Sustainability Leadership (Online) (Part-time) (MBA)
This part-time programme is designed to develop creative leaders who can work together to tackle today’s global challenges and seize opportunities. You will gain the insights and skills needed to shape a future that is both inclusive and sustainable for business and society.
The MBA is the top qualification for those in a management role or those aiming to step into one. It is also ideal for anyone who wants to influence the future direction of their organisation.
With the UWTSD MBA, your mind does the travelling. The course is fully online, meaning there is no need to attend in person. This flexibility allows you to balance your studies with other commitments.
We aim for our graduates to be at the forefront of shaping business thinking globally. The programme covers a wide range of topics, ensuring you are well-prepared to address sustainability issues in various sectors and geographies. You will learn about business strategies and how to apply them in real-life situations. The course also emphasises practical application, ensuring that what you learn can be directly applied to your work.
The programme is an interdisciplinary programme, drawing on knowledge from different fields to provide a comprehensive understanding of sustainability leadership. You will study alongside a diverse set of individuals, gaining perspectives from different backgrounds and industries. This diversity enriches the learning experience and prepares you to work in varied environments.
Whether you are in the private sector or the public sector, this MBA will equip you with the tools to lead effectively. You will be prepared to take on roles that require innovative thinking and a deep understanding of sustainability.
By the end of the course, you will be ready to join the ranks of global leaders who are making a difference. You will have the knowledge and confidence to implement sustainable practices and drive positive change in your organisation and beyond.
This programme is more than just a degree; it is a journey towards becoming a leader who can make a real impact. Join us and be part of the solution to the world’s most pressing challenges.
Course details
- Distance Learning
- Part-time
- English
Why choose this course?
What you will learn
Introduction
Our Sustainability Leadership MBA programme inspires students through collaborative learning and practical engagement, aiming to develop leaders who can drive positive social and environmental impact. We believe in equipping our students with essential skills, global perspectives, and innovative insights needed to shape sustainable practices within today’s organisations and communities.
Our Sustainability Leadership MBA programme is designed to inspire students through collaborative learning and practical engagement, aiming to develop leaders who can drive positive social and environmental impact. We believe in equipping students with essential skills, global perspectives, and innovative insights to shape sustainable practices within today’s organisations and communities.
What You Will Learn
Students begin with The Challenge of Sustainability, exploring the importance of sustainability in modern business. This module covers key principles of sustainable development and the role of leadership in fostering change. Through interactive sessions, students critically assess business practices and identify sustainability strategies suited to diverse organisational contexts.
As they progress, students engage with Management Practice: A Critical Perspective, which encourages self-reflection on management styles and decision-making processes. Emphasising the skills necessary to implement sustainability initiatives within an organisation, this module offers insights into ethical leadership and ways to inspire sustainable practices.
In Embedding Sustainability within Organisations, students explore strategies to weave sustainable thinking into the values and operations of a business. Using case studies and real-world scenarios, this module introduces practical tools for driving environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives that align with long-term goals and support global sustainability.
The programme culminates with Leading Sustainability Change, where students refine their leadership approaches to support ongoing transformation in business. This module prepares them to be advocates for sustainability, equipping them with the knowledge to guide their organisations through the challenges and opportunities in today’s evolving sustainability landscape.
Compulsory
(30 credits)
(30 credits)
(30 credits)
(30 credits)
Disclaimer
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The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.
You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.
Ratings and Rankings
Staff
Our People
You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses.
Further information
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or UWTSD recognised equivalent.
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Applicants must have been or be employed in an organisation so that they can draw on their professional context for learning. 
Alternative entry routes 
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Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert). This is the first part of the full Master’s degree.
Once you have successfully completed your PGCert studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remainder of the Master’s degree. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree. â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Admissions Advice and Support 
For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
English language requirements 
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses.
Visa and funding requirements 
If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;
For full information read our visa application and guides. â¶Ä¯â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
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All assessments will be submitted online and will build and reflect on the collaborative activity within the modules. The tutor will provide formative and summative feedback and will be available by email, telephone and/ or Skype for further clarification of feedback if requested by the student. Progression and award will comply with the standard University regulations for Masters programs. Arrangement for re-sit work will be provided through the University VLE.
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Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.
If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies.
We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.
Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities
There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Opportunities to Learn Welsh
We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills. â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;
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It is possible to complete this programme of study without any additional costs.
Students may wish to purchase materials for modules, such as dissertation but this is not a requirement and will have no bearing on the final grade.
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You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.
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Students on the programme will develop knowledge and understanding of organisations, the external context in which they operate and their management through critical engagement with their own practice.
Career entry or advancement in any organisation that is seeking to re-shape itself through key individuals with the understanding to lead an organisation through its sustainability journey.
Key potential roles include: Sustainability Manager; Leader in Human Resource Development; Project Manager; Consultant; Sustainability Activist or Change Agent in Business, industry, development; The Arts; social enterprises; government; NGOs; charities, health or education.