Prof. Dr. Thomas Lontzek
Prof. Thomas Lontzek has been Professor of Economics at RWTH Aachen University since October 2016. In 2023, he took over the academic leadership of the new M.Sc. Sustainability Management at RWTH Business School.
M.Sc. Sustainability Management: Technology, Analytics & Transformation
Drive a more sustainable business world!
Master in Sustainability ManagementBe Part Of The Change
Become a highly sought-after sustainability enabler who has all the necessary expertise and management know-how to guide a company on its path to sustainable and responsible operations. You'll learn to lead sustainability projects, drawing on deep expertise in sustainable technology, climate change, social science, innovation and analytics. At the same time, you will contribute to greater profitability, efficiency, and corporate responsibility to achieve long-term sustainable development.
OverviewMaster Of Science In Sustainability Management
Become a holistic sustainability expert with the newly launched M.Sc. Sustainability Management at the business school of one of Germany's most renowned technical universities: RWTH Aachen University.
Language | English |
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Scope | 3 semesters, 90 CP |
Format | Full-time, on campus in Aachen, Germany |
Degree | Master of Science RWTH Aachen University |
Study Start | October 01, 2024 |
Costs | 30.000 EUR (Early Bird: 27.000 EUR) |
BenefitsWhy RWTH Business School?
Course ContentSustainability Expertise And Management Skills
A diverse combination of modules will provide you with cutting-edge knowledge to meet the challenges of climate change, changing consumer behavior, resource scarcity, as well as tightening political, environmental, and climate targets in a business-oriented context. In the compulsory modules, you will first get a global overview of the subject. You step into energy systems and markets, related data analysis and data management, technological innovations, and scientific contexts. In our exciting labs and elective modules, you have the opportunity to focus on your personal interests and dive deeper into the fields of data or innovation and technology.
3 Semesters90 CP
Compulsory Courses
Sustainability Essentials
- Sustainable Technologies & Innovation
- Energy Systems & Markets
- Earth System Science
- Sustainable Business Practices
- Sustainability Analytics
- Data & Information Management
Electives
Labs (choose 1)
- Analytics Lab
- Technology & Innovation Lab
Deep Dive Electives (choose 4)
- Life Cycle Assessment
- Sustainable Production
- Sustainable Consumer Behaviour
- Ethics & Behaviour in Organizations
- Development Analytics
- Sustainable Operations & Logistics
Compulsory Courses
Soft Skills
- Strategy & Sustainability
- Negotiating Sustainability
Master Thesis
Academic DirectorMeet The Academic Director Of The Program
Sustainability Managers In High Demand
The importance of sustainability and environmental management will increase vastly in the next decades. Here are the most important reasons why companies are investing in sustainability management professionals:
- Sustainability will become a huge competitive advantage
- Customers as well as investors have increasingly high expectations of corporate sustainability
- Political regulation of environmental and sustainability issues is increasing worldwide
- Implementing sustainable business practices can create new business opportunities
Job OptionsCareer Opportunities
After successfully completing this program, you will have a variety of core competencies that enable you to pursue your career in sustainability, environmental management, corporate responsibility, and other related fields.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSWho We Are Looking For
Please check if you fulfill all the admission criteria for the program. Note that we give preference to applicants who completely submit the necessary documents for the verification.
- First degree completed
- A minimum of 10 CP in mathematics and statistics
- At least 1 year of professional work experience
- TOEFL Internet based minimum of 90 pts. or
- IELTS (Academic) test minimum overall band 5,5 pts.,
- For German applicants: A certificate attesting English language skills at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This proof is provided, for example, by the submission of a German Abitur certificate, which shows that English has been continuously taught with at least sufficient marks.
Exemptions for the language requirements are only applicable for nationals or first degree holders from the USA, the UK, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, and Australia.
- CV
- Motivation letter
- At least one letter of recommendation
- Degree certificate
- Transcript of records
- English language certificate
- Proof of professional experience of at least 1 year
- APS certificate (for Chinese, Indian and Vietnamese applicants)
- Translation of submitted documents (if your documents are not in English or German)
- Not mandatory: Other proof of performance/assessment, e.g. German language certificate, further qualifications/certificates
