Global Business and Sustainability MSc

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

Queen Mary University of London

Program Overview

The MSc in Global Business and Sustainability at Queen Mary is perfect if you’re passionate about making a real difference in the world. You’ll explore how businesses can grow responsibly while tackling urgent environmental and social challenges, gaining the skills to influence global policies, corporate strategies, and sustainable practices.

Curriculum Structure

Term 1
You’ll start with Foundations 1 & 2, which give you a solid grasp of key sustainability concepts, research methods, and how businesses operate within global systems. Modules like Global Governance and Sustainability Transitions and World Economy and Development will help you understand the big picture—how trade, policy, and institutions shape sustainable outcomes worldwide.

Term 2
Next, you’ll dive into Eco-Business Strategy & Global Supply Chains to see how industries manage environmental challenges in real life. In Sustainable Finance, you’ll explore tools like green bonds and impact investing to fund positive change. The Business of Climate Risk equips you to assess and respond to climate challenges that businesses face today.

Term 3
Finally, you’ll work on a dissertation, choosing a sustainability topic that excites you and applying everything you’ve learned to create real-world impact. Electives like Corporate Social Responsibility & Business Ethics or Social Entrepreneurship let you tailor the degree to your personal interests and career goals.

Focus Areas

Global governance, sustainable finance, climate risk, supply chain strategy, social justice, circular economy.

Learning Outcomes

You’ll develop practical skills to lead sustainability projects, critical thinking to analyze complex global issues, and research expertise to back up your ideas with evidence.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

The School of Business & Management at QMUL is AACSB-accredited, meaning your degree meets the highest international business education standards.

Reputation (Employability / Rankings)

Queen Mary is part of the Russell Group, known for excellent research and strong industry connections, giving you a real edge in the job market. The Business School is recognized for its impact on responsible business and sustainability worldwide.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At QMUL, learning goes far beyond lectures. In this MSc, you’ll get hands-on experience tackling real sustainability challenges through group projects, interactive labs, and your own dissertation research. You’ll gain practical skills in strategy, finance, and governance while using the latest tools and resources, all within a supportive, research-active environment.

Here’s what that looks like in practice:

Work with research centres: Engage with QMUL’s Centre on Labour, Sustainability and Global Production (CLaSP), exploring real-world issues in global value chains, labour rights, and environmental justice.
Interactive teaching labs: Learn in the Graduate Centre’s seminar rooms and trading & behavioural labs, including Bloomberg terminals for hands-on financial analysis.
Independent research projects: Your dissertation gives you the chance to dive into a sustainability topic that excites you, including fieldwork or applied research under expert supervision.
Collaborative learning: Group projects in core modules help you build teamwork and problem-solving skills, just like in professional sustainability roles.
Guest lectures & seminars: Hear from sustainability leaders from organisations like the UN’s FAO, B Lab, and Friends of the Earth.
Library & digital tools: Access QMUL’s Mile End Library, business databases like Factiva and Nexis, and the wider University of London resources for research.
Networking & mentorship: Benefit from QMUL’s active research network in sustainable business, gaining mentorship and potential collaboration opportunities.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduating from the MSc Global Business and Sustainability opens doors to exciting careers where you can make a real difference. Many students go on to work as sustainability strategists in multinational companies, policy advisors for governments or NGOs, sustainable finance analysts, or consultants helping businesses become greener. This degree equips you with the practical knowledge and global perspective employers are looking for:

Career Support: QMUL’s Careers & Enterprise Service provides one-on-one guidance, CV and interview coaching, work experience placements, and access to career fairs and networking events.
Employment & Salary: 85% of postgraduates are in employment or further study within 15 months, with many in highly skilled roles earning around £30,000 starting salary.
Industry Connections: Engage with sustainability leaders from organisations like Friends of the Earth, B Lab, and the UN’s FAO, building professional networks while you study.
Accreditation Value: The School of Business & Management is AACSB-accredited, giving your degree international recognition and credibility in the job market.
Graduation Outcomes: Alumni go on to work in diverse fields — business, development, NGOs, government, and more — all contributing to global sustainability solutions.

Further Academic Progression:
If you want to continue learning after this MSc, you could pursue a PhD in business, sustainability, environmental policy, or development economics, or take a specialised Master’s or postgraduate diploma in areas like climate finance or social entrepreneurship to deepen your expertise.