MSc Management and Sustainability

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

Manchester Metropolitan University

Program Overview

The MSc Management and Sustainability at Manchester Metropolitan University equips you to lead organisations responsibly, balancing business growth with environmental and social impact. It suits graduates from any discipline who want to pursue careers in sustainable management, offering a curriculum that blends strategic leadership, sustainability frameworks, and applied research.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

(Taught Modules)

You’ll begin with modules such as Sustainability in Business, Strategic Management, and Responsible Leadership. These courses give you a strong foundation in understanding how organisations can embed sustainability into their strategies, while developing leadership skills to manage diverse teams ethically.

You’ll then progress into advanced topics including Corporate Social Responsibility and Governance, Sustainable Supply Chains, and Innovation for Sustainability. These modules challenge you to critically evaluate how businesses respond to global sustainability challenges, manage supply networks responsibly, and drive innovation for long-term impact.

Finally, you’ll complete a Research Methods module and a substantial Dissertation or Applied Project, where you investigate a contemporary sustainability issue and deliver practical recommendations for organisations.

Optional Internship Route

If you choose the two-year pathway, you’ll undertake a minimum 36-week internship in a management or sustainability role. This placement allows you to apply your academic knowledge in practice, develop professional networks, and gain extensive industry experience before graduation.

Focus Areas

Strategic management and responsible leadership
Corporate social responsibility and governance
Sustainable supply chains
Innovation for sustainability

Learning Outcomes

Apply sustainability frameworks to organisational strategy and decision-making
Critically evaluate corporate responsibility and governance practices
Demonstrate leadership and management skills for diverse, global workforces
Conduct independent research into sustainability and management issues

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

Manchester Met’s Business School is triple accredited (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA), placing it among the world’s leading business schools. This ensures your qualification is globally recognised and valued by employers.

Reputation (Employability Rankings)

Manchester Met reports that 92.7% of UK-domiciled, full-time postgraduate taught graduates are employed or in further study within 15 months of graduation.
The Business School has strong links with employers in sustainability-focused industries, offering opportunities for placements, projects, and networking.
Manchester Met’s research impact is rated world-leading or internationally excellent (90%), ensuring your learning is informed by cutting-edge sustainability insights.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

On the MSc Management and Sustainability, you’ll gain practical, career-ready skills by working directly with sustainability challenges faced by businesses and organisations. The program is designed to immerse you in applied projects, group work, and industry engagement, ensuring that you graduate with both academic knowledge and hands-on experience. You’ll also benefit from Manchester Met’s triple-accredited Business School facilities, digital resources, and opportunities for internships, making your learning journey highly interactive and professionally aligned.

Here’s how experiential learning is built into the program:

Live Business Projects: Work on real sustainability briefs set by external organisations, applying your management and sustainability knowledge to solve genuine business challenges.
Group Projects & Case Studies: Collaborative assignments simulate consultancy work, requiring you to design strategies for sustainable supply chains, corporate responsibility, and innovation.
Optional Paid Internship (36–48 weeks): Students on the two-year pathway can undertake a full-time placement in a sustainability or management role, supported by Manchester Met’s Placement Office, giving you extensive industry exposure before graduation.
Digital Learning Tools: Access Manchester Met’s online learning environment, sustainability databases, and analytical platforms to support your coursework and dissertation.
Applied Research Project: You’ll complete a substantial research study, often linked to industry partners, where you investigate a sustainability issue and deliver practical recommendations.
Library & Research Facilities: The All Saints Library provides access to sustainability journals, corporate governance databases, and international case studies, supporting your applied research projects.
Faculty of Business and Law Facilities: Study within a triple-accredited business school (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA), with modern seminar rooms, collaborative learning spaces, and access to professional development programmes.
Professional Networking Events: Regular guest lectures and employer engagement sessions connect you with sustainability leaders and organisations, helping you build valuable industry contacts.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Management and Sustainability at Manchester Metropolitan University are prepared to take on leadership roles in organisations committed to responsible growth and sustainable practices. With a strong focus on corporate responsibility and innovation, alumni typically move into positions such as Sustainability Manager, Corporate Responsibility Consultant, Supply Chain Analyst, and Business Development Manager, applying their expertise across industries worldwide.

Here’s how Manchester Met supports your career journey and long-term progression:

University Careers and Employability Service: You’ll benefit from tailored support including CV workshops, interview coaching, and employer networking events. The service continues for up to five years after graduation, ensuring you remain supported as you advance in your career.
Employment Stats and Salary Figures: Manchester Met reports that 92.7% of UK-domiciled, full-time postgraduate taught graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of graduation. Sustainability professionals in the UK typically earn £35,000–£55,000 annually, with senior managers exceeding this range.
University–Industry Partnerships: The Business School has strong links with employers in sustainability-focused industries, offering opportunities for placements, projects, and networking with organisations tackling global sustainability challenges.
Long-term Accreditation Value: Manchester Met’s Business School is triple accredited (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA), placing it among the world’s leading business schools. This ensures your qualification is globally recognised and valued by employers.
Graduation Outcomes: Alumni have progressed into sustainability consultancy, corporate governance, and leadership roles in both private and public sectors, with many leveraging the program’s international focus to work abroad.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this MSc, you could continue your academic journey by pursuing a PhD in Sustainability, Management, or Corporate Responsibility at Manchester Met or other leading universities. Alternatively, you may choose to specialise further with professional development courses in sustainability reporting, ESG frameworks, or responsible leadership, enhancing your expertise and positioning yourself for senior global roles.