Landscape & Lawn Management Certificate Program
Institute of Agricultural Technology
College of Agriculture &
Natural Resources
Michigan State University & Muskegon Community College
Program Description
The Landscape and Lawn Management program in Muskegon, Michigan allows you to combine horticulture courses with business courses to earn a MSU Certificate. The program provides a curriculum in the plant sciences area, as well as a business emphasis. In the landscape, turfgrass, and nursery industries, many employers and alumni testify to the significance of sound business knowledge in managing their companies.
The MSU Certificate is widely recognized by professionals
in the Landscape and Turfgrass industries, and there is great
demand for graduates of this program. The Certificate option
is great for those who want to gain immediate employment in
the industry, or improve their credentials for professional
development.
Academics & Facilities
MSU offers two to three courses each Fall and Spring semester in the evening at locations in Grand Rapids. Some classes are offered by ITV, an interactive
television system that connects you to the best instructors possible.
You meet your classmates in a special classroom that has interactive
TV technology, where you both see and hear your instructor.
Likewise, your instructor is able to answer your questions and speak
to you directly. Other classes are taught on-site in Grand Rapids
by MSU faculty and/or highly qualified and experienced industry
leaders. You may also connect to campus resources by computer from
home. As a Spartan, you'll receive an account with access to e-mail,
the internet, and library resources.
Internships
A professional internship is required. The internship places you in a professional learning environment that challenges your ability to combine knowledge and 'hands-on' mastery, and your interpersonal and professional skills. You'll earn credit for supervised on-the-job training.
Employers are eager to hire MSU graduates, in part because of the field
experience you'll take to that first job. Internships are individualized, and are as diverse as our students. You'll have flexibility in scheduling and employment options. Students are encouraged to seek new or expanded work opportunities for their internship rather than return to familiar employers.
Career Opportunities
- Landscape Design, Installation, and Construction
- Landscape Management
- Nursery Production and Management
- Retail/Wholesale Garden Center Management
- Irrigation Installation, Design, and Maintenance
- Botanic Gardens and Arboreta
- Opportunities for full-time positions are extremely favorable.
- Job placement throughout Michigan, across the US and internationally.
Who Should Enroll
Enrollment into the Landscape and Lawn Management Program is open to high school graduates and/or College students with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. No ACT or SAT exam scores are required. An official copy of your high school or college transcript should be sent directly to the address on the application form.
Since you'll actually be taking courses from two institutions, you'll need to be admitted to the Landscape & Lawn Management program through both MSU and MCC. The application, registration procedures, tuition and fees are administered independently by each institution.
Academic Advising
The MSU Landscape & Lawn Management Program Coordinator is available for personal advising prior to registration each semester. Call or email the Program Coordinator directly to schedule an appointment.
Application Procedures and Information
Institute of AGricultural Technology (AgTech Application Page)
120 Agriculture Hall
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48824-1039
517/355-0190 or Toll-free: 888/247-4832
Muskegon Community College Applications may be obtained by contacting
www.muskegoncc.edu
Financial Aid Information
Students are eligible for financial aid and should apply for financial aid through Michigan State University.
Contact Person
Mr. Marcus Duck
Landscape and Lawn Management Program
Coordinator & Advisor
A240-D Plant and Soil Science Building
East Lansing, MI 48824
517-355-5191 ext 1351
Dawn Meredith or Sandra Springer
MSU- West Office
940 Monroe NW, Suite 140
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Toll-free: 888/458-6805
Muskegon Community College Enrollment Services Offices
221 S. Quarterline Road
Muskegon, MI 49442
Toll-free: 866-711-4622
Fax: 231-777-0209
www.muskegoncc.edu