Sustainability Management (MS)

Gain Hands-On Skills and Professional Experience

As a student in our Sustainability Management program,  you’ll gain practical expertise through case studies, internships and dynamic projects integrated into the curriculum. These experiences will prepare you to solve pressing real-world sustainability challenges alongside industry partners. The program culminates in a comprehensive consulting project where you measure the sustainability performance of a real company and advise on its strategic direction.

Master Essential Knowledge and Strategies

The comprehensive curriculum covers the latest global policies, sustainable design methods and strategic leadership competencies required for organizational success. You'll learn to analyze and apply models like the Circular Economy and the triple bottom line (People, Planet, Profit) while evaluating trade-offs between financial and ESG issues. Graduates are equipped to critically audit sustainability performance, navigate regulatory frameworks (including EU laws) and formulate effective sustainability strategies for companies.

Optional Emphasis in Environmental Sustainability

You can choose to pursue an additional 9-12 credit emphasis offered by the Department of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. This emphasis gives you expertise in the basic scientific principles of ecology and how human systems integrate with natural systems. You'll also learn to review managerial and policy approaches to natural resource management and communicate energy-related legislation effectively.

Scholarship Opportunities for Continuing Webster Graduates

If you’re a current Webster undergraduate and continue your Webster journey in our Sustainability Management program, you could be eligible for our Grad-to-Grad scholarship program — worth up to $2,000.

When you graduate from Webster’s Sustainability Management program, you’ll join a growing group of successful alumni well-equipped to pursue careers in various fields, including:

• Sustainability Manager
• Environmental Consultant
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Specialist
• Policy Advisor
• Sustainability Analyst
• Project Manager for Sustainable Initiatives
• Environmental Compliance Officer

Graduates can work in a wide range of sectors, including government agencies, nonprofits, consulting firms, international organizations and corporations.

Salaries for Sustainability Management Program Graduates

When you graduate with your MS in Sustainability Management from Webster, not only will you benefit from an impressive salary, but also an astounding career outlook.

The median annual wage for environmental scientists and specialists is $80,060 with an expected growth of 4% through 2034 — according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. For project managers, the median wage is $100,750 with an estimated 78,200 openings per year.