Sustainability and Management
BSP Business School Berlin · Berlin, Germany
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The Master of Science programme Sustainability & Management at BSP Business & Law School Berlin prepares you for the social, ecological, and economic challenges of a constantly changing world, combining management with sustainability-focused thinking and action.
The course is structured around mindset, skillset, and toolset, and includes applied project work, company-based learning, and a master’s thesis with colloquium, with an optional choice in the 3rd semester for an internship (project study) or a semester abroad.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Build business and management fundamentals linked to sustainability topics and decision-making.
- Develop analytical and leadership skills used for sustainability-oriented strategies and operations.
- Study sustainability concepts across social, ecological, and economic dimensions as applied to management contexts.
- Strengthen applied project work skills to support later practice-oriented modules.
- Apply knowledge in practice through either an internship with a company for ten weeks or a study abroad semester at partner universities.
- Focus on practical sustainability and management application in real organisational settings.
- Complete the programme with a final academic master thesis.
- Use the programme knowledge base to address a sustainability and management topic in a structured, research-oriented way.
Curriculum
The official study plan contains 19 modules across four semesters, organised into Mindset, Skillset and Toolset. It combines management and sustainability foundations with applied projects, a third-semester internship or semester-abroad option, research preparation and a master's thesis.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS / CP | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 6 modules | M1 Strategy and Sustainable Development | ||
| M4 Environmental Psychology | ||||
| M5 Scientific Thinking | ||||
| M8 Sustainable Business Models | ||||
| M11 Sustainability Driven Innovation | ||||
| M14 Design Thinking Project | ||||
| Semester 2 | 6 modules | M2 Leadership and Coaching | ||
| M3 Organization, Change, and New Work | ||||
| M9 Sustainable Value Chain Management | ||||
| M10 Communication and Sustainability | ||||
| M12 Sustainability Field Trip | ||||
| M15 Impact Analysis Project | ||||
| Semester 3 | 4 modules | M6 Business Ethics | ||
| M13 Sustainability Across Industries | ||||
| M16 Project Study - Internship or Semester Abroad | ||||
| M18 Scientific Research Project | ||||
| Semester 4 | 3 modules | M7 Business and Taxation Law | ||
| M17 Transformation Project | ||||
| M19 Master's Thesis with Colloquium | ||||
| Total | 19 modules | |||
Career outcomes
- You graduate with sustainability and management training that prepares you for roles where companies and organisations need ESG- and sustainability-aware leadership and planning.
- You gain job-ready applied skills through a practice-oriented semester option (internship or study abroad), helping you translate sustainability concepts into real workplace decisions.
- This programme supports career pathways in sustainability management, corporate responsibility, and related business functions that require balancing ecological, social, and economic perspectives.
- You build credibility for employers working across international markets, because the master structure includes practical exposure and potential international experience.
- You strengthen your professional profile for progression towards specialist and management responsibilities in sustainability-related teams as your experience grows.
Employability rate
Graduates of sustainability-related management study programmes in Germany typically see an employability rate of around 86% and an unemployment rate of about 14%, reflecting steady demand for sustainability and ESG-related expertise across industries.
Together, these figures point to a generally stable outlook with reliable opportunities for roles in corporate sustainability, strategy, and sustainability-focused business functions.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Access to higher education (foreign-qualification) | International applicants must have an appropriate higher education entrance qualification under the relevant Berlin higher education act. The admission information for this program refers to being entitled to study according to the Berlin Higher Education Act and to a professionally qualifying university degree for admission to the Master level. |
| Relevant bachelor's degree (foreign-qualification) | International applicants are required to submit a recognized bachelor’s degree or an equivalent higher education qualification from outside Germany, typically in business, social sciences, or humanities. Admission also references a minimum of 180 CP for the relevant bachelor-level degree. |
Language requirements
The programme is primarily taught in German and requires German proficiency at CEFR C1. Some lectures and seminars may be delivered in English by international experts, so English proficiency at CEFR B2 is also required. BSP does not publish programme-specific IELTS, TOEFL, PTE Academic, Duolingo or other test-score equivalents on the official programme page.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 16560 / total program | The total tuition fee is EUR 16,560, payable in 24 equal monthly instalments of EUR 690 in the full-time study model. |
| Enrollment fee | EUR 100 / one time | A one-time enrollment fee of EUR 100 is charged when a student newly enrols. |
Proof of financial resources
Bangladeshi applicants seeking a German student visa must demonstrate sufficient funds for living expenses in addition to paying BSP tuition. The official requirement for students in 2026 is EUR 11,904 for one year, equivalent to EUR 992 per month.
- A blocked account containing at least EUR 11,904 for one year, with a monthly available amount of EUR 992 under the 2026 student-financing requirement.
- A recognised scholarship award that provides sufficient funding for the required living expenses.
- A formal Declaration of Commitment, known as a Verpflichtungserklärung, submitted by an eligible sponsor in Germany.
- Financial evidence must cover living expenses; BSP tuition and the one-time enrollment fee must be planned separately.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | October 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your qualifications and language proof
Check that your bachelor’s degree (and any supporting transcripts) meet the program’s international admission criteria for Master-level entry. If the program requires English and German competence, ensure you can provide the accepted language evidence before you submit. Collect scanned copies of your documents so you can upload them during the application.
Submit the online application
Complete the university’s official online application during the published application window. Upload all required documents in the requested format and ensure your personal details match your passport. Pay any published application or enrolment fees if the portal asks for them during submission.
Respond to requests during admissions review
After you submit, the admissions office reviews your foreign qualifications against the Master admission requirements. If you are asked for additional items (for example, clearer proof of your degree scope or supporting documents), respond within the requested timeline. Keep copies of your submissions and any emails from the university.
Enrol for the start date
If you receive an admission decision, follow the instructions for enrolment to confirm your place in time for the program start. The program’s key information shows the study start date and tuition structure, including the one-time enrolment fee where applicable. Plan your study financing and travel arrangements after you have an official admission confirmation.