Career Guides

Sustainability Management (MS) Career Guide

Sustainability Manager

Graduates of the MS in Sustainability Management pursue careers in corporate sustainability, ESG strategy, sustainability consulting, and sustainable supply chain management. Many roles focus on helping organizations improve environmental performance, develop sustainability strategies, and integrate sustainability into business operations. The following examples represent common career roles and employer types for graduates of the MS in Sustainability Management.

Common Careers for MS in Sustainability Management
Career Role Typical Employers
Sustainability Manager Corporations, multinational companies
ESG Analyst Financial institutions, corporations
Corporate Sustainability Consultant Consulting firms
Sustainability Reporting Specialist Corporations, consulting firms
Sustainable Supply Chain Analyst Manufacturing companies, retail companies
Corporate Responsibility Manager Corporations, nonprofit organizations
Sustainability Strategy Analyst Consulting firms, corporations
ESG Reporting Analyst Financial institutions, consulting firms
Sustainable Operations Specialist Manufacturing companies, corporations
Sustainability Program Manager Corporations, consulting firms

Skills Developed in the MSSM Program

Students in the MS in Sustainability Management develop business-focused sustainability skills that support corporate sustainability strategy and ESG performance, including:

  • ESG reporting and sustainability metrics
  • Corporate sustainability strategy development
  • Sustainable supply chain management
  • Sustainability performance analysis
  • Stakeholder engagement and sustainability communication