MSc in Leading Sustainable Transformations

Leveraging sustainability for more responsible organisations

The MSc in Leading Sustainable Transformations at emlyon business school equips students to become leaders in sustainability. The program emphasizes developing key soft skills and expertise in change management, empowering graduates to spearhead meaningful organizational transformations for a sustainable future.

Evaluate transformations, sustainability and change (Sept-Dec in Paris)
Courses include Sustainability in Governance and Strategy, Sustainability in Marketing, Business Operations, Leadership and HR Practices, Green Finance, Quantifying Carbon Emissions, Storytelling & Public Speaking, etc.

Initiating change – design sustainable transformations (Jan-Mar in Paris)
Topics cover Leveraging Technology and AI for Sustainability, Designing Sustainable Marketing, Creativity for Sustainability, Methods for Changing Behaviors, Negotiation Techniques, and an International Seminar, etc.

Implement sustainable transformations (Apr-Jul in London)
Focus on Integrating Sustainability in Culture, Developing Ethics for Change, and Structuring the Red Thread Project, etc.

Professional mission (Jul-Dec, worldwide)
A minimum of 4 months (internship or job).

Become a leader of change

This program is designed to train responsible leaders who can drive meaningful and impactful transformations within organizations.

To achieve this, you will:

• Evaluate transformations: Analyze changes in the business environment and evaluate an organization’s readiness for transformation across various functions.
• Design transformations: Develop innovative, practical solutions and leverage hands-on experience to implement sustainable changes at the appropriate scale.
• Lead transformations: Manage independent projects within cross-functional teams to enhance organizational competitiveness and create a lasting positive impact.

Shape the organizations of the future

Global environmental, societal, and technological shifts are reshaping the economy. To stay competitive and achieve responsible, sustainable, and profitable growth, organizations must embrace change and transformation.

The MSc in Leading Sustainable Transformations combines practical, hands-on learning with cutting-edge academic knowledge. This program equips you with essential tools and interpersonal skills, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and curiosity, empowering you to strengthen your leadership abilities and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders to drive impactful organizational change.

Collaborate to lead transformative projects

Solving global challenges requires an interdisciplinary and collaborative mindset. The MSc in Leading Sustainable Transformations provides an immersive learning experience through on-campus seminars, site visits, workshops, and project-based activities.

The program begins at emlyon’s Paris campus for the first two periods, followed by an international seminar and hands-on immersion at The London Interdisciplinary School. To cap off your learning journey, you will apply your strategic insights and leadership skills during an internship anywhere in the world, preparing you to make a real difference in driving sustainable change.