Advance Your Career with MS in Sustainability Management at American University
Alexandria, VA – The MS in Sustainability Management at American University’s Kogod School of Business is designed for people who want to turn their commitment to the planet into a powerful career advantage. This 30-credit master’s program can be completed in as little as 12 months, with flexible in-person and fully online options that fit around work and life.
Housed in a leading business school, the program uniquely blends business fundamentals with environmental science, public policy, and social impact, preparing students to design solutions that are both sustainable and profitable. Students learn to analyze organizational challenges in their environmental context and craft strategies that drive economic, ecological, and social value—skills employers across consulting, corporations, NGOs, and governments urgently need.
Experiential learning is central. Students tackle live projects with real stakeholders in the United States and abroad and participate in international experiences focused on global sustainability practices. Recent graduates have launched careers at organizations such as Deloitte, EY, Marriott International, the World Wildlife Fund, and the World Bank Group.
Located in Washington, DC—the world’s first LEED Platinum city—Kogod offers direct access to policy makers, global NGOs, and mission-driven companies in a city that serves as a living laboratory for climate and sustainability innovation. The Fall 2026 application is open now. To learn more, email [email protected].
