
Sustainability Management School
BBA in Sustainability ManagementDURATION
3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 18,800 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* tuition fee | expenses and materials: €500
Key Summary
Introduction
Become a Future Leader in Sustainability and International Business
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Sustainability Management at the Sustainability Management School (SUMAS) is designed for forward-thinking students who aspire to lead global change in business and society. This undergraduate program combines the principles of sustainability studies, sustainable economic studies, and international business administration, empowering students to understand how to build profitable, responsible, and impactful organizations.
With the growing demand for companies to integrate environmental and social goals into core strategy, sustainability management has become one of the most dynamic and essential fields in today’s business world. This BBA program equips students with the knowledge and tools needed to implement sustainable practices, evaluate the environmental impact of business operations, and design long-term solutions that align with the triple bottom line: people, planet, and profit.
A Business Degree Rooted in Sustainability and Innovation
Throughout the program, students study core subjects in business administration, including finance, marketing, operations, and leadership, while learning how to apply them through the lens of sustainability. Courses focus on the practical integration of sustainability management principles in both local and global business environments.
By combining international business administration with sustainable economic studies, this BBA offers a truly interdisciplinary perspective. Students are trained to evaluate global challenges such as climate change, resource scarcity, and ethical supply chains—and to turn these into business opportunities that drive long-term value.
Learning from Real Companies and Real-World Challenges
The BBA emphasizes practical experience. Students engage in case studies with real companies, gaining insights into how leading organizations are transforming operations, governance, and strategy to meet sustainability goals. Through these real-world business challenges, students develop practical skills in decision-making, impact assessment, and sustainable innovation.
Global Perspective, Responsible Leadership
As part of a diverse and international student community, learners benefit from global perspectives in business administration and sustainability leadership. The program emphasizes ethical decision-making and critical thinking—essential traits for managing complexity in today’s interconnected economy.
Delivered in a dynamic and supportive learning environment, the BBA in Sustainability Management empowers students to pursue meaningful careers in sustainability management, international business administration, or advanced sustainability studies. Whether your ambition is to join a global company, launch your own sustainable business, or influence public policy, this degree provides the academic foundation and ethical mindset to make a real-world difference.
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Curriculum
Program Organisation:
Content: 33 modules including Experiential Camps and Business Simulations.
9 specialized modules and projects in collaboration with executives.
Program Experience:
As an undergraduate student, you will be exposed to real business operations through regular interaction with the business community and corporate world.
Starting Dates: February and September.
Experiential Camps
Our experiential camps based around the world will help to raise your awareness of sustainable living and will allow you to develop practical solutions to environmental challenges.
GNH (Gross National Happiness) - Bhutan
Learn about Bhutan's unique outlook on sustainability and holistic happiness while enjoying the scenic landscape of this unique country.
Eco-tourism - Iceland
Lectures about the country’s growing eco-tourism trend and visits to their leading tour operators to find out how Iceland is leading sustainable tourism today.
Nature Conservation - Costa Rica
Discover nature conservation first hand in Costa Rica and find out how this lush Central American country is combating conservation issues daily.
Program Tuition Fee
Scholarships and Funding
Sustainability today is more important than ever before. Through this scholarship, you have the opportunity to share your sustainability ideas and aspirations in a creative way.
Applying for this scholarship requires answering sustainability-related questions as well as the submission of a two minutes video explaining your motivation to apply at SUMAS.