Alternative Energy Management - B.S. Degree
School of Business
Office: E336 Thompson Hall
(716) 673-3505
Dr. Julie Fitzpatrick, Chairperson
Email: julie.fitzpatrick@fredonia.edu
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Alternative Energy Management is a four-year interdisciplinary program designed to
equip students with the foundational knowledge of energy systems, analytical skills, and leadership abilities
necessary to excel in roles in energy operations, sustainability coordination, policy analysis, or business functions
within the renewable energy sector. Rooted in a data-driven approach, this program integrates the principles of
energy production with an in-depth examination of business strategy, environmental economics, and policy
development to prepare graduates for a range of professional opportunities in the field. Students will study business,
financial, and managerial principles within the context of energy-related organizations and develop proficiency in the
areas of regulatory understanding and ethical leadership. The program culminates with an internship designed to
provide experiential learning.
Major Requirements
Foundational Core:
| ACCT 201 | Principles of Financial Accounting | 3 |
| ACCT 202 | Principles of Managerial Accounting | 3 |
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| BIOL 115 | Environmental Biology | 3 |
| or | |
| CHEM 113 | Chemistry in the Environment: Issues and Solutions | 3 |
| or | |
| GEO 175 | Thirsty Planet | 3 |
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| CSIT 104 | Introduction to Microcomputer Software | 3 |
| ECON 200 | Fundamentals of Statistics for Business Administration and Economics | 3 |
| ECON 205 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| ECON 208 | Economics of Alternative Energy | 3 |
| ECON 210 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| ESCI 105 | Global Environmental Issues | 3 |
| MATH 120 | Survey of Calculus I | 3 |
| PHYS 201 | Introduction to Energy Science | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 33 |
Upper Level Requirements:
ECON 480 is a variable credit course, but must be taken for 3 credits
Total Credit Hours: 78