Course summary

Study for a successful and impactful environmental management career. Meeting the challenge of sustainable business, which strives to balance environmental, social and economic risks and opportunities, requires innovative knowledge, skills and tools. This MSc will equip you with advanced theoretical knowledge and help you to develop practical and professional skills to positively address sustainability issues in the real world. You will critically evaluate complex environmental issues, develop effective strategies and lead their implementation to enable an effective and sustainable future. Delivered by the School of Water, Energy and Environment and the globally renowned Cranfield School of Management, this unique MSc integrates business acumen and environmental expertise to prepare you for a successful career in sustainable business and environmental management. Who is it for? This environmental management course is open to students from a range of academic backgrounds, including science and engineering, business and social sciences, who wish to develop a successful and rewarding career in environmental management. Specifically designed to meet the demands of global employers, it will equip you with current thinking on environmental issues, the ability to develop effective environmental management strategies, and the leadership skills you will need to bring your ideas to life. Why this course? The Environmental Management masters provides you with the knowledge and skills demanded by the full range of organisations involved in all aspects of managing the natural environment. Merge environmental management expertise with sustainable business practices, enhanced leadership and management skills, innovation and entrepreneurship while addressing global sustainability challenges.

• Develop an advanced understanding of sustainable development and the knowledge of related international, national and local government policies and frameworks, with particular emphasis on natural resources and the environment.

• Study at a university that has been providing postgraduate education in environmental management for over 20 years.

• Gain advanced leadership skills via the Leading Corporate Sustainability module, delivered in association with the globally-renowned Cranfield School of Management.

• Benefit from teaching by research-active staff and industry specialists that were rated ‘excellent’ in the last Teaching Quality Assessment

• Develop practical skills that will enable you to make an immediate impact on real-world environmental issues from day one in your new career.

• Leverage our global reputation, alumni and extensive links with relevant employers to develop your career.

• Enhance your CV with complimentary membership of the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) and Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA).