Master of Arts in Management (MAM) in Sustainable Fashion Management
Lead green innovations in the global fashion industry. Apply circular economy principles to the fashion industry and become the champion driving the sustainable transition.
Program Overview
The Master of Arts in Management in Sustainable Fashion Management prepares students to drive sustainable transitions in the global fashion industry by applying circular economy principles. The program combines core management courses with specialized sustainability modules, enabling graduates to lead green innovation projects and act as sustainability consultants. Students benefit from instruction by experienced professors and guest speakers representing top global companies, alongside opportunities to work on real-world projects with industry partners and international organizations. The curriculum integrates real-world industry projects guided by executives, fostering practical leadership experience alongside academic rigor. Students gain access to both the Milan Design District ecosystem and the Swiss Conservation Center network, building an international professional network across 70+ nationalities.
Core Curriculum
Career Outcomes
within 6 months
SUMAS graduates consistently secure top managerial and leadership positions. With a 90% employment rate, green talent from this program finds immediate employment across diverse industries, from fashion companies to innovative startups and international organizations.
Student Stories
“At SUMAS I have learnt the skills needed to attain successful teamwork, thanks to the many projects we are involved in.”
“SUMAS program has offered me the perfect combination between sustainability and luxury management which allowed me to start creating my career.”
Why Study at SUMAS?
World First in Sustainability Education
SUMAS is the pioneering institution globally offering BBA and MBA programs in Sustainability Management.
Exceptional Career Outcomes
90% graduate employment rate with alumni consistently securing top managerial and leadership positions.
Truly Global Community
Diverse, multicultural campuses with 70+ nationalities preparing students for international careers.
Real-World, High-Impact Projects
Students gain practical experience from top global sustainability projects with international companies.
Alumni
See all alumni →"At SUMAS I have learnt the skills needed to attain successful teamwork, thanks to the many projects we are involved in. It enabled the creation of a strong network and bond with the students."
Eloisa Zanotto
Librarian
Zanetti Bookstore · Italy
Class of 2025
Julia Sanford
Certified Consultant
Oceanic Global · United States
Class of 2025
Marsha Ann Greene
Assistant Professor
Fashion Institute of Technology · United States
Class of 2025
Inge Duiker
Educator – Technical Drawing
AMD Akademie Mode & Design · Netherlands
Class of 2025
Anne Maria Elise Janssen
Head of Buying & Sourcing
Independent · Netherlands
Class of 2025
Byanka Alzaga
Associate Denim Designer
AG Jeans · United States
Class of 2024
Cigdem Eksi Gun
Sustainability Consultant
Self-Employed · Turkey
Class of 2024
Isabella Ryan
Advisory Client Success Officer
Positive Luxury · United States
Class of 2024
3/5
hold senior positions
70+
countries represented
60:40
female to male ratio
Student Life
Students experience vibrant communities across two dynamic campuses: the Milan City Campus in Italy's design district and the Lake Geneva Campus in Switzerland's natural environment. With 70+ nationalities, the program fosters intercultural experiences among sustainability-minded peers, supported by a strong global alumni network spanning diverse industries and organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the MAM in Sustainable Fashion Management distinct from a general management master's?
The Master of Arts in Management (MAM) in Sustainable Fashion Management combines core management foundations with specialized modules that apply circular economy principles directly to the global fashion industry. Rather than treating sustainability as an add-on, the program places it at the center, preparing students to lead green innovation projects and act as sustainability consultants. The curriculum integrates real-world industry projects guided by executives, building practical leadership alongside academic rigor.
Where and how can I study the MAM in Sustainable Fashion Management?
The program is offered in four formats: On-Campus, Online Instructor-Led, Livestreaming, and Hybrid. On-campus study takes place at the Lake Geneva Campus in Gland, Switzerland, or the City Campus in Milan, Italy, with fully online and livestreaming options also available. Taught entirely in English, the MAM offers six start dates across the year: January, February, April, July, September, and October.
What careers does the MAM in Sustainable Fashion Management lead to?
Graduates pursue roles such as sustainability consultant, fashion industry sustainability manager, and green innovation leader, with some co-founding sustainable fashion ventures. SUMAS reports a 90% graduate employment rate, with talent placed across fashion companies, innovative startups, and international organizations. Access to the Milan Design District ecosystem and the Swiss Conservation Center network supports an international career launch.
How long is the MAM, and what are the admission requirements?
The MAM in Sustainable Fashion Management runs over 12 months and carries 30 to 36 US Credits (62 ECTS). Admission requires a certified Bachelor's degree in business or a relevant field, a CV, and a motivation letter explaining your interest in SUMAS. Applicants who are not native English speakers, or who have not spent the last three years in an English-taught environment, must provide an English proficiency test such as IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 80 IBT, or Duolingo 110.
Entry Requirements
- Valid passport or ID scan
- Official certified copy of Bachelor's transcripts and diplomas in Business or relevant field
- Certified English translation if documents not originally in English
- CV/Resume with complete education and work experience in reverse chronological order
- Motivation letter explaining interest in SUMAS studies
- English proficiency test if not native English speaker or no 3 years in English-taught environment
English Proficiency
IELTS: Minimum 6.0
TOEFL: Minimum 550 PBT or 80 IBT
Duolingo: Minimum 110
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