Online MBA in
Sustainability
Management
Learn how to lead the sustainable transition. Implement strategies to provide low-carbon solutions.
Drive the change and connect with like-minded sustainability champions.
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START DATES
- On-Campus/ Livestreaming: February, September
- Online: January, April, July, October
DURATION
- 12 months
TUITION FEES
- Online: CHF 18,600
- On Campus – Milan: EUR 27,800
- On Campus – Gland / Livestreaming: CHF 27,800
LOCATION
- Online (Instructor-Led)
- Milan (Italy)
- Gland (Switzerland)
- Livestreaming
- Hybrid (On-Campus/Online)
CREDITS
42 US CTS
LANGUAGE
English
Executive Summary
The Online MBA in Sustainability Management is a premier 12-month program engineered for professionals seeking to propel their executive careers. By blending core business competencies with advanced sustainability strategies, this MBA empowers you to implement low-carbon solutions and drive corporate ESG initiatives, all while maintaining the flexibility to study from anywhere in the world.
| Program Duration | 12 Months |
| Study Formats | Online (Instructor-Led), Livestreaming, or On-Campus |
| Online Intakes | January, April, July, October |
| Campus/Livestreaming Intakes | September, February |
| Total Credits | 42 US CTS |
Discover the Program Curriculum
The MBA core courses enhance your executive leadership capabilities and consolidate your mastery of global management. The strategic modules in sustainability management guarantee you the tools necessary to effect change at the corporate level:
- Engage with high-quality weekly tasks, study materials, and curated video lectures.
- Participate in dynamic Online Discussion Forums with fellow executives, SUMAS Professors, and Corporate Faculty.
- Gain exclusive insights from renowned guest speakers via livestreaming or recorded sessions.
- Livestreaming study option available to connect in real-time with on-campus students and professors.
- Experience ultimate flexibility: Upon request, SUMAS MBA courses can be attended on campus in Switzerland or Italy.
Your MBA at a glance
NETWORKING
Connect with global like-minded fellow students and SUMAS Corporate Faculty
FLEXIBILITY
Participate in instructor-led online study. No campus presence required. Study and work full-time
SUSTAINABILITY CHAMPION
Lead the transition of organizations towards greener practices
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
6 Terms of 10 weeks each. 2-3 courses per Term
PRESTIGIOUS DEGREE
You will be awarded the same degree as if you were studying on-campus
CEO CHALLENGE
Practice how to be a successful CEO: Play a global competitive business simulation.
Your MBA at a glance
NETWORKING
Connect with global like-minded fellow students and SUMAS Corporate Faculty
FLEXIBILITY
Study self-paced online. No campus presence required. Study and work full-time
SUSTAINABILITY CHAMPION
Lead the transition of organizations towards greener practices
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
6 Terms of 10 weeks each. 2-3 courses per Term
PRESTIGIOUS DEGREE
You will be awarded the same degree as if you were studying on-campus
CEO CHALLENGE
Practice how to be a successful CEO: Play a global competitive business simulation.
Choose Your Preferred Way of Studying Globally
Lake Geneva Campus,
Switzerland
Milan City Campus,
Italy
Online Campus,
Instructor-Led
Livestreaming,
Into On-Campus Courses
How to Apply for Your MBA
Applying to the SUMAS MBA is seamless and fully digital. We operate a rolling admissions system for online and on-campus MBA intakes. For online, intakes are each July, October, January, and April; for on-campus, intakes are each September and February. Upon receipt of your application, our Admissions Team will guide you through the executive enrollment process.
Entry Requirements
- Scan of a valid passport or ID
- Official certified copy of transcripts and diplomas of Bachelor’s studies in Business or relevant fields, with certified translation (if not originally in English).
- CV/Resume indicating both complete education and any work experience in reverse chronological order
- Motivation Letter indicating why you wish to study at Sustainability Management School
- If you are not a native English speaker or you have not spent the last 3 years in an English-taught school or in an English-speaking work environment:
- TOEFL (minimum score of 550 PBT or 80 IBT)
- IELTS (minimum score of 6.0)
- Duolingo English Test (minimum score of 110)
- Other Standardized English Assessment
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why choose the SUMAS MBA in Sustainability Management?
The MBA is highly multidisciplinary, targeting a wide range of pivotal subjects—from finance and accounting to core sustainability issues. As the first business school to offer an MBA in Sustainability Management, SUMAS embeds environmental and social impacts into the mainstream of every business theory and practice.
Can I customize my MBA study formats?
Yes. SUMAS provides ultimate flexibility. You can study 100% online, attend via livestream, or combine online courses with on-campus modules in Switzerland or Italy, perfectly adapting to a full-time work schedule.
