Description of the Programme Waste management specialists plan, implement and coordinate comprehensive waste management systems that are designed to maximize waste prevention, reuse and recycling opportunities. They can be involved in all stages of a project, for example establishing a company’s waste management goals and objectives, working with employees to help implement waste management policies and evaluating the success of management plans. Waste management specialists play a key role in minimizing the impact of waste and protecting the environment. Students will gain the knowledge and skills required in waste management including hazardous materials like chemicals and materials used to make smartphones, tablets, computers and other electronic devices as well as materials used in the development of pharmaceuticals which must be stored and disposed of properly. You will acquire knowledge and skills to: Plan and coordinate various waste management and recycling projects. Coordinate the documentation required to label, move, track and report waste and waste initiatives. Conduct research and analytical studies on a variety of waste management programs and issues. Develop appropriate and user-friendly waste management systems. Provide waste management training to a wide range of clients. Participate in auditing processes, including approvals, water monitoring reports, engineering designs and contingency planning. Duration of the Programme 4 years equivalent to 8 semesters Institutions offering the programme Kisii University Career Prospects Professionals are tasked with designing, implementing and monitoring waste collection and processing systems, procedures and policies; overseeing waste collection; designing and implementing recycling programs; managing recycling programs; and collecting, sorting and processing the recyclable material in compliance with government regulations. They are involved in policy development, outreach programmes, education and training initiatives, environmental protection and management, public health programmes, renewable energy generation, as well as research and development Potential employers National and county governments departments and agencies Environmental and engineering consulting firms Manufacturing and processing firms Waste management firms Recycling companies Other industries, for example, health care, pharmaceutical industry, automotive and tourism among others. Further Study Options Masters Degree Programmes M.Sc in Waste Management M.Sc in Environmental Management & Legislation M.Sc in Environmental Management (Waste, Energy, Water, Oil and Gas) Doctor of Philosophy Ph.D. in Waste Management Ph.D. in Waste Management and Treatment Ph.D. in Integrated Management of Water, Soil and Waste Ph.D. in Environmental Governance and Management
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