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Designed with flexibility, to fit around your life. Access high-quality education and connect with top academic faculty regardless of location.
Upskill, switch careers, or accelerate career progression in sustainability management, all without putting work or personal life on hold.
Highly interactive sessions are organised weekly. Learners can join them to engage and connect with faculty and peers in real time.
Network with like-minded professionals from around the world. Learn in English, build intercultural and professional skills.
Sustainability is no longer optional for businesses and organisations, it’s a strategic imperative shaping industries worldwide. It means finding a balance between short-term profitability and long-term positive impact, while driving organisational growth.
This fully online, part-time master programme is designed for professionals who are passionate about tackling sustainability challenges. Throughout the programme you will apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges, gaining the knowledge, skills, and confidence to lead sustainable transformations. You will also explore and be able to implement the sustainable strategies used by companies like Unilever, Schneider Electric, Siemens, PayPal, and HP.
Watch the video below to discover more about the Master Sustainability Management and meet the faculty.
This digital brochure includes detailed information about:
The scope of the roles in the field of sustainability management is growing. Today, sustainability leadership spans multiple specialisations across industries, from climate strategy to ESG reporting and sustainable supply chains.
As a learner in the Online Master Sustainability Management, you can develop the skills and knowledge to develop your career and take a step towards high-impact, high-growth roles.
This master supports you to:
Graduates can move into roles such as:
In this video we talk to industry expert Thaddeus Anim-Somuah, Global Senior Manager Sustainability at Philips, about his career journey and the key challenges and trends shaping the field today.
If you're thinking about moving into the field of sustainability we encourage you to watch it to understand what the role can entail.
The programme’s flexibility enables me to integrate studying into daily life and has strengthened my purpose-driven work in sustainability. The Online Master Sustainability Management is a real launchpad for personal and professional growth!
The practicality of the modules and the sessions with real-world industry practitioners are just a few unique offerings of this online Master.
This experience has transformed my mindset and strengthened my confidence to step into sustainability strategy, consulting, or advisory roles.
The course has already helped me apply sustainability concepts directly to my work. It is taking me closer to the future growth I envisioned for myself.
The programme’s integration of environmental insight, policy analysis, strategic business thinking and transition theory has broadened the way I understand sustainable transformation.
The academic research and insights I have been exposed to so far have helped me conceptualise the complex sustainability topics that companies face, directly linking theory to the real-world issues I come across when working in sustainability reporting.
This master's program equips me with the necessary tools to more effectively convince decision-makers to implement new ideas. A significant benefit of this program is the immediate applicability of knowledge to my daily work.
Is the financial aspect holding you back from applying? We offer financial support through scholarships to help applicants pursue their educational and career goals. The scholarships are available to all applicants and can range from €500 to €2000 off tuition fees. Choose the scholarship that best fits with you and then apply.
1. To apply for any of the Online Master scholarships you must first ensure that you have completed your application, and submitted it. The application is completed in the RSM online application portal Embark.
2. After submitting your application, please record a short video no longer than three minutes addressing the following points:
3. Please send the video to us via e-mail to the Online Masters Team: onlinemasters@rsm.nl
This master is a great choice for organisations who are looking to upskill employees and build in-house expertise to navigate and meet ESG requirements, reduce risk, and drive measurable progress toward sustainability goals, while strengthening long-term business resilience.
We understand developing your people is a strategic investment. That's why we offer flexible financial arrangements to help you maximise your Learning and Development budget while ensuring your team accesses world-class education.
We can establish tailored agreements that may include corporate tuition arrangements, volume-based pricing for multiple participants or multi-year partnership frameworks.
The Online Master Sustainability Management lets you study anytime, anywhere, making it easier to balance your career ambitions with work and personal life. But flexibility doesn’t mean distance. Even though the programme is 100% online, it’s designed with a strong human focus at its core.
You won’t just watch recordings, you’ll be able to join live classes, take part in small group discussions, and engage in interactive Q&A sessions that create real conversations with professors and classmates. Faculty members are visible and approachable, offering personal feedback, hosting virtual office hours, and actively participating in discussions so you feel supported throughout your journey.
Beyond the classroom, dedicated learning advisors and programme managers regularly check in to help you stay on track. Through group projects, peer feedback, and discussion forums, you’ll build meaningful connections with fellow students across time zones. There are also informal moments to connect, such as virtual coffee chats, networking events, and alumni meetups, helping you grow your professional network.
