Students who study environmental management will often learn about the organizational, social and legal considerations in regard to protecting the environment. Each one will vary, but many programs will include classes in business management as well as environmental science.

Higher education in Colombia is done in the five common international languages namely English, French, Spanish Portuguese and Chinese. This has eliminated the issue of language barriers in these higher education institutions among other international students.

A bachelor's degree is given to students who fulfill the necessary requirements given by the college or university they are attending. The requirements include three to seven years of focus on a subject, typically referred to as a major or concentration.