MA Corporate Sustainability Management

Shape sustainable transformations in the Master’s program in Corporate Sustainability Management (MA) and develop the skills to manage organisations in a data-driven, responsible and effective way.

Sustainability – data-driven, effective and future-proof

Sustainability is no longer a voluntary add-on, but a key success factor for modern organisations. Regulatory requirements such as the CSRD, social change and global transformations demand specialists and managers who think strategically about sustainability, manage it on a data-driven basis and communicate it credibly. The Master’s program in Corporate Sustainability Management combines management, business intelligence, sustainable brand management and leadership. You will study in a practice-oriented and international environment, engaging with real-world applications at the intersection of business, politics and society.

The study program in brief

  • Start date

    Summer semester (April) and winter semester (October)

  • Campus Location

    Berlin

    Language: English

  • Tuition fees

    890 EUR per month. *
    Take a look at our flexible financing options!

    * The traditional degree program is eligible for BAfög funding, while in the dual degree program, the partner company covers the tuition fees. The study advisory service will provide you with information about cost coverage and remuneration.

  • Duration

    2 semesters

  • Degree

    Master of Arts (MA)

Study Details

Find out more about the content of the MA Corporate Sustainability Management master’s program and your career opportunities after graduation.

Course content and Teaching

The program takes a holistic approach: sustainability is not viewed in isolation, but understood as an integrated management and governance task within a social context. Alongside fundamentals in business administration and strategy, you will acquire skills in sustainability communication, business intelligence, ESG reporting, leadership and resilience.

Teaching is interdisciplinary, practice-oriented and project-based. Real-world case studies, application-focused projects and current challenges from companies, NGOs and public institutions form an integral part of the curriculum.

Modules

The curriculum is structured into five core modules:

Sustainable Management
International corporate strategies, governance, political frameworks and sustainable business models.

Sustainable Leadership
Leadership, change management, corporate health, resilience and social transformation.

Sustainable Marketing
Sustainable branding, purpose management, stakeholder engagement and consumer psychology.

Business Intelligence
Statistics, market research, sustainability reporting (CSRD/ESRS), data science and analytics.

Master’s Thesis
A scientific thesis addressing a practical issue related to sustainable transformation.

Your profile

The program is designed for graduates from disciplines such as:

  • Business administration, management and marketing
  • Media and communication studies
  • Social sciences, political science or economics
  • Psychology or related fields

You should have an interest in sustainability, strategic challenges, data and social change, and a desire to take on responsibility within organisations.

Diverse career opportunities

Our Master’s program prepares professionals for forward-looking roles in companies, consultancies, NGOs, associations and public institutions. Graduates pursue a wide range of career opportunities, including:

ESG and sustainability managers
Specialists in ESG reporting/CSRD
Sustainable brand managers and purpose consultants
Change and transformation consultants
Data analysts for social impact/green business intelligence
Corporate health, people and culture managers

The combination of regulatory expertise, data skills and strong communication abilities provides excellent career prospects in a rapidly growing job market.

Dual studies – studying and working

The program is designed to be flexible, allowing it to be combined with professional activities or practical projects. Many modules use project-oriented assessments, enabling students to apply their learning directly in their professional work — for example, in sustainable branding, purpose management, stakeholder engagement or consumer psychology. This approach allows students to immediately translate their knowledge into strategic, communicative and psychologically informed decisions.

Credit

Academic achievements previously completed in related Master’s or certificate programmes may be credited upon request. Individual assessment is carried out by the Examination Board.

Recognition

Accreditation pending

Success Stories

All success stories
  • Fang Wen Hsiao

    „The lecturers and fellow students were full of passion and enthusiasm for marketing topics of all kinds, and I thoroughly enjoyed the courses.“

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  • Ali Kanchwala

    „Studying in Ireland has allowed me to travel and explore places I have always dreamed of, while also receiving a first-class academic education.“

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  • Alejandra Mosquera

    „The most enjoyable aspects of my current role are the tasks that allow me to be creative and to provide a behind-the-scenes look at the company on social media.“

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Your contact person in the Student Advisory Service

Do you have questions about studying? Then give us a call or arrange a consultation by email!

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