The second path leads to work on harmonizing our built and natural environments through what has come to be known as green development. In this arena, students may find themselves working as landscape architects, open space planners, or anti-sprawl advocates. As distinct from those who are primarily concerned with managing natural systems, this path is for those who wish to focus on building human habitats that are ecologically sound. The third path is for those concerned with community development. With this background a student would be better prepared to become a banker who invests in affordable housing projects or the manager of a community organization for a historic district.
Land use is the fourth path.
Students interested in urban growth management and policies that channel land to various urban, rural and conservation uses, may wish to pursue this track. The most common career for these students would be in city and regional planning, public administration, electoral politics, or growth management advocacy. The fifth path is public affairs or administration. Those interested in the public policy process as it relates to the built environment would be interested in this career. City management, politics, and advocacy work are all possible directions for students focusing on this part of the specialization.