What are the primary career paths after the MBA?
MBA graduates frequently secure senior executive roles such as Sustainability Directors, ESG Managers, Supply Chain Managers, and CEOs. With a 98% employment rate, alumni are highly sought after by top-tier organizations like PepsiCo, Deloitte, and Julius Baer to shape corporate sustainability strategies.
Hear from our Alumni
”The knowledge and skills I acquired at SUMAS have already proven instrumental in my career progression. Leveraging my existing supply chain background, I successfully transitioned into an ESG role, where I can effectively integrate sustainability practices into organizational strategies.
Mark FisherSenior Sustainable Supply Chain Executive, Bae Systems, United Kingdom
”The main reason to choose the Sumas Sustainability Management MBA was based on the fact that the SUMAS MBA is multidisciplinary, targeting a wide-range of pivotal subjects, from finance, international finance, accounting to real hard-core sustainability issues.
Gisele WiddershovenFounder & Strategic Advisor, Blue Water Strategy
”After spending almost 10-15 years intensely on packaging sustainability it became clear to me that learning on the job can take me only to a certain point. But to make my work more meaningful and impact larger sustainability agenda within the organisation I had to seek a formal qualification. And so I chose SUMAS which was focussed only on sustainability.
Alvin GeorgeProcurement CoE - Scouting & Transformation, PepsiCo
”The MBA in Sustainability Management has the crucial edge of embedding sustainability throughout business theory and practice – at management, operational and systemic levels. It inspired a future-orientated vision that can still be applied in practice, today. It has taught me that sustainability is only the beginning of the future we all want.
Francini van StadenCo-Lead: One Planet Network Sustainable Public Procurement Programme, United Nations
”SUMAS MBA’s curriculum is a pioneer in the integration of environmental and social impacts in the mainstream of every business. Congratulations for a well deserved recognition as one of the best MBA Programs in Sustainability Online.
Angela Maria FonsecaCo-Chief Executive Officer, FactorTek
”This course provided me with the ability to articulate to leadership teams the importance of how crucial it is to transition to a more sustainable way of doing business.
Óonagh McArdleGlobal Sustainability Implementation Leader, Dow
Careers after this program
Careers after this program
Sustainability Consultant & Project Manager
MBA alumni frequently move into roles as Sustainability Consultants or Project Managers, where they lead initiatives aimed at integrating sustainable practices into various industries. These professionals are responsible for overseeing projects related to environmental sustainability, corporate responsibility, and sustainable development. Many alumni work with leading firms and corporations, including Deloitte, BMW, and Colliers, helping to shape and implement sustainability strategies that drive long-term environmental impact.
Notable positions include:
-
Senior Consultant for Corporate Sustainability and Climate Change
-
Sustainability Marketing Manager
-
Sustainability Consultant
-
Project Lead Climate Action & Circular Economy
-
Environmental Resources Management
Senior Leadership & Executive Roles
Many MBA alumni advance to Senior Leadership positions, overseeing entire sustainability programs or leading corporate sustainability strategies at the executive level. These roles, which often include titles such as Director of Sustainability, Chief Operating Officer, and Global Sustainability Director, allow alumni to shape company-wide decisions and long-term sustainability goals. Alumni in these positions ensure that sustainability is fully embedded within the organization, from operations to corporate governance. Graduates have attained leadership roles at companies like PepsiCo, Goodyear, SEPHORA, and Hikma Pharmaceuticals, where they guide the implementation of large-scale sustainability initiatives. These senior roles are crucial for steering companies toward sustainable business models that align with both regulatory demands and market expectations.
Notable positions include:
-
Co-Chief Executive Officer
-
Chief Operating Officer
-
Director of Sustainability
-
Global Senior Director – Sustainability Solutions
-
Administration, marketing and sustainability
ESG & Responsible Investment Roles
Alumni are also well-equipped to take on roles in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and Responsible Investment, fields that have grown significantly in recent years. In these positions, alumni help organizations implement ESG criteria, manage sustainable investment portfolios, and ensure compliance with global sustainability standards. These roles often involve working with investors and stakeholders to align financial performance with ethical and environmental goals. Alumni have gone on to work in prominent firms such as RBC, Julius Baer, and Cardano, where they play a key role in guiding investment strategies and advising on ESG risks. These positions are becoming increasingly important as businesses and investors prioritize responsible growth and long-term sustainability.
