Study Details: MSc 1 year full-time
The planet is currently facing unprecedented social, economic, and environmental challenges. Business is an important agent for change towards sustainability. It can be the start of innovation and lead to solutions for pressing problems of our time.
While studying, you'll learn to lead sustainability initiatives in a business setting. You'll develop the skills to work with local communities and the government to achieve positive societal and environmental outcomes.
Through our teaching, you'll gain expertise in independent and critical thinking. You'll have opportunities to work with external organisations, allowing you to apply your skills to real-world problems.
With dedicated placement support you'll be able to make the most of the opportunities open to you. Our careers and employability support extends after graduation, helping you to shape your career.
On graduation, you'll be well-placed for roles in internationally oriented companies, public institutions and organisations that strive for sustainability.
This course is taught in English at our campus in York.
2:1 or equivalent in any discipline or 2:2 with relevant professional experience.
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On graduation, you’ll be well-placed for roles in internationally oriented companies, public institutions or (non-governmental) organisations that are committed to international agreements and strive for sustainability.
Core modules:
Introduction to Sustainable Business
Change Management for Sustainability
Group Sustainability Business Project
Research Skills and Methods
Optional modules:
Environmental Management in Practice
Sustainable Business Innovation
Sustainable Business in a Global Context
Sustainable and Just Futures
Climate Science and Policy
Finance and Environmental Sustainability
Alternative Economies for Sustainable Business
Sustainability II: Understanding Sustainability as Change Through Time
Our modules may change to reflect the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff, and in line with Department/School academic planning.
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