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Animal science and management majors have the benefit of being educated in not only the fields of animal science, but also in marketing, economics, and accounting. You'll be part of one of the largest and most distinguished animal science departments in the world, gaining a strong background in the skills it takes to succeed in today's business world as well as in careers in all aspects of working with animals.
Real World
Animal science and management majors from UC Davis are currently working in agribusiness, banking and financial institutions, the Peace Corps, animal health and biotechnology. This is also an excellent major to consider if you would like to attend medical or graduate school.
Major Requirements
As an animal science and management major, you will begin your journey with courses designed to give you a fundamental knowledge of the natural sciences, such as nutrition, genetics, physiology and behavior. Once you've mastered the sciences, you will have the freedom to focus on the particular animal species that interests you (including horses, cattle, sheep, cats, dogs, goats, fish, crustaceans and others), as well as principles of managerial economics.
Major Adviser
Name: Meara W. Schmidt, M.Ed.
Contact: mwschmidt@ucdavis.edu, (530) 752-6118
A Student Perspective
The Animal Science and Management major is perfect for students who are interested in working with animals, not necessarily as veterinarians. For me, that means I'm preparing for a career with wild horses or in the horse industry. Here on campus, I work at the Center for Equine Health; I've also been a horseback riding guide at Yosemite. I feel that this major has prepared me for any type of management position in this area. I've had the flexibility to build my own major, tailoring the classes I take to provide myself with the knowledge to succeed in the career of my choice.
~ Rene LeFever, senior
A Faculty Perspective
Animal Science and Management majors are trained in the basic sciences as well as agribusiness and communication. This program provides students with a broad background that provides flexibility when selecting career options such as working in industry or pursuing graduate or professional school. All the classes I teach have labs that promote experiential learning. This format provides me with a great opportunity to get to know the students on an academic and personal level.
~ James Fadel, professor
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