Notable positions include:
-
ESG Manager
-
Senior Responsible Investment Officer
-
M&A Associate
- Initiative operation leader
-
International bid manager
-
Environmental Manager
-
Innovation Manager
Supply Chain & Procurement Management
In sustainability-focused Supply Chain and Procurement Management, many MBA alumni have gone on to play a crucial role in making global supply chains more sustainable, efficient, and resilient. These professionals ensure that companies source materials responsibly, reduce waste, and meet sustainability goals throughout the supply chain. Alumni have secured positions at corporations like PepsiCo and Nestlé, overseeing sustainable procurement strategies and innovating in the sourcing of sustainable materials. Others have taken on senior positions at companies like Aramco and Procter & Gamble, managing procurement excellence and developing processes that integrate sustainability at every stage of the supply chain. These roles are key to reducing the environmental impact of global supply chains, from sourcing raw materials to managing waste.
Notable positions include:
-
Supply Chain Manager
-
Senior Sustainable Supply Chain Executive
-
Product Design and Management Consultant
-
Procurement manager
-
Sustainable procurement
-
Value chain sustainability
-
Sustainability reporting manager
Entrepreneur
A significant number of graduates use their MBA experience to become Founders or CEOs, creating businesses that focus on sustainability innovation and solving global environmental challenges. These entrepreneurs lead startups and social enterprises, offering solutions in areas such as renewable energy, eco-friendly products, and sustainability consulting. Graduates have founded companies that drive change in industries like consumer goods, wellness, and technology, bringing innovative ideas to the forefront of sustainability. These businesses create meaningful impact, tackling global issues from climate change to social responsibility. Notable graduates have launched ventures in fashion and wellness sectors, as well as environmental consulting firms.
Notable positions include:
-
Founder & President
-
Co-Founder
-
Creative Director
-
Sustainable Manager
-
Founder of a Sustainable Business
Specialised Technical Roles
Alumni of the MBA in Sustainability Management also find success in Specialized Technical Roles, where they combine their sustainability expertise with advanced technical skills to drive innovation in areas such as technology, engineering, and aviation. These roles are highly sought after in industries that rely on cutting-edge technology to reduce environmental impact and increase operational efficiency. Alumni have secured key positions at companies like Dell Technologies and Amazon.
Notable Positions Include:
-
Software Specialist
-
Technical Program Manager
-
Senior First Officer
-
IT manager
-
Sustainable IT manager
- Consultant & PM
-
Sustainability Consultant & Project Manager
MBA alumni frequently move into roles as Sustainability Consultants or Project Managers, where they lead initiatives aimed at integrating sustainable practices into various industries. These professionals are responsible for overseeing projects related to environmental sustainability, corporate responsibility, and sustainable development. Many alumni work with leading firms and corporations, including Deloitte, BMW, and Colliers, helping to shape and implement sustainability strategies that drive long-term environmental impact.
Notable positions include:
-
Senior Consultant for Corporate Sustainability and Climate Change
-
Sustainability Marketing Manager
-
Sustainability Consultant
-
Project Lead Climate Action & Circular Economy
-
Environmental Resources Management
-
- Leadership
-
Senior Leadership & Executive Roles
Many MBA alumni advance to Senior Leadership positions, overseeing entire sustainability programs or leading corporate sustainability strategies at the executive level. These roles, which often include titles such as Director of Sustainability, Chief Operating Officer, and Global Sustainability Director, allow alumni to shape company-wide decisions and long-term sustainability goals. Alumni in these positions ensure that sustainability is fully embedded within the organization, from operations to corporate governance. Graduates have attained leadership roles at companies like PepsiCo, Goodyear, SEPHORA, and Hikma Pharmaceuticals, where they guide the implementation of large-scale sustainability initiatives. These senior roles are crucial for steering companies toward sustainable business models that align with both regulatory demands and market expectations.
Notable positions include:
-
Co-Chief Executive Officer
-
Chief Operating Officer
-
Director of Sustainability
-
Global Senior Director – Sustainability Solutions
-
Administration, marketing and sustainability
-
- ESG & Investment
-
ESG & Responsible Investment Roles
Alumni are also well-equipped to take on roles in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and Responsible Investment, fields that have grown significantly in recent years. In these positions, alumni help organizations implement ESG criteria, manage sustainable investment portfolios, and ensure compliance with global sustainability standards. These roles often involve working with investors and stakeholders to align financial performance with ethical and environmental goals. Alumni have gone on to work in prominent firms such as RBC, Julius Baer, and Cardano, where they play a key role in guiding investment strategies and advising on ESG risks. These positions are becoming increasingly important as businesses and investors prioritize responsible growth and long-term sustainability.
