Master of Science in Business for Social Impact and Sustainability

"Strategy for the Common Good" is designed to equip you with the knowledge and analytical tools to master strategic management in a rapidly changing world. This course will teach you how to make strategic decisions that foster sustainable growth across national boundaries. Through this course, you'll gain the skills to analyze and advise firms on the strategic choices necessary for sustainable growth. Prepare to lead with purpose, making strategic decisions that benefit both your organization and the broader world. Join us to become a catalyst for positive change, shaping strategies that ensure long-term success and a sustainable future. 

Unlock the power of data to drive sustainable impact with "Introduction to Quantitative Analysis." This course equips you with essential tools for applied research in sustainability, harnessing the growing volume of data to support informed decision-making. Dive into data analytics, visualization, and effective representation techniques that are crucial for crafting business strategies with a social impact. Explore statistical methods tailored for practical sustainability applications, learn best practices in data management, and master problem-solving skills using SPSS. Through engaging hands-on exercises, you'll transform data into actionable insights, enabling you to tackle real-world challenges and lead your organization towards a sustainable and impactful future. Join us to turn data into your most powerful ally for positive change. 

"Economic Concepts and Policy" provides you with essential analytical tools to understand and influence the global economy, focusing on how economic strategies can drive progress, prosperity, and sustainability. This course empowers you to tackle the pressing issues of our time by exploring the intersection of economics, sustainability, and policy-making. You will delve into: 

• The Foundational Principles of Macroeconomics & Microeconomics   

• Environmental Economics   

• Sustainable Development   

By the end of the course, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of the global political economy's structures and processes. You'll be equipped to analyze contemporary economic landscapes and develop practical, fact-based policy arguments to support sustainable business. Join us to transform your understanding of economics and become a leader in shaping a prosperous and sustainable future. 

Professionalism in the areas of social impact and entrepreneurship, sustainability or finance requires a hands-on, practical introduction to AI, with workshops focusing on real-world applications and industry-relevant tools. Students will explore AI types, data handling, workflows, ethics, and open-source tools, culminating in a group project with real-world potential. Each session combines theoretical knowledge, hands-on practice, and project development to prepare students for applying AI in various business contexts.

The "Money as a Force for Good" course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of how financial mechanisms can be leveraged to achieve sustainable social impact. In this course, students will explore how financial tools and structures can enable social and environmental impact. Covering the evolution of money and capital, microfinance, venture philanthropy, access to capital, and impact investing, this course uses practical applications to teach students how to make informed financial decisions that align with principles of sustainability and social good. 

The "Values-Based Leadership" course is designed to develop leaders who can navigate complex organizational environments with integrity, empathy, and a commitment to sustainability. Through a combination of theoretical frameworks, practical applications, and real-world case studies, students will learn to lead with purpose and influence and develop their career paths in alignment with their personal values. 

Businesses must adapt and lead responsibly in a world facing environmental degradation, economic inequality, and systemic challenges. "Navigating Global Change" equips students with the skills to address the most pressing global issues impacting business today. Mastering these areas will prepare future leaders with the necessary knowledge to rebalance equity across value chains, promote circular economies, and lead their organizations towards sustainable and inclusive growth. Join us in becoming part of the solution and shaping a better future for business and society. 

"Sustainability Policy and Metrics" equips you with the expertise to navigate the policy landscape in the sustainability sector.  You'll learn how to track progress towards sustainable business success, and use metrics like carbon footprinting to drive impactful change. Understanding these metrics is crucial for translating sustainability policies into actionable strategies that businesses and NGOs can implement. Through real-world examples and practical exercises, you'll develop the skills to analyze and report on sustainability impacts, ensuring that your strategies are both effective and compliant with governance standards.  

This course immerses you in the dynamic world of social entrepreneurship, equipping you with the skills to create innovative solutions to pressing social, economic, and political challenges.  Adopt a human-centered design perspective and engage in a hands-on approach to develop your own social enterprise, whether it's a nonprofit, for-profit, or hybrid model. Learn to critically assess social entrepreneurship across various contexts and craft a business model that balances financial returns with social and environmental impact. Through this course, you'll not only explore issues you care about deeply but also gain the practical tools to turn your ideas into reality. 

Unlock the potential of your brand with "Marketing Strategy for Sustainability." This dynamic course empowers you with the knowledge and skills to seamlessly integrate sustainability into your brand strategy. Move beyond traditional consumer-focused marketing and tackle broader sustainability challenges head-on. Learn to analyze the environmental and social impacts of your products, develop innovative sustainable marketing strategies, and communicate these effectively to consumers. Through engaging teaching methods, you'll discover how to drive positive change and achieve long-term business success by embedding sustainability into your brand’s core operations. 

Are you ready to put your skills to the ultimate test? The Capstone Project challenges you to create and execute a robust business plan that has social impact and sustainability at its core. Your performance will be evaluated on the quality of your deliverables, culminating in a high-stakes presentation to a simulated Board of Directors.  

This capstone is the pinnacle of your academic journey, allowing you to apply your business knowledge to a real-world social impact and sustainability issue. You'll complete a comprehensive report and presentation, analyze data, and propose innovative solutions for sustainable business success, considering economic, social, and environmental impacts. This project will hone your leadership skills and prepare you for real-world challenges in business and sustainability 

Step into the role of a Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) and lead your organization towards a sustainable future. This hands-on course equips you with the skills to assess business impacts on people and the planet, conduct thorough stakeholder analyses, and develop impactful sustainability initiatives. Dive deep into managing the organizational environment, ensuring that sustainability and social impact are embedded across the entire value chain—from sourcing and production to distribution and customer engagement. You'll design comprehensive sustainability strategies that address today's pressing issues and position your company as a leader in sustainable practices. Join us to become the driving force behind your company's commitment to a sustainable and prosperous future.