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Joint Master’s in Green Economy and Sustainable Future

An interdisciplinary master’s programme blending sustainability management, circular economy, and digital transformation across Europe.

Best for:Best for graduates in business, sustainability, or related fields seeking a globally oriented master’s with work-integrated learning and international mobility.

Savonia University of Applied Sciences · Kuopio, Finland
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sustainability managementcircular economydigital transformationapplied research in sustainabilitywork-integrated learninggreen transition
This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
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2 years (full-time, standard duration for master’s programme)
Start date
Flexible (typically aligned with academic calendar, e.g., Fall 2027)
Full-time
Location
Kuopio
Finland

Overview

This joint master’s programme, developed by EU4Dual alliance universities, prepares students for leadership roles in sustainability management through a unique blend of academic study and work-integrated learning. Spanning Finland, Austria, Croatia, and Spain, the curriculum focuses on sustainability management, circular economy principles, digital transformation, and applied research. Students engage in international mobility, completing semesters at partner institutions before relocating to their thesis university for the final semester. The programme emphasizes hands-on experience, connecting students with industry and regional ecosystems to foster a future-oriented, resource-efficient economy.

sustainable developmentgreen economyinternational mobilitywork-integrated learningleadership in sustainabilityEU-funded master’s programmebusiness administration for sustainabilitycross-border education

What you'll do

  • Develop and apply sustainability management strategies in real-world business contexts.
  • Engage in work-integrated learning through partnerships with industry and regional ecosystems.
  • Conduct applied research on circular economy principles and digital transformation in sustainability.
  • Participate in international mobility, studying at partner universities in Finland, Austria, Croatia, and Spain.
  • Complete a thesis project at a selected university, focusing on sustainability challenges.
  • Collaborate with peers and industry partners to address global sustainability goals.
  • Develop leadership skills for roles in sustainability management worldwide.

Requirements

Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Sustainability, Environmental Science, or a related field (90 ECTS credits).

Degree offered: Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Green Economy and Sustainable Future

Language: English (no specific proficiency test mentioned, but functional fluency required).

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Proficiency in English (language of instruction and work).
  • Basic understanding of sustainability principles and circular economy concepts.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in international and interdisciplinary teams.
Nice to have
Prior experience in sustainability-related projects or internships.Familiarity with digital tools for sustainability analysis.Interest in cross-cultural and cross-border collaboration.
Eligibility
  • Open to international applicants (no nationality restrictions mentioned).
  • No specific residency or age requirements mentioned.

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How to apply

Deadline: 2027-01-31 (estimated, based on typical Finnish application deadlines for master’s programmes) (Europe/Helsinki)

Applicants must submit their application through the official Studyinfo Finland portal. Required documents include a CV, a motivation letter, academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency (if not from an English-taught bachelor’s), and a portfolio or project description if applicable. Additional requirements may include letters of recommendation or a personal interview.

Documents required
  • CV
  • Motivation letter
  • Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
  • Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
  • Portfolio or project description (if relevant)
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EU4Dual Alliance Partner Universities
Savonia University of Applied Sciences
Finland
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