Notable positions include:
-
ESG Manager
-
Senior Responsible Investment Officer
-
M&A Associate
- Initiative operation leader
-
International bid manager
-
Environmental Manager
-
Innovation Manager
-
- Supply Chain
-
Supply Chain & Procurement Management
In sustainability-focused Supply Chain and Procurement Management, many MBA alumni have gone on to play a crucial role in making global supply chains more sustainable, efficient, and resilient. These professionals ensure that companies source materials responsibly, reduce waste, and meet sustainability goals throughout the supply chain. Alumni have secured positions at corporations like PepsiCo and Nestlé, overseeing sustainable procurement strategies and innovating in the sourcing of sustainable materials. Others have taken on senior positions at companies like Aramco and Procter & Gamble, managing procurement excellence and developing processes that integrate sustainability at every stage of the supply chain. These roles are key to reducing the environmental impact of global supply chains, from sourcing raw materials to managing waste.
Notable positions include:
-
Supply Chain Manager
-
Senior Sustainable Supply Chain Executive
-
Product Design and Management Consultant
-
Procurement manager
-
Sustainable procurement
-
Value chain sustainability
-
Sustainability reporting manager
-
- Founder & CEO
-
Entrepreneur
A significant number of graduates use their MBA experience to become Founders or CEOs, creating businesses that focus on sustainability innovation and solving global environmental challenges. These entrepreneurs lead startups and social enterprises, offering solutions in areas such as renewable energy, eco-friendly products, and sustainability consulting. Graduates have founded companies that drive change in industries like consumer goods, wellness, and technology, bringing innovative ideas to the forefront of sustainability. These businesses create meaningful impact, tackling global issues from climate change to social responsibility. Notable graduates have launched ventures in fashion and wellness sectors, as well as environmental consulting firms.
Notable positions include:
-
Founder & President
-
Co-Founder
-
Creative Director
-
Sustainable Manager
-
Founder of a Sustainable Business
-
- Specialised
-
Specialised Technical Roles
Alumni of the MBA in Sustainability Management also find success in Specialized Technical Roles, where they combine their sustainability expertise with advanced technical skills to drive innovation in areas such as technology, engineering, and aviation. These roles are highly sought after in industries that rely on cutting-edge technology to reduce environmental impact and increase operational efficiency. Alumni have secured key positions at companies like Dell Technologies and Amazon.
Notable Positions Include:
-
Software Specialist
-
Technical Program Manager
-
Senior First Officer
-
IT manager
-
Sustainable IT manager
-
Why study at
SUMAS ?
With the knowledge of sustainability, your opportunities are endless.
World First in Sustainability Education
SUMAS is the first in the world to offer BBA & MBA programs in Sustainability Management.
Exceptional Career Outcomes
With a 98% graduate employment rate, SUMAS alumni consistently secure top managerial and leadership positions.
Truly Global Community
Diverse, multicultural campuses with 70+ nationalities that prepare students for international careers.
Real-World, High-Impact Projects
Students gain practical experience from top global sustainability projects with international companies.
Why study at
SUMAS ?
With the knowledge of sustainability, your opportunities are endless.
World First in Sustainability Education
SUMAS is the first in the world to offer BBA & MBA programs in Sustainability Management.
Exceptional Career Outcomes
With a 98% graduate employment rate, SUMAS alumni consistently secure top managerial and leadership positions.
Truly Global Community
A diverse, multicultural campus with 70+ nationalities that prepares students for international careers.
Real-World, High-Impact Projects
Students gain practical experience from top global sustainability projects with international companies.
Scholarships
SUMAS is committed to developing global leaders. Partial scholarships are offered to exemplary students who actively embrace the values and spirit of our institution. We offer 5 distinct scholarships to support your MBA studies:
- Responsible Leader Scholarship
- Women in Sustainability Scholarship
- Social Impact Scholarship
- Sustainable Business Practices Scholarship
- Future Leaders Scholarship
More information: SUMAS Graduate Scholarships
Academic Calendar
Fees & Funding
| MBA Lake Geneva Campus (Switzerland) | CHF 27,800 |
| MBA Livestreaming | |
| MBA Dual Campus (Italy/Switzerland) | |
| MBA Milan City Campus (Italy) | EUR 27,800 |
| Online Master of Business Administration (OMBA) | CHF 18,600 |
| Expenses and Materials | CHF 600 |
Please, note that the non-refundable application fee (CHF 200) is not included in these fees. Upon acceptance, candidates must submit a confirmation deposit (deducted from the tuition fees) in order to secure their seat for their program and campus of choice as per our student agreement.
Take the first step toward transforming your career and the planet. Learn more about our specialized MBA by downloading our detailed brochure, where you can explore our executive curriculum. Get inspired by our Experiential Camps and Projects, network with our powerful Alumni community, and immerse yourself in the SUMAS environment!