Most importantly, the programme allows you to shape your studies around your own goals, creating a learning experience that feels personal, engaging, and tailored to you.
Receive personalised support and regular check-ins from day 1 until graduation. Their role is to ensure smooth course delivery, technical troubleshooting, and your success as a learner.
Highly interactive sessions are organised regularly. You are encouraged to join them to engage and connect with faculty and peers in real time.
The live sessions include lectures, panel discussions, and Q&A's.
Network with like-minded professionals from around the world, while building intercultural and professional skills.
The class size is capped to around 40 learners to ensure maximum engagement and foster community.
The programme is delivered fully online through the online campus by RSM via Erasmus University Rotterdam.
A blended learning approach is used, that comprises both live learning sessions and independent study, and which ensures flexibility as well as engagement. This blend empowers participants to engage with the content and peers in a manner that suits individual circumstances, while still fostering a sense of community within your own cohort.
The programme follows a structured and logical sequence of modules that enhance overall focus and group cohesion, and it develops and maintains a strong cohort dynamic. Students can participate effectively regardless of geographical location or time constraints, because of the flexibility provided with the diverse learning materials and formats.
At RSM, we believe sustainability is critical to business and leadership. We are dedicated to developing responsible, integrative thinkers and decision-makers who understand their impact on people, organisations, society, and the planet.
Our online master’s programme aims to accelerate the transition to a sustainable economy through management education, in line with Erasmus University Rotterdam’s mission to create positive social impact. This reflects our goal to educate leaders for a sustainable digital economy and to be a force for positive change.
All our programmes take an innovative approach that connects learning to real-world impact, especially the online MSc in Sustainability Management, where graduates gain the analytical skills and practical solutions needed to manage the responsibilities of corporations and businesses in times of global economic, social and environmental challenges.
We regularly host webinars packed with fresh insights, real-world ideas and special guest speakers.
Think of them as a sneak peek into what you’ll dive into in the master programme. You can catch all the full recordings on YouTube!
Thinking about moving to a career in sustainability? Discover what it takes to thrive as a sustainability manager and tackle the challenges shaping our future. Industry expert Thaddeus Anim-Somuah shares his career journey and discusses the key challenges and trends shaping the field today.
Professor Emilio Marti is joined by Mark van Baal, from the shareholder advocacy group Follow This, to explore how shareholder engagement can influence companies, particularly in light of the current ESG backlash.
Learn more about the Online MSc Sustainability Management the curriculum with Dr Emilio Marti, Academic Co-Director, and Kiran de Hart, International Student Recruitment Manager.
Professor Emilio Marti, Academic Co-Director, of the Sustainability Management online master, discusses the differences between successful corporate social responsibility and less successful attempts.
In this webinar Piero Morseletto, Academic Co-Director, of the Sustainability Management online master, joins academic experts with industry experts for a panel discussion on how organisations can achieve impact at scale through science-based targets.
This master is for professionals who are passionate and curious about sustainability, and want to develop practical skills, as well as apply theoretical knowledge to manage real-world challenges. It is for professionals who are looking to take their career in sustainability to the next level, as well as for those who want to transition and start a career in sustainability management. Therefore, a minimum of three years of work experience is required to apply, however, experience in the sustainability field itself is not necessary.
Applications for the September 2026 intake are organised in two rounds:
Round 1 deadline: 17 April 2026
Round 2 deadline: 17 July 2026
We are still accepting applications for the September 2026 intake but encourage applicants to submit their application as early as possible to increase chances of securing their place.
As a learner, you are expected to commit to around 19 hours of studying a week during the lecture periods.
Sustainability has become a booming career field with positions across companies and industries.
Here are some common job titles in the field of sustainability management:
Yes, we offer different ways to finance your master, such as payment plans.
There is also a wide range of scholarships and incentives now available for applicants (which can range from €500-€2000 off your tuition fees).
Please click here to read more about financing your online master.
Are online master’s graduates eligible for the Orientation (search) year permit in the Netherlands after graduation?
Yes, Online Master’s learners may be eligible for the orientation (search) year permit in the Netherlands. This permit allows you to stay in the Netherlands for up to one year after graduation to look for employment.
Please note that applications for the orientation (search) year permit are submitted directly to the IND. As a result, the university is unfortunately unable to support graduates with this application process.
For further details and official requirements, please visit: Residence permit for orientation year | IND
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