Sustainability Management School
Master of Arts in Management (MAM) in Sustainable Fashion Management
- Milano, Italy
- Genève, Switzerland
Master degree
DURATION
18 months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
15 Sep 2026*
EARLIEST START DATE
22 Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 22,400 **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* If you need a visa, we recommend that you apply at least three months before the start of the program.
** tuition fee| expenses and materials: €600
Key Summary
About: The Master of Arts in Management (MAM) in Sustainable Fashion Management trains you to lead sustainable transitions in fashion. SUMAS mixes core management with circular-economy, sustainability modules and industry projects. SUMAS has accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) and the Swiss Private School Register, affiliates with UN-backed initiatives, and runs Swiss and Italian campuses.
Career Outcomes: SUMAS reports a 90% employment rate within 6 months, with graduates moving into sustainability roles across fashion and business. Typical careers include sustainability consultant, fashion sustainability manager, green innovation leader, executive manager and co-founder of sustainable fashion ventures.
One of Many or One of Few?
Choosing a Master's degree can feel overwhelming when many programs look similar. At SUMAS, you become one of the few.
As the world’s first business school dedicated to Sustainability Management, we are pioneers in combining business excellence with environmental leadership—preparing graduates to lead the transition toward a more responsible global economy.
- Pioneers in Sustainability Management, blending business excellence with environmental leadership.
- SUMAS holds formal accreditation from ACBSP and the Swiss Private School Register, and is affiliated with leading UN-backed initiatives — giving our degrees internationally recognised credibility.
- Learn from international experts across our Swiss and Italian campuses.
- Build strong industry connections and join a global alumni network.
Be one of the few—build a career that creates value for both business and society.
Lead the Future of Fashion with Strategy, Sustainability, and Innovation
The Master of Arts in Management in Sustainable Fashion Management prepares students to drive sustainable transitions in the global fashion industry by applying circular economy principles.
The program combines core management courses with specialized sustainability modules, enabling graduates to lead green innovation projects and act as sustainability consultants. Students benefit from instruction by experienced professors and guest speakers representing top global companies, alongside opportunities to work on real-world projects with industry partners and international organizations.
The curriculum integrates real-world industry projects guided by executives, fostering practical leadership experience alongside academic rigor. Students gain access to both the Milan Design District ecosystem and the Swiss Conservation Center network, building an international professional network across 70+ nationalities.
Master of Arts (MAM) in Sustainable Fashion Management: Who Is It For?
The Master of Arts (MAM) in Sustainable Fashion Management at SUMAS is tailor-made for forward-thinking creatives, designers, and business professionals who want to shape a more conscious future for the global fashion industry.
If you are passionate about style but equally driven by social responsibility, this program will help you align your creative skills with sustainable values.
This Program is the Perfect Fit If You Are A:
- Creative Designer or Stylist: Visionaries who want to transition from traditional linear production to eco-design, circular design models, and sustainable textile innovation.
- Fashion Business Specialist: Merchandisers, buyers, brand managers, and retail experts aiming to integrate transparency, ethical sourcing, and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) into everyday operations.
- Marketing & Communications Professional: Storytellers and green marketing specialists who want to lead authentic brand transformations and connect with today’s conscious consumers.
- Industry Career Changer: Professionals from non-fashion backgrounds who possess strong leadership ambitions and a desire to build a rewarding sustainable fashion career.
Built for a Global, Digitally Agile Network
The ideal SUMAS student thrives in an interactive virtual learning environment and values international exchange.
If you are ready to use creativity and strategic agility to redefine the fashion business, this MAM degree provides the community and framework to launch your impact.
Program Organization
- Length: 1 year
- Content: 5 core modules and 3 major courses. Final Capstone - AI For Good.
- Optional: 2 self-paces courses
- Starting Dates: February and September.
Sustainability Projects for Real-World Impact.
At SUMAS, you’ll apply project management tools to real-world — locally in Switzerland and Milan, or internationally.
Collaborate with companies, start-ups, and global organizations, learn from sustainability experts, engage with industry leaders, and tackle complex challenges to make a lasting impact on business and society.
Master of Arts (MAM) in Sustainable Fashion Management Outcomes
Graduating with an Online Master of Arts (MAM) in Sustainable Fashion Management from SUMAS gives you the commercial fluency and technical expertise to transform the global fashion industry. Built on the core pillars of the circular economy, green innovation, and corporate accountability, this degree prepares you to lead systemic transitions rather than treating sustainability as a marketing add-on.
Through our hands-on curriculum, you will build a robust professional portfolio that proves your ability to convert sustainable strategies into measurable ecological and brand value.
Key Competencies You Will Graduate With:
- Circular Economy Principles: Learn to apply circular product strategies—focusing on eco-design, repairability, disassembly, and innovative material recovery.
- Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Literacy: Gain the analytical tools to quantify and interpret environmental impacts across a garment's entire lifecycle using industry-standard metrics.
- Sustainable Supply Chain Management: Master risk-based due diligence, traceability, and ethical sourcing frameworks aligned with global compliance laws.
- Eco-Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Acquire the strategic management skills to pitch, pilot, and scale regenerative business models, including resale and rental ventures.
- Hands-on Consulting Practice: Apply your knowledge directly to real-world scenarios through integrated industry projects and a final Sustainability Consulting Project.
Capstone: AI FOR GOOD
The CAPSTONE is an immersive, AI-powered business strategy course where you take on the role of CEO. Working on a real-world AI-driven business case, you’ll make responsible decisions across strategy, finance, marketing, and entrepreneurship, integrate these areas to achieve your goals, learn from outcomes, and gain the skills and confidence to lead in a sustainable, data-driven business world.
Master Scholarships (MBA & MAM)
SUMAS is proud to support the best global talent and promote campus diversity. We offer merit-based scholarships for Master students who demonstrate a genuine commitment to sustainability.
Partial Scholarships are offered to students who embrace the values and spirit of our institution. We offer 5 different scholarships to support your studies at SUMAS:
- Responsible Leader: "For professionals with sustainability or responsible management experience." Designed for applicants with prior professional experience in sustainability or responsible management. Demonstrate your leadership values through a rigorous essay.
- Women in Sustainability: "For female leaders driving meaningful change through sustainability." This scholarship supports female applicants with work or internship experience in sustainability, or those who have led teams in sustainability projects or departments.
- Social Impact: "For changemakers from developing nations or those serving disadvantaged communities." Supports applicants who come from developing nations planning to leverage their degree for citizen welfare, or who have experience serving disadvantaged populations, social entrepreneurship, or environmental initiatives.
- Sustainable Business Practices: "For professionals experienced in sustainability or responsible investment." Awarded to applicants with professional experience in sustainability or responsible investment. Selection is also based on academic achievements and the positive contribution candidates can bring to the school.
- Future Leaders: "For individuals who inspire, motivate, and demonstrate leadership potential." Targets candidates with a proven track record of leadership — through professional achievement, team inspiration, social or charitable roles, entrepreneurial ventures, or international academic experience.
90% Employment rate within 6 months
Green talent is in high demand. SUMAS graduates earn immediate employment across various business sectors, leveraging their knowledge and skills to power companies' sustainability journeys. With a 90% graduate employment rate, SUMAS alumni transition into high-impact roles across various international sectors, securing top managerial and leadership positions in sustainability-driven organizations.
What career paths does this degree open up?
Alumni transition into high-impact roles such as:
- Sustainability consultant
- Fashion industry sustainability manager
- Green innovation leader
- Executive management positions
- Leadership roles in sustainability
- Co-founder of sustainable fashion ventures
Why choose SUMAS?
Our unique approach combines robust business theory with sustainable practices.
Our Aim
Our aim is to educate managers who will take responsible decisions in the complex world they will operate in, by giving them an innovative academic mix of sound business knowledge and a deep understanding of sustainable development.
Our Mission
Driven by academic excellence, our mission is to educate qualified future leaders and equip them with the professional and entrepreneurial skills to drive sustainable transformation in business and society.
Environmental Stewardship
Preserving our planet is at the heart of our operations and teachings.
Global Perspective
Study with students from over 70 countries and tackle impactful, worldwide challenges.
Academic Excellence
ACBSP-accredited curriculum taught by industry experts and leading sustainability researchers.
Circular Economy
Transitioning from linear thinking to regenerative business models.
Sustainable AI Integration
Mastering the intersection of modern AI techniques and ecological impact reduction.
Social Responsibility
We empower our community to act ethically and contribute to the wellbeing of society and the planet.