Modules
Core modules:
Introduction to Sustainable Business (5 ECTS)
Study foundational topics and concepts related to sustainable business research and practice, providing the framework and groundwork for subsequent modules and projects. (Delivered by Maastricht academics)
Change Management (5 ECTS)
Gain a critical understanding of the frameworks, principles, concepts and theories of change management, while simultaneously designing and undertaking a change project. (Delivered by York academics)
Environmental Sustainability (5 ECTS)
Explore the relationship between environmental sustainability issues and business practice, including sustainability indicators, materiality and approaches to managing environmental impact in a business context. (Delivered by York academics)
Social and Economic Sustainability (5 ECTS)
Explore the links between social and economic sustainability issues and business practice, featuring the importance of systems thinking to address sustainability issues. (Delivered by York academics)
Sustainable Business Innovation (5 ECTS)
Understand the theories and advanced functions of business and topics such as supply chain management, sustainable finance and environmental psychology. (Delivered by Maastricht academics)
Sustainable Entrepreneurship (5 ECTS)
Develop and apply entrepreneurial skills to address complex social and environmental problems, exploring the role of entrepreneurial action in contributing to sustainability transitions. (Delivered by Maastricht academics)
Group Sustainable Business Project (10 ECTS)
Carry out a group sustainable business project defined by and in collaboration with a business partner. (Delivered by York and Maastricht academics)


Research project
Independent Sustainable Business Project (20 ECTS)
In the Summer Term you'll initiate, design, and implement a substantial research project. You'll have three to four months to complete a dissertation based on your original research.

You can choose to focus your research on any topic related to sustainability that interests you. It could be a chance to explore a previous topic in greater depth, or investigate an organisational challenge in an industry close to your heart.

You'll work under the guidance of a personal supervisor with expertise in the subject you're studying. Your supervisor will help you develop research questions and identify methods and theories to investigate and analyse your topic.

You have the option to undertake your project in the Netherlands. You can also undertake your project through placement with an external organisation either in the UK or the Netherlands. If you choose a placement, you will be supported by a dedicated Industry Liaison Officer (ILO).

(Delivered by York and Maastricht academics)