Who should apply?
The Master of Studies in Sustainability Leadership is designed for those looking to build bold and pragmatic business solutions to the sustainability challenges we face. The programmes are designed to build capacity and leadership for change and are ideally suited to senior and mid-career professionals who:
Understand that a thriving future for society requires a new form of business leadership, one that tackles the challenges of today and uses them as a catalyst for future opportunities.
Want to embed an innovative mindset in how they approach their professional role, supporting a systemic approach to change within heir organisation, sector or region.
Want to enhance their ability to respond to sustainability challenges and are looking to further their own personal and professional development in the field.
The content of the programme is predominantly focused towards sustainability in a business context, although the programme also welcomes applicants from the public sector and NGOs who want to gain the necessary knowledge and skills to work effectively with business.
The University of Cambridge is renowned for its educational excellence and part of that excellence comes from the diversity of thought we bring into our cohorts. CISL’s programmes are designed for working professionals with business experience, and that attracts students from varied backgrounds, including those from unconventional academic backgrounds or who have not studied for many years. Dedicated sessions during the programme provide skills develop students’ academic writing and referencing skills.
We encourage all those looking to be bold in creating change for a better future to apply or to contact the team to discuss their suitability.
Applicants from outside the UK
The part-time course has been designed to be accessible for students based throughout the world. The content is internationally relevant though it should be noted that the programme is developed and delivered predominantly by a Cambridge based team.
There are no restrictions on citizenship, country of residence or fee status of students. International students are eligible for the same fee as home students.
“I decided to pursue the academic programme at Cambridge to deepen my understanding of systems thinking and better understand the intersectionality of poverty and climate change. In addition, the programme structure enabled me to balance my career and attracted talented people from all over the world.”
Natasha Walji, Sector Lead for Telco, Government, Entertainment & Technology at Google Canada
Our Master’s students explain how the unique opportunities provided by the programme have helped them to collaborate, learn from industry and academic experts, and bring about change in their organisations. Their sustainability studies will be applied to real challenges and opportunities in the private, public and NGO sectors. Read more here.
Learn more about employer benefits and support as well as the Cambridge approach to learning.