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Our online learning experience combines the flexibility working professionals need with the human connection that makes learning meaningful.

During the Online Master in Sustainability Management, you'll be part of an interactive and engaging learning environment where ideas are shared, challenged and applied in real time. Through live classes, group discussions and collaborative projects, you'll learn alongside ambitious professionals from a wide range of industries, backgrounds and countries.

Regular interaction with faculty, industry experts and fellow learners creates a dynamic virtual classroom experience. You'll have opportunities to ask questions, exchange perspectives, work together on real-world challenges and build lasting connections with people who share your curiosity and drive to make an impact.

While the programme is designed to fit around your professional and personal commitments, you'll never feel like you're learning alone. The combination of live engagement, peer collaboration and ongoing support from the Programme Management team fosters a strong sense of community, helping you stay connected and motivated throughout your learning journey.

Wherever you're joining from, you'll become part of a diverse international cohort that enriches every conversation with unique experiences and perspectives. The result is an online learning experience that is flexible, collaborative and deeply human.

  • Your Programme Manager

    From day one to graduation, your dedicated Programme Manager provides a highly personalised level of support. 

    They ensure a seamless learning experience, offer proactive guidance, and act as your consistent point of contact, so you always feel supported, connected, and on track.

  • Regular live classes

    Experience regular dynamic, highly interactive live sessions, including lectures, practitioner insights, small-group discussions and Q&As. 

    Engage in real-time with faculty and peers, gain immediate feedback, deeper perspective and the kind of rich dialogue you would expect from a top-tier, in-person classroom. These sessions are not compulsory but encouraged to maximise learning.

  • Small cohorts

    Class size is capped at around 40 learners to maximise engagement and foster a sense of community. 

  • Easy-to-use online learning environment

    All your online learning materials can be accessed through the virtual learning environment (VLE), Canvas, the world's number one teaching and learning software. Canvas is accessible via desktop, laptop and mobile devices.

    Wondering what it's like? Explore our interactive Learning Journey Preview and experience the environment firsthand.

    You'll be able to navigate the learning platform and see what a typical week as a student may look like. Register using the link below to access the demo environment.

  • Practitioner sessions

    Go beyond theory and learn from industry professionals through interactive sessions featuring real-life case studies and practical insights. Engage in discussions, ask questions, and gain knowledge you can apply directly in your own work.

Learning material

The master is taught through both live online sessions as well as independent study content. This blend of learning material enables high engagement but also great flexibility for working professionals. As a learner, you are expected to commit to around 19 hours of studying a week during the lecture periods.

In this video, come with us behind the scenes to see how we create the independent learning material, such as videos and lectures. The study content is filmed on campus at Erasmus University Rotterdam. 

What our learners say

From our learners based around the world.

Melina Gkiolma

Sustainability Consultant, Koan, based in The Netherlands

"The flexibility of the programme, combined with the global perspectives of my classmates, has made this a truly transformative learning experience." 

Portrait of an Executive Master’s student in Sustainability Management.

Lucia Ariel Hotti

Environmental Management Associate, SAP, based in Germany

The programme’s flexibility enables me to integrate studying into daily life and has strengthened my purpose-driven work in sustainability.

Portrait of an Executive Master’s student in Sustainability Management.

Sena Mawuyra

HSEQ Environmental and Projects Engineer, Eni Ghana Exploration and Production Ltd. Based in Ghana

The practicality of the modules and the sessions with real-world industry practitioners are just a few unique offerings of this online Master.

Portrait of an Executive Master’s student in Sustainability Management.

Batian Nolte

Belgium Company, Environmental & Project Coordinator, lndrani, based in Belgium

The programme’s integration of environmental insight, policy analysis, strategic business thinking and transition theory has broadened the way I understand sustainable transformation.

Portrait of an Executive Master’s student in Sustainability Management.

Angelo De Jong

Process Engineer Sustainability, Shin-Etsu PVC B.V, based in The Netherlands

This master programme 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.

Portrait of an Executive Master’s student in Sustainability Management.

Support services for students

  • Personalised guidance during admission

    As an online learner, from the moment you show interest in our programme, a dedicated team of admissions professionals are there to guide you through the process and provide you with a personalised experience. RSM admission officers work hand-in-hand with the enrolment advisors to ensure you receive tailored guidance and support throughout the application process. Together, we carefully review your academic and financial requirements, answer your questions, and address your concerns to help you feel confident and prepared to take the next step toward achieving your educational aspirations.

  • Dedicated learning experience team

    Once you start the online MSc programme, our dedicated learning experience team provides you with tailored support on topics such as study and time management, academic writing and navigating the virtual campus. Beyond academics, our team also prioritises your well-being as a student by offering you, for instance, proactive check-in calls, to ensure you feel supported throughout your journey as an online learner.

  • Online library

    As an online student, you enjoy full access to the extensive online library of Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR), one of the best academic libraries in the world. With this resource, you have access to a vast collection of e-books, academic journals, research databases and digital archives –  just about everything you need to support your studies and enrich your learning experience. With 24/7 access and dedicated library support, you can study anytime, anywhere, thereby empowering you to achieve your goals without limits.

  • Effective onboarding experience

    Two weeks before the start of the programme, you and your cohort come together to participate in an onboarding experience that is designed to help you succeed in your online studies. This orientation introduces you to the virtual environment and helps you to navigate its features and tools. The online environment also gives you access to important resources on academic writing and integrity. With this resource, you gain the skills and understanding you need to meet high scholarly standards. Also covered are practical aspects, such as how to submit assignments, interact effectively with peers and teaching staff, and access and interpret personalised feedback.

  • IT Support

    To further ensure a smooth online learning journey, our IT team offers you continuous support; for example, we promptly address any technical issues to reduce stress and frustration. If you are a learner with a disability, we can offer you customised adaptations that have been developed in cooperation with teaching staff and with full respect for privacy.

  • Online events & networking opportunities

    Being one of RSM’s online students, you are an integral part of the EUR community. As such, you benefit from a variety of engaging online events designed to enhance your experience beyond the virtual classroom. Events such as sessions that focus on career development, wellbeing workshops, and networking opportunities with peers, alumni, and industry professionals. Additionally, as part of the official EUR student body, you receive invitations to events that take place both on campus and online. Whether it’s attending virtual career fairs, joining webinars or connecting at social gatherings, you receive many opportunities to grow, connect and thrive as part of RSM’s dynamic academic community.

FAQs: Life as an online learner

Yes. The Online Master in Sustainability Management is delivered entirely online, allowing you to study from anywhere in the world. You'll access course materials through our online learning platform and participate in live virtual classes, discussions and collaborative activities with faculty and fellow learners.

As a learner, you are expected to commit to around 19 hours of studying a week during the lecture periods. 

No. The learning experience is designed to be highly interactive. Alongside recorded content and self-paced study materials, you'll participate in live classes, group discussions, collaborative projects and activities that encourage active participation and engagement with your peers and faculty.

Studying online at RSM means combining the flexibility of remote learning with the connection and interaction of a classroom environment. You'll engage in live sessions, collaborate with classmates from around the world and learn from expert faculty in a dynamic virtual setting. The experience is designed to be engaging, supportive and highly collaborative.

Yes. Faculty play an active role in the learning experience through live classes, discussions, feedback sessions and academic support. You'll have opportunities to ask questions, exchange ideas and engage directly with the experts teaching your courses.

Absolutely. Throughout the programme, you'll work closely with fellow learners in discussions, group projects and class activities. Because you'll learn alongside the same cohort over time, many students build strong professional relationships and develop an international network that lasts beyond graduation.

The programme is designed for working professionals. Much of your learning can be completed at times that fit your schedule, allowing you to balance study with career and personal commitments. At the same time, live sessions help create a connected and engaging learning experience.

You'll join a diverse international cohort of professionals from different industries, organisations and professional backgrounds. This global mix enriches discussions and provides valuable insights into sustainability challenges and opportunities across sectors and regions.

You'll need a reliable internet connection and a computer capable of accessing the online learning platform and participating in live virtual classes. The programme is designed to make online participation straightforward and accessible for learners around the world.

Networking happens naturally through live classes, group projects, discussions and interactions with your international cohort. You'll have regular opportunities to exchange ideas, share experiences and build meaningful connections with professionals who share an interest in sustainability and creating positive impact.

Would you like to ask something else?

Feel free to contact the Online Masters Team for more in depth information about the online learning experience, or for any other questions you might have regarding the Online Master in Sustainability Management.

You can reach out to us via email, WhatsApp or via an online call. We aim to reply to your enquiry within three working days.

Upcoming events & webinars

Join an information session to find out more about the online learning experience

Sustainability Management YouTube playlist

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!

Mastering Corporate Sustainability with Dr. Emilio Marti

Explore the forces reshaping sustainability in business. Learn more about the Online MSc Sustainability Management and how it supports professionals looking to grow or transition into sustainability roles.

Full webinar

Thriving in Sustainability: Career Paths & Key Challenges

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.

Online session

Sustainability Management: How young professionals can make an impact

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. 

Full webinar

Online MSc Sustainability Management: Curriculum, faculty, Admissions

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.

Full Information Session

Emilio Marti on Corporate Social Responsibility

Professor Emilio Marti, Academic Co-Director, of the Sustainability Management online master, discusses the differences between successful corporate social responsibility and less successful attempts.

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Setting corporate targets for climate action

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.

Full webinar