-training will also play a major role in determining success in business management in the equine industry.
Educational Opportunities1:
To remain current, a professional in this field will participate in regular training activities and receive additional training and certificates as the job demands.
Certificates
- University of Maryland - http://www.equinestudies.umd.edu/programs/ebm.html
Continuing Education
- Business Education for Equine Veterinarians, Practice Managers and Key Staff - September 6-10, 2008 - Milwaukee, WI - http://www.equinebusinessmanagement.com/
Courses
- Equine Business Management online course provided by Stonebridge Associated Colleges - http://www.elearners.com/course/41145.htm
Equine Business Management Degrees and Specializations:
- Cazenovia College - http://www.cazenovia.edu/Default.aspx?tabid=543
- Johnson & Wales University - http://www.jwu.edu/business/deg_eqmgmt.htm
- Post University of Waterbury, Connecticut - http://www.post.edu/equine_management_curriculum.shtml
- St Andrew's Presbyterian College - http://www.sapc.edu/academics/equinebus/index.php
Scholarship Opportunities:
- The Race for Education - http://www.racingscholarships.com/page.php?page=programs
1Links do not indicate endorsement of the site or related organizations, but are provided as a starting point for the user in determining credibility and relevance for their purposes.
