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Master in Sustainability
Official degree issued by Universidad Europea de Madrid
| Campus-based | Alcobendas | 9 months, 60 ECTS | Start: October 2026 | Faculty of Economics, Business and Communication Sciences | Escuela de Sostenibilidad |
The Master’s Degree in Sustainability, Circular Economy and ESG is aimed at people with an interest in sustainable business management, the social and environmental impact that organisations have and how they handle environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors.
In its report titled ‘Jobs in Sustainability and Environment’ (Empleo en sostenibilidad y medio ambiente), Spanish job site Infoempleo reveals how job opportunities related to sustainability and environment are on the rise, and will continue to increase significantly over the next few years. The green economy provides jobs to more than half a million people in our country, representing 2.5% of total jobs. This figure is expected to double in the next ten years, providing up to 1.7 million new jobs.
ESG criteria are becoming increasingly important for investors and, as a result, for company managers and executives. These criteria focus on three factors:
- Environmental: the impact of the business’ activity on the environment and what it does to mitigate it.
- Social: the impact that the company has on its local community.
- Governance: corporate governance within the company.
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Study plan
Study plan structure
Programa de estudios
PRIMER CURSO
| Materia | ECTS | Tipo | Idioma de impartición |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESG: Introduction and International Context | 6 | OBLIGATORIA | English (EN) |
| Environmental Issues and Climate Change | 6 | OBLIGATORIA | English (EN) |
| Corporate Environmental Impacts | 6 | OBLIGATORIA | English (EN) |
| Sustainable Finance | 6 | OBLIGATORIA | English (EN) |
| Sustainable Production and Circular Economy | 6 | OBLIGATORIA | English (EN) |
| Corporate Social Impacts | 6 | OBLIGATORIA | English (EN) |
| Corporate Governance and Transparency | 6 | OBLIGATORIA | English (EN) |
| Marketing for Sustainable Organizations | 6 | OBLIGATORIA | English (EN) |
| External Academic Internships | 6 | OBLIGATORIA | English (EN) |
| Master’s Thesis | 6 | OBLIGATORIA | English (EN) |
Syllabus
ESG: Introduction and international context
- Introduction to the ESG system.
- The 2030 Agenda and the SDGs.
- EU policies on the subject of ESG.
- The European Green Pact.
- Sustainability reporting directives.
- The European sustainability taxonomy.
Environmental issues and climate change
- Introduction to environmental sciences.
- Climate change: causes and effects.
- Biodiversity loss.
- Pollution and waste.
- Other environmental problems.
- Systematic thinking for sustainability.
Environmental impacts of business
- Introduction to environmental economics.
- Economic instruments for environmental protection.
- GHG emission rights markets.
- Business and the environment: double materiality.
- Sustainability and strategy: environments of uncertainty.
Sustainable finance
- Risk management in financial companies.
- Environmental risk and financial risk (credit, market, operational).
- Sustainable investment.
- Sustainable financial products.
- Regulatory framework and institutional investments.
- Compliance.
Sustainable production and the circular economy
- Introduction to the circular economy.
- Regulatory framework, trends and innovation.
- Supply chain management.
- Efficient logistics.
- Digitalisation of the supply chain.
- Sustainable labelling.
Social impacts of business
- Company and society: double materiality.
- Social impact of the company in the global environment.
- Sustainable management of human resources.
- Indicators in social matters.
- Stakeholder management.
- Social entrepreneurship and new business models.
Corporate governance and transparency
- Legal framework of corporate governance.
- Management of NPOs.
- Risks and opportunities: sustainable leadership and change management.
- Indicators in the subject of governance.
- Transparency in ESG reporting: disclosure obligations.
- ESRS, ISSB & GRI standards.
Marketing for sustainable organisations
- Marketing strategy for sustainable organizations.
- Market analysis and segmentation.
- Entry and growth strategies.
- Responsible communication and reputation management.
- International sustainability & ESG rankings.
- Transition models.
External academic internships
Master's Degree Final Project
Employability
- Labour market
The circular economy will generate 24 million jobs in 2030 globally, according to the International Labour Organization. Its report ‘Impacts of circular economy policies on the labour market’ estimates that by 2030, the annual growth of employment related to circular economy will be 0.3%, amounting to around 700,000 new jobs. - Profile in high demand
In the coming years, companies will need more professionals who are trained in this area, as EU legislation is expanding on its ESG transparency requirements, while the number of companies that have the obligation to provide ESG information is increasing. This transparency will mean that consumers will be made aware of the environmental and social impacts of companies, compelling them to include ESG factors in their strategies and day-to-day management.
Student profile for the Master’s Degree in ESG, Sustainability and Circular Economy
These graduates will be able to work in areas such as:
Entry profile
The Master's Degree is aimed at students with the following entry profile:
MBA graduates.
Economics graduates.
International business graduates.
Business analytics graduates.
Environmental science graduates.
Law graduates.
Engineers (public works, organisation, industrial and similar).
Graduates with accredited work/professional experience in the field.
Career opportunities
After completing this Master's Degree you will be ready to work as:
Sustainability/ESG consultant.
Sustainability analyst.
Sustainability/ESG auditor.
Climate change consultant.
Supply chain and sustainability technician.
Sustainable finance analyst/consultant.
Admissions
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Frecuently asked questions
What will I learn in the Master in Sustainability?
You will learn how organisations integrate environmental, social and governance factors into business strategy. The programme covers climate change, the 2030 Agenda, the Sustainable Development Goals, circular economy, sustainable production, green finance, corporate governance and transparency.
What does ESG mean in this master’s degree?
ESG refers to environmental, social and governance factors. You will learn how companies measure and manage their environmental impact, their relationship with employees and communities, and the governance structures used to ensure responsible and transparent decision-making.
Does the programme cover circular economy and sustainable finance?
You will study circular business models, sustainable production and the role of green finance in investment and corporate strategy. The programme examines how these areas can help organisations respond to environmental challenges and changing regulatory expectations.
What makes this sustainability master’s different?
The programme combines business management, environmental impact, governance and finance from a multidisciplinary perspective. It also applies double materiality, analysing both how environmental and social issues affect a company and how the company affects society and the environment.
Is the Master in Sustainability practical?
The curriculum is updated according to market needs and uses practical, project-based learning. The Master’s Thesis is a key element through which students apply their knowledge to a business or sustainability challenge.
Who is the programme aimed at?
It is suitable for graduates and professionals interested in sustainable business management, corporate responsibility, ESG, circular economy, environmental strategy or sustainable finance. It can support professionals seeking to integrate sustainability into different company functions.
What career opportunities are available after the master’s in sustainability?
Graduates can work as sustainability or ESG consultants, sustainability analysts, ESG auditors, climate change consultants, sustainable supply chain specialists or sustainable finance analysts and consultants