Master of Science (MSc)
International Sustainability Management
Integrate business acumen with climate science

Objectives of the programme

The obvious can no longer be ignored — climate change is having distinct impacts on every dimension of life around the world. The time to deliver new ways of thinking and operating to preserve our planet is now, and companies are certainly feeling the heat. Businesses, which have an out-sized impact on our society and culture, are more and more assuming  responsibility for a sustainable management of the economy and our livelihoods.

That’s where you come into play. All types of organisations are following that call. Governments are adapting infrastructure to reduce weather shocks on its citizens.  Renewable energy technologies need to be adapted to more sectors and resource-efficient solutions from a circular or sharing economy are spreading. Companies need to develop responsible supply chains in their global operations, and start-ups are developing innovative solutions for urban farming. Nearly all are being asked to report on and communicate their environmental and social impacts. 

The opportunities are vast. Business is changing, and they’re looking for passionate and knowledgeable experts to help meet their obligations to society and the environment while also driving impact and growth.

The Master in International Sustainability Management equips you with the knowledge and skills to address these opportunities with an interdisciplinary approach. As a Master of Science, the programme is grounded in science and research, but also takes on a business perspective. It offers a broad portfolio of classes on the different problems and their context, solutions to consider, and management tools to deal with the transition.

MSc in International Sustainability Management

Making that difference

The two-year programme is taught at ESCP’s Berlin and Paris campuses, with two fixed terms in each city. In term 5 you will write your Master's thesis. You'll do an internship in Term 6, wherever in the world you like. The class composition is highly international, with diverse takes on the problems we face and their solutions. This multicultural exposure and mobile lifestyle will ideally prepare you for a global career.

Nuanced discussions and intensive teamwork offer the chance to develop the interpersonal skills to argue your position and persuade others, as well as collaborate cross-culturally with your peers. You can get involved with ESCP student associations, and both the cities of Berlin and Paris, with robust sustainability commitments, allow you to directly engage in the larger community and build your network.

Representatives

Class of 2025

Class of 2026

European Academic Director

Prof. Dr. Sylvie Geisendorf - Chair and Professor of Environment and Economics - ESCP Berlin Campus

Prof. Dr. Oliver Laasch

Chair and Professor of Responsible Management
ESCP Berlin Campus

PhD Management and Innovation


Research areas: Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Management Practices, Alternative Business Models and their Innovation

Co-Director

Prof. Dr. Olivier Delbard - Coordinator of the Sustainability Department - ESCP Paris Campus

Prof. Dr. Olivier Delbard

Coordinator of the Sustainability Department
ESCP Paris Campus

PhD in Economics
HDR (French acad. qual. for Ph.D. supervisor)
Research areas: Business ethics, strategic and macro-economic issues of sustainable development and CSR

Accreditation

ACQUIN LogoThe MSc in International Sustainability Management has been state-accredited by the Senate Administration for Education, Science and Research of the Federal State of Berlin. The programme is also an internationally recognized state-accredited Master of Science degree by the Accreditation Council through ACQUIN since 2016 and in accordance with the Bologna reform. ACQUIN's accreditation is valid until 2031.

ACQUIN Akkreditierung

About the ESCP MSc

Our goal is to train experts who will be rapidly able to adapt, progress, and lead in a globalized world. The choice of a Full-Time MSc corresponds to a professional project and gives young graduates and managers a combination of high-value skills  and experiences sought by recruiters. Choosing this intensive format allows for immediate access to decision-making positions.

Consultancy Projects
Acting as a potential consultant but helping real companies

Offering students real-life experience with sustainability challenges faced by companies and developing their problem-solving skills.

About the 2023 edition

2024 INTAKE PROFILE

67 students
23 nationalities
5 continents

58%
Are business/economics graduates. All academic backgrounds are welcome!

23
Is the average age of students starting this programmes

27% male
73% female

Ethics, Responsibility and Sustainability

Integration of ERS into ESCP’s mission, governance, strategy and current operations

Read more about
Sustainability at ESCP

ESCP Berlin Campus
Sustainability Report 2022 [PDF]

Advisory Board in Sustainability Management
Business as usual is over

The Advisory Board in Sustainability Management consists of research, business and organisation experts and devoted itself to finding answers to essential questions within the field of sustainability management and sustainable business.

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