Masters in Global Strategy and Sustainability

at University of Edinburgh Business School

An overview of the MSc in Global Strategy and Sustainability programme structure, including details of the course information for semester 1 and semester 2.

A comprehensive Welcome Week provides an introduction to the programme, the School, and the University. Designed to be both informative and fun, it enables you to get acquainted with your classmates.

Through the selection of various option courses, you can tailor your studies towards your career interests.

Finally, your MSc dissertation brings all of the year’s learning together in a piece of work unique to each student.

Compulsory courses

• Corporate Responsibility
• Global Strategic Management
• Responsible Management of Digital Innovation
• Sustainable Business Practice
• Sustainability in Context
• Sustainable Business Consultancy Projects

Entrance to our MSc in Global Strategy and Sustainability programme is strongly competitive. You can increase your chances of a successful application by exceeding the minimum programme requirements.

You will need a UK first-class or 2:1 honours degree in one of the subjects below, or an equivalent international qualification.

• In business and commerce, management, finance, accounting, economics, international politics, international relations, science, engineering, or law.

• We may also consider applicants with a degree in a different subject area but who have relevant work experience or can demonstrate a high level of interest and engagement in environmental/social sustainability through work or voluntary activities. These are not required but may increase your chances of acceptance.

• India: 1st Class degree (60%+)

Supporting your application

• Relevant work experience and professional qualifications.

• Involvement with voluntary organisations or societies.

Applications from current undergraduates

Final year undergraduate students are welcome to apply, so long as your studies will be completed prior to the MSc programme commencement date.

English language tests

We accept the following English language qualifications at the grades specified:

• IELTS (International English Language Testing System): 7.0 (at least 6.0 in each section)

• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) iBT (including Special Home Edition): total 100 (at least 20 in each section)

Home    
£18,100

International (including EU)    
£25,300

Graduates from the University of Edinburgh are highly sought after globally. Our dedicated Student Development Team within the Business School will be an integral part of your student experience from day one. We are here to help you become equipped to maximise your potential in the global market.

The MSc in Global Strategy and Sustainability provides a unique opportunity for students. Students on the programme will have diverse educational backgrounds and work experience, and either want to pursue careers in a relevant field based on these backgrounds and incorporate sustainable and ethical strategic thinking, or will want to pursue a career specifically in sustainability.

Examples of roles and areas of work include:

• Strategy and Sustainability Analyst or Consultant
• Business Consultant
• Sustainability and Environmental Manager or Officer
• Sustainability Programme Manager
• Sustainability Communications Consultant
• Corporate Social Responsibility Manager
• Community Development Manager
• Business Development Manager or Consultant
• Regulatory Affairs Manager
• Supply Chain Manager
• Human Resources Manager
• Investment Banking
• Project Management