Bachelor of Bio-Resource Management in Equine Management (Co-Op)

University of Guelph

The major in Equine Management focuses on the development of leaders with a genuine regard for all horses and their well-being, a conscious concern for the environment, and a passionate interest in all aspects of the horse industry. The program combines a solid background in business, biological sciences and equine management through practical and theoretical experience. It provides in-depth understanding of the economic, environmental and social dimensions of all equine disciplines with a broad and current knowledge of horse industry issues and develops the skills to gather, access, interpret and apply industry data. In consultation with the faculty advisor, students can participate in international exchange or semester abroad opportunities in semester 6. Students can also incorporate a variety of field trips, experiential learning in the workplace and independent research projects into their program.This major will require the completion of 20.00 credits: 14.00 from required courses, 5.00 from restricted electives and 1.00 electives. Of these credits, a minimum of 6.00 credits are required at the 3000-level or higher, of which at least 2.00 credits must be at the 4000-level.Experience a hands-on approach to learning about the management of horses and equine-associated industries and businesses with the Equine Management major. Learn about the biology, physiology and behaviour of horses and gain competencies in horse handling and routine care. The economic and management components of the program will develop your understanding of business, ethics, environment and sustainability for a leadership role in the industry.Your First Year in the Equine Management MajorBiology of Plants and Animals in Managed EcosystemsIntroduction to Molecular and Cellular BiologyIntroduction to Equine ManagementIntroductory Financial AccountingPrinciples of Animal Care and WelfareChemistryIntroductory MicroeconomicsFinancial AccountingSample CareersBreeding and foaling managerEquine event/facility managerEquine marketing, sales and promotionEquine nutrition consultantCo-Op: To be eligible to continue in the Co-op program, students must meet a minimum 70% cumulative average requirement after second semester, as well as meet all work term requirements. Please refer to the Co-operative Education program policy with respect to work term performance grading, work term report grading and program completion requirements.

College of Biological Science