Master of Sustainability Management
Interdisciplinary master’s programme blending management and sustainability for global career opportunities in private, public, and non-profit sectors.
Best for:Best for professionals and graduates seeking to specialize in sustainability leadership, with a background in management, social sciences, or related fields and a passion for interdisciplinary problem-solving.
Overview
The Master of Sustainability Management at the University of South-Eastern Norway equips students with research-based knowledge and practical skills to address complex sustainability challenges across economic, environmental, social, and cultural dimensions. This two-year, 120 ECTS programme bridges management and sustainability, offering specializations in finance, innovation, digitalization, and tourism. Delivered entirely in English on the vibrant Bø campus, it combines lectures, group work, and hands-on projects to foster collaborative problem-solving. Graduates emerge with competencies to lead sustainability initiatives in diverse sectors, including research pathways for PhD studies. The programme also emphasizes international exchange opportunities, enhancing global adaptability and employability.
What you'll do
- Develop research-based knowledge and practical skills to address complex sustainability challenges in economic, environmental, social, and cultural contexts.
- Engage in interdisciplinary coursework blending management principles with sustainability theories and practices.
- Participate in group projects, seminars, and hands-on experiences to solve real-world sustainability problems.
- Conduct independent study and contribute to collaborative efforts, including term papers, group work, and oral presentations.
- Specialize in areas such as sustainable finance, innovation strategy, digitalization, or tourism with a focus on global sustainability.
- Prepare for final assessments through a variety of tasks, including term papers, group projects, oral presentations, and written examinations.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as management, social sciences, economics, environmental studies, or related disciplines.
Language: English proficiency (no specific test score mentioned, but all courses are delivered in English)
Instruction: English
- Proficiency in English (all courses delivered in English)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams
- Basic understanding of management principles and sustainability concepts
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned
- Open to international applicants
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How to apply
Applicants must apply through the official University of South-Eastern Norway portal. The process involves submitting an online application form, academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency (if applicable), and a statement of purpose. Additional documents may be requested based on individual circumstances.
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Proof of English proficiency (if not from an English-taught undergraduate programme)
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- CV or resume
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