Next course dates:
Feb 15, 2027 - Apr 25, 2027
During the course: You will be part of an online classroom for 10-weeks and join our students of the MSc Sustainability Management. This means during your course you can interact and learn from leading faculty, as well as network and exchange ideas with experienced professionals from around the world. As this is a part-time course, you can participate in it while continuing to work full-time, this also means you can apply learnings immediately into your role and organisation.
After the course: If you decide to later apply and successfully enrol for the full Online Master in Sustainability Management programme, you will be able to skip the completed course and have a tuition fee reduction.
For this course you do not need prior experience in sustainability. To register for the course, contact us via email: onlinemasters@rsm.nl.
By the end of this course you will be able to:
Apply governance insights to create long-term value and drive organisational change.
Curious to learn more about this course? Watch the video introduction to the course by Dr Emilio Marti.
During Corporate Governance for Sustainability you will also take part in the Skills Crash course Critically Assessing Research Papers, led by Dr Tony Choi. You will learn how to evaluate research, identify bias, interpret data, and distinguish evidence-based insights from unsupported claims. These are essential skills for making informed decisions in business, policy, consulting, and strategy.
You will participate in exercises that will develop the ability to think systemically, collaborate across cultures and stakeholder groups, and navigate complex sustainability challenges. Vital skills for driving collective action and creating impact in multi-stakeholder environments.
“Incredibly interesting material and Dr. Emilio Marti’s presentation, clarification and support made for an amazing experience.”
“I really liked the case studies provided. It helped me understand the concept better. His focus on critically assessing research paper has given me a new perspective.”
“Dr Emilio is an excellent knowledge partner, in a way that both educates but also challenges thoughts and make the learning environment accepting of different experiences, nuances and make space for co existence. I thoroughly enjoyed learning from other countries experiences and even more so a chance to discuss.”
“It was an engaging class, and both the material provided by the professor and the explanations were very clear. I found this especially valuable, as it helped me understand the practical application of the theory being taught.”
If you would like to sign up to this course, or if you have any questions, please get in touch with us by email. You can also schedule an online call.
We aim to get back to you within three working days.
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10 weeks | part-time | Sustainability Management
No required work experience
Understand what drives corporate sustainability performance
10 weeks | part-time | Sustainability Management
No required work experience
Examine responsibility and ethics as pillars of sustainability.
This sustainability course is a very popular choice for employers who are looking to support employee development.
Employers tend to offer partial or full financial assistance for employees who wish to deepen their sustainability management expertise. This support may come in the form of course fee reimbursement, professional development budgets or dedicated study‑leave schemes. For working professionals, employer funding can be a valuable way to invest in career growth while reducing personal costs.
This course is fully online, part-time and designed with flexibility to fit around the lives of working professionals. This means both the individual and the business benefit from the achievement and application of new cutting-edge skills without the need for potentially disruptive career breaks.
If you're considering registering this course, we recommend to talking to your employer first to see if they are able to support you.
If you're seeking more than a standalone course, the Online MSc in Sustainability Management offers a deeper and more transformative learning experience.
The master is designed for professionals around the world who want to advance into sustainability-focused or leadership roles, the programme provides in-depth expertise in sustainable business management, corporate sustainability, and sustainability leadership.
Through a practical, real-world approach, you will develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to address complex sustainability challenges and drive meaningful change within your organisation and beyond.
You will explore and apply the sustainability strategies used by leading organisations such as Unilever, Schneider Electric, Siemens, PayPal, and HP, preparing you to create impact where it matters most.
100% online, flexible, part-time, fully accredited Master of Science
Develop expertise in sustainability strategy, ESG regulations, leading organisational change & much more.
To sign up to this course please contact us via email at onlinemasters@rsm.nl with the course name and preferred course dates you would like to join. We aim to get back to you in 3 working days.
Yes, your employer can sponsor your course, and in different ways.
With many learners getting company support, either in terms of financing or time, approaching your organisation is probably the first place to start when thinking about financing options.
The course Corporate Governance for Sustainability is 10 weeks long.
The course is around 20-hours a week of study time. It is fully online and around 80% of the course is asynchronous (independent learning). This material can be readings, videos and lectures. The other 20% is optional live sessions. Learners are encouraged to join these as they are highly interactive and maximise learning.
The course Corporate Governance for Sustainability costs €4,000.
For further information on payment options, please contact us at onlinemasters@rsm.nl.
Yes, for the duration of the course Corporate Governance for Sustainability you will be a part of the real online classroom of the Online Master in Sustainability Management. You will be able to engage with fellow classmates and faculty.
The course Corporate Governance for Sustainability is designed for working professionals who are looking to gain more expertise in an area of sustainability management. You do not need prior experience in sustainability to apply.
Yes, if you decide to apply and successfully enrol for the next intake of the Online Master in Sustainability Management you are able to skip the completed course Corporate Governance for Sustainability and have a reduced tuition fee.
RSM is a world-class business school, globally recognised for its outstanding performance and commitment to excellence in business education. With over 50 years of experience in business management education, RSM remains dedicated to delivering exceptional learning experiences and staying at the forefront of global business science.
