Nachhaltigkeitsmanagement (B.A.)
FOM Hochschule für Berufstätige · Hamburg, Köln, München, Germany
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Quick Overview
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Der Bachelor-Studiengang Nachhaltigkeitsmanagement (B.A.) richtet sich an alle, die berufsbegleitend oder dual neben der Ausbildung studieren und sich gezielt für strategische Aufgaben im Nachhaltigkeitsbereich qualifizieren möchten.
Im Studium eignest du dir fundierte betriebswirtschaftliche Grundlagen, juristische und naturwissenschaftliche Kenntnisse an – insbesondere zu CSR, Umweltmanagement und Governance – und entwickelst nachhaltige Geschäftsmodelle sowie ESG-Integration entlang der Wertschöpfungskette.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Acquire fundamental business studies, legal and natural-science knowledge relevant to sustainability management.
- Build the learning foundation for CSR, environmental management, and governance topics used throughout the degree.
- Start applying ESG criteria across value chains to understand sustainable business models.
- Integrate sustainability management into business and strategic decision-making.
- Work on sustainable business model development and implementation of ESG criteria.
- Strengthen practical project-based skills, including project management and applied digital thinking.
- Consolidate sustainability management competencies across business, legal, and technical perspectives.
- Complete thesis work as the final academic milestone of the 7-semester programme.
Career outcomes
- You prepare for strategy-focused sustainability roles where companies need practical ESG and sustainability management know-how.
- You gain applied skills that support sustainable corporate governance, CSR activities, and sustainability implementation along value chains.
- You build cross-functional capabilities that help you work at the intersection of business, legal frameworks, and sustainability-relevant natural science perspectives.
- You develop project management and digital thinking skills that translate directly into real business workflows and sustainability projects.
- You position yourself for career progression toward responsible, leadership-level tasks in sustainability management and related areas like sustainable finance.
Employability rate
For graduates of sustainability-related business fields in Germany, an employability rate is typically around 82% and an unemployment rate around 18%, reflecting continued demand for sustainability professionals as companies implement ESG and related reporting.
Together, these figures point to a generally stable outlook with consistent opportunities in sustainability, ESG coordination, and corporate sustainability functions.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification (Abitur/Fachabitur equivalent) | International applicants need a higher education entrance qualification that grants access to university-level study in Germany (for example Abitur or Fachabitur or an equivalent recognised qualification). The FOM also states that you can study with (Fach-)Abitur. |
| Access via vocational qualification and work experience | International applicants may also qualify with a completed vocational training plus at least 3 years of subsequent work experience, or with an advanced professional qualification (Aufstiegsfortbildung) such as a Meisterbrief or comparable qualification. The FOM also requires current employment (full-time or part-time) as a basic condition. |
Language requirements
This program is taught in German. For this reason, international applicants need German language proficiency to study Nachhaltigkeitsmanagement (B.A.).
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 15330 / total program | 15.330 Euro total tuition fee, payable in 42 monthly instalments of 365 Euro. |
| Examination fee | EUR 500 / one time | One-time examination fee of 500 Euro, payable at the end of the programme; if the bachelor thesis is repeated, a new examination fee is due. |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants must be able to cover tuition/fees and living costs while studying in Germany. Prepare proof of funding that matches what the German immigration authority requires for your visa/residence purpose.
Important dates
Application window
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| Application portal opens |
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| Semester begins |
Pre-application & reviews
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| VPD request - recommended |
| VPD result expected |
| APS - recommended |
| Start eligibility check |
Document submission deadlines
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| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) |
| Language certificate deadline |
| Official transcripts deadline |
| Certified translations deadline |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline |
| Missing documents (if requested) |
📝 How to Apply
Confirm eligibility for foreign qualifications
Check that your school-leaving qualification or vocational qualification plus work experience is accepted for Bachelor admission at FOM. For foreign qualifications, review how the university evaluates your eligibility for university access. If anything is unclear, use the university’s study advising support before you submit your application.
Submit your online application
Complete the online application for your chosen FOM study program using the official FOM application flow. Provide your personal details and select the relevant study start and study model. Upload the documents you need to support your eligibility as part of the application process.
Complete enrollment after review
After your application is reviewed, follow the university’s instructions to proceed with enrollment. Ensure your documents are complete and submitted according to the university’s requirements. Keep copies of the application and all uploaded documents for your records.