Sustainability technologies and management, Master of Science

Distance learning program @ Wilhelm Büchner University 

👉 The distance learning course in Sustainability Technologies and Management at Wilhelm Büchner University leads to the degree Master of Science (M.Sc.) with a total of 90 ECTS credits. Students gain knowledge in core modules such as Sustainable Development, Economic Sustainability Theories, and Sustainable Financial Management. Specialization options include topics like Sustainability Management, Responsible Innovation, and Sustainability Marketing. In addition, students can further educate themselves in technological study areas, e.g. Sustainable Energy Technologies, Sustainable Mobility, and Digitalization. The focus is on scientific application-oriented and transfer, including a master's thesis.

At a Glance

🏫 Provider Wilhelm Büchner University, UAS based in Darmstadt (Germany)
The Wilhelm Büchner University (WBH) is the largest private university for technology in Germany and specializes in part-time distance learning courses in the fields of computer science, engineering, industrial engineering, environmental technology, and design. It offers a particularly flexible study model that can be started at any time and has no fixed semester times. Thanks to the modern online campus with multimedia learning materials, interactive tools, and the AI-based learning assistant WBH A[ssist], students can tailor their studies individually. Examinations can be taken online or at 15 examination centres, and personal support from lecturers and study advisors ensures optimal assistance. The WBH focuses on practical content, close links with the economy, and high recognition of its qualifications, making it an ideal choice for professionals who want to further their academic qualifications flexibly.
🎓 Field of Study Technology & InformaticsBusiness engineering
📜 Degree Master of Science (M.Sc.)
⏳ Duration 3 Semesters, Study effort 35 hours weekly
🎯 ECTS 90 Credit Points
🌍 Language of Instruction German
📖 Course contents Core modules: Sustainable Development and Sustainability Principles, Economic Sustainability Theories and Concepts, Corporate Responsibility, Strategy and Leadership, Sustainable Financial Management; Specialization Sustainability Management (elective for one module): Sustainability Assessment and Controlling, Sustainability of Global Value Chains, Responsible Innovation, Sustainability Marketing and Communication; Technological Focus (elective for one focus area, consisting of Module I and II and basic module): Basics of Sustainability Technologies, Sustainable Energy Technologies I, Sustainable Energy Technologies II, Sustainable Mobility I, Sustainable Mobility II, Digitalization and Sustainability I, Digitalization and Sustainability II; Scientific Application Orientation and Transfer: Advanced work in Sustainability Management (in the chosen elective module), Future Workshop@WBH (in the chosen technological focus area); Master's Thesis including Colloquium.
✅ ZFU Approval The Central State Office for Distance Learning (ZFU) has approved the course Sustainability technologies and management under the number 1131222.
📅 Enrollment Anytime
💶 Fees
from 598 € monthly
from 11544 € total
🔗 More Info https://www.wb-fernstudium.de
  • interesting elective modules, such as Sustainability Marketing & Communication or Sustainable Mobility
  • Study materials optionally available in print and digital or digital only
  • Study duration of only 3-5 semesters while working
  • Wide selection of Pre-Master Certificates, e.g. Agile Transformation & Digitization
  • Enrollment possible at any time

These are the requirements for the Master's in Sustainability Technologies and Management

The Master's distance learning programme in Sustainability Technologies and Management at Wilhelm Büchner Hochschule is an excellent opportunity for individuals who wish to acquire a deep understanding of sustainable technologies and management principles. Graduates will be able to implement innovative and sustainable solutions in various fields, whether in companies, public administration, or research.

Admission requirements:

  • Academic background: A first degree in engineering, natural sciences, business, information technology, or a comparable field with at least 210 ECTS credit points is required.
  • Diploma or Master's: With an existing diploma or master's degree, you can start the M.Sc. in Sustainability Technologies and Management directly.
  • Credit transfer: If you have already completed examinations in related courses of study, you can have them credited to shorten your distance learning programme. The decision on crediting lies with the examination board.
  • Pre-Master Certificates: If you have less than 210 ECTS credit points from your previous studies, you can choose from a pool of attractive certificates to make up the difference. Each of these certificates offers 30 CP.

The target group of this degree programme includes graduates of a relevant first degree programme as well as professionals from related fields who wish to expand their knowledge in the areas of sustainability, technology, and management to qualify for demanding specialist and managerial tasks and to contribute to sustainable development.

This is the course content and structure of studies

Your Master's programme in "Sustainability Technologies and Management" at Wilhelm Büchner University is a professionally and thematically structured programme that leads to the degree Master of Science.

The programme is structured in modules. You will study thematically closed subject areas (modules) to which credit points are assigned according to the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). The number of credit points assigned to each module depends on the scope of the module and the associated workload. All credit points you earn will be credited to you, and you will receive documentation of this. Your achievements are thus comparable and recognized internationally.

If you have less than 210 ECTS credits from a previous bachelor's degree, you will have access to a pool of pre-master certificates:

  • Future Management
  • Agilization and Digitalization
  • Digital Energy Management and Energy Systems
  • Digitalization and Transformation
  • Quality Management
  • Technology Management

From this pool, you can choose attractive certificates with their own completion to make up the difference. A pre-master certificate corresponds to 30 ECTS credits. Enrollment in the Master's programme can only follow after successful completion of the pre-master's programme.

The Master's programme in Sustainability Technologies and Management has a standard duration of three semesters, which corresponds to a total of 90 ECTS credits.

The programme is structured as follows:

  • 1st Semester: Sustainable Development and Sustainability Principles, Economic Sustainability Theories and Concepts, Corporate Responsibility, Strategy and Leadership, Sustainable Financial Management, Advanced Sustainability Management (1 elective module)
  • 2nd Semester: Advanced Sustainability Management (in the chosen specialization area), Basics of Sustainability Technologies, Technological Focus (Part 1), Technological Focus (Part 2), Future Workshop@WBH
  • 3rd Semester: Master's Thesis including Colloquium

In the elective course area, you can choose from these modules:

  • Advanced Sustainability Management*: Sustainability Assessment and Controlling, Sustainability of Global Value Chains, Responsible Innovation, Sustainability Marketing and Communication
  • Technological Focus**