Master of Arts in Sustainable Entrepreneurship & Social Innovation (SESIN)
Develop sustainable social innovations through project-based learning and design thinking in a fully on-site programme.
Best for:Best for graduates with a Bachelor’s in economics or related fields who want to combine social innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability in a hands-on, project-driven environment.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Sustainable Entrepreneurship & Social Innovation (SESIN) at Eberswalde University for Sustainable Development offers a project-based curriculum designed to cultivate a socially entrepreneurial mindset. Students explore complex social challenges, prototype sustainable solutions using design thinking, and refine concepts into scalable business models. The programme blends 80% English and 20% German instruction, with a focus on impact assessment, financing strategies, and intercultural collaboration. It culminates in a Master’s thesis and a business simulation, preparing graduates to drive social transformation in diverse sectors. Ideal for graduates with an economics background seeking to merge innovation with sustainability.
What you'll do
- Develop and test sustainable social innovation concepts through project-based learning modules.
- Apply design thinking methodology to refine ideas into commercially viable business models.
- Conduct impact assessments and evaluate scalability of social innovation projects.
- Collaborate in interdisciplinary teams to address complex social challenges.
- Launch crowdfunding campaigns and pilot projects to implement innovations.
- Write a Master’s thesis under academic supervision, integrating research and practical experience.
- Participate in business simulations and reflective exercises to solidify entrepreneurial skills.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in economics, business administration, business psychology, business informatics, industrial engineering, or a related field with at least 180 ECTS credits. Must include at least 30 ECTS from distinct economics modules (e.g., general business administration, accounting, marketing, sustainability management).
Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA)
Language: German: B2 level (official certificate required); English: B2 level (official certificate required).
Instruction: English (80%) and German (20%)
- Proven academic background in economics or related disciplines.
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.
- Basic proficiency in project management and problem-solving.
- Willingness to engage in hands-on, practical innovation projects.
- Applicants from EU countries, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein: application deadline 1 March – 15 July.
- Applicants from non-EU countries: application deadline 1 March – 1 June.
- No age restrictions, but prior degree must be state-recognized.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-07-15 (Europe/Berlin)
Applicants must submit their application via the official portal uni-assist. Required documents include a completed application form, proof of degree, transcripts, language certificates (German B2 and English B2), a CV, and a letter of motivation. Non-EU applicants must also provide proof of health insurance and, in some cases, proof of financial means.
- Completed application form
- Proof of Bachelor’s degree and transcripts
- German B2 language certificate (official)
- English B2 language certificate (official)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letter of motivation
- Proof of health insurance (non-EU applicants)
- Proof of financial means (non-EU applicants, if required)
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