Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences
MBA in Innovation for Sustainable Growth
Online
MBA
DURATION
18 months
LANGUAGES
English, German
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Nov 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 1,167 / per month *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
* starting at 1,167 EUR per month
Key Summary
Our MBA in Innovation for Sustainable Growth empowers you to develop innovative solutions that support sustainability and organizational success. Become a leader in sustainable innovation and growth management, ensuring your organization's long-term business success. Learn user-centric principles to create sustainable products and strategies that drive user acquisition, engagement, and retention.
Gain insights from leading experts through hands-on projects with industry partners. Easily balance work and study with our flexible online program and personalize your curriculum to align with your goals and interests.
Program Highlights
Sustainable Innovation Management: Drive sustainable development through innovation. Learn to manage sustainable innovations within organizations and apply circular economy principles to design sustainable products. Develop critical thinking to assess environmental and social impacts, leveraging sustainable innovation management for a greener, more equitable future.
Organizational Impact: Transform your organization into a force for global good by balancing profit with social and environmental responsibility. Learn systems thinking for sustainability to design and implement eco-conscious supply chains. Integrate sustainability into every facet of your operations and understand the evolving relationship between business and society.
Product-Led Growth: Explore how products drive user acquisition, engagement, and retention. Shift to user-centric strategies and design features that resonate with users. Develop user engagement strategies and build a growth engine through iterative experiments. Understand key PLG metrics and develop practical skills like user persona development.
Change through challenge
Unlock essential 21st-century skills with our innovative challenge-based learning approach at Tomorrow University.
You'll be immersed in real-world scenarios, collaborating with industry experts and corporate partners to tackle challenges based on actual business issues.
This unique educational journey transcends traditional learning, actively involving you in problem-solving and decision-making.
Through this dynamic approach, you'll develop critical, adaptable, and practical skills, equipping you to make a meaningful impact in today's complex professional environments.
Duration
- 90 ECTS: 18 months
- 60 ECTS: 12 months
Graduates will be well-prepared for a variety of leadership roles, including:
- Chief Sustainability Officer: Lead sustainability strategies and initiatives within an organization.
- Growth Manager: Develop and implement strategies to drive business growth and expansion.
- Innovation Manager: Oversee the development and implementation of innovative solutions that drive sustainability.
- Sustainability Program Director: Design and manage programs that promote environmental responsibility and sustainability.
- Product Development Manager: Lead the creation and marketing of sustainable products.
- Corporate Responsibility Manager: Ensure that business operations align with social and environmental responsibility standards.
- Sustainable Innovation Consultant: Advise organizations on integrating sustainable innovations into their business models.
- User Experience (UX) Growth Specialist: Drive user engagement and retention through product-led growth strategies.
- Business Development Manager: Identify new opportunities for growth and expansion, focusing on sustainable practices.
- Marketing and Growth Strategist: Develop and execute marketing strategies that promote sustainable products and drive customer acquisition and retention.
- Sustainability Innovation Leader: Champion innovative projects that prioritize sustainability and social impact.
Apply to our bachelor, master or MBA programs by 14th February to get a free iPad for your studies! Explore our programs below and download a program brochure to get started.
We offer four different scholarship opportunities with different criteria for applying. Receive up to a €3.000 grant. We offer scholarships depending on merit, need, and professional background. Please find the one that best fits your background and apply now.
Sustainability Impact Scholarship
This scholarship is for individuals who have a strong passion for sustainability and are committed to driving environmental and social change in their respective organizations and industries through responsible business leadership. It's designed to support MBA candidates who aim to become sustainability champions in their careers.
Innovation Leader Scholarship
Geared towards individuals with a demonstrated track record of innovative thinking and acting as well as a desire to transform industries. This scholarship encourages creative thinkers and problem solvers to pursue their ideas and turn them into reality. Special emphasis is given to applicants who are already making an impact and leading an organization from within.
Career Transition Scholarship
Open to applicants from non-business-related disciplines, this scholarship aims to bridge the gap between technical expertise and leadership proficiency. It is designed for individuals from diverse academic and industry backgrounds who are eager to accelerate their careers by acquiring essential management skills and business acumen.
Global Diversity Scholarship
This scholarship supports ToUs goal to create a more inclusive, diverse, and equitable study environment. Eligible individuals include but are not limited to applicants of various social origins, ethnic origins or nationalities, ages, genders or gender-neutral identities, physical + mental abilities, religions, worldviews, sexual orientations, and rural communities. Individuals interested
With our MBA, you'll be prepared to take on the corporate or entrepreneurial world and confront the challenges our society is facing while building a successful career of purpose. As
Credits: 60 or 90 ECTS
- Develop innovative solutions that ensure both sustainability and organizational success by effectively managing growth strategies.
- Implement strategic growth initiatives aligned with sustainability principles to create long-term value for your organization and society.
- Engage with leading sustainability managers and innovation leaders to gain practical insights through hands-on projects and strategic exercises.
- Foster a culture of sustainable innovation within your organization, ensuring that growth initiatives are both profitable and environmentally responsible.
- Become a leader in sustainable innovation and growth management, driving your organization to thrive while contributing positively to the global sustainability agenda.
At Tomorrow University, our community with over 500 passionate learners from diverse backgrounds, professions and life experiences, are all connected by a common purpose: creating a more sustainable future.
Sustainability Advocates These are the mission-driven individuals who see the opportunities to drive change across the business landscape. Like us, they are committed to building a more sustainable future.
Intrapreneurs These future leaders are here to equip themselves with the skills and knowledge needed to guide organizations toward a more sustainable and socially responsible future. They're the change-makers within established structures and industries.
Freelancers and Consultants While some learners want to learn how to innovate and future-proof their careers, others are looking to launch their first venture. What unites these learners is their commitment to integrating sustainability and social responsibility into their work and industries.
Up-Skilling & Career-Switchers Many of our learners come from alternative backgrounds such as software engineering, biology or UX design! These bold individuals are reimagining their careers and steering their focus towards sustainability, technology, and transforming the business landscape.
Established & future Entrepreneurs While some learners want to scale their business responsibly, others are looking to launch their first venture. What unites these learners is their commitment to becoming conscious leaders and build their businesses sustainably.
Proactive Pathfinders Working professionals challenging traditional MBA education, by seeking alternative programs that align their values with their professional and personal aspirations, and supports them in crafting their ideal career path. They're the innovators of tomorrow.
Tech Visionaries These are the mission-driven individuals who want to improve people's lives and drive positive change across the business landscape with Al & technology. Like us, they are committed to building a more equitable and sustainable future.
Our MBA program offers two study options to suit your academic background and career aspirations.
- The 90 ECTS track can be completed in 18 months.
This option requires a minimum of 180 ECTS from a Bachelor's Degree and is compatible with our Early-Bird tuition reduction and various scholarship opportunities. (see here)
- The accelerated 60 ECTS track can be completed in one year.
This option requires a minimum of 210 ECTS from previous education, such as a longer Bachelor's Degree or a Master's. This option is not compatible with Early-Bird tuition reduction or scholarships.
While both pathways cover the core content, the 90 ECTS track offers 3 elective modules during Calibration Phase, whereas the 60 ECTS track has only one elective module.
The 4 Phases:
Our MBA programs are a hands-on learning experience, providing you with the essential skills, knowledge, and entrepreneurial mindset to excel in today's evolving business landscape. Our four-phase curriculum sets the stage for a successful and impactful career. Let's explore how each stage of the program shapes your skill development.
The Orientation Phase: You’ll start your journey by mastering the program's six competency areas. Your personal mission statement will lay the groundwork for your desired specialization, competency development, and mindset cultivation.
The Calibration Phase: This stage deepens your expertise in your chosen specialization area, giving you the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge while developing an action-oriented skillset.
The Elevation Phase: The Elevation Phase focuses on finding solutions for Sustainable Development Goals. These grand challenges are designed and delivered together with our industry partners.
The Activation Phase: The Activation Phase is where your innovative ideas will come to life. You will work towards your own project's goals, with the support from your peers, our industry experts, and your mentors. It's the culmination of your transformative journey.