Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Equine Management

 

The purpose of the Equine Management Concentration is to prepare individuals to assume roles in businesses relating to horses. The format allows for a strong business background mixed with equine related courses that can prepare the student to deal with many aspects of the equine industry from owning a stable to managing a reproduction facility. Students will be required to work in a Becker associated stable caring for the horses on a daily basis. Some of the equine required courses will involve hands on work. In addition the student has the opportunity to take free electives (i.e. not required toward the degree) in equitation, dressage and other riding modalities.

All students (full or part-time) are required to demonstrate proof of medical insurance, a tetanus booster within the past 10 years, and a tuberculosis test within one year to participate in the equine courses of this major. Rabies pre-exposure prophylaxis immunization is strongly recommended. Students are required to either show proof of rabies immunization or sign a declination form. In addition, students must be able to easily lift at least 50 lbs. since work with horses may require movement of large bales of hay and feed, as well as restraint of 1000 lbs. or larger animals. Appropriate attire will be required for any class visiting an equine facility whether for laboratory or demonstration.

Graduates of this program should be able to demonstrate an understanding of business and management concepts in addition to an understanding and competency in the care of, handling of, and management of horses of all ages and physical abilities.

This sample curriculum sequence illustrates how a student might progress through the program.  Course sequence may vary as long as prerequisites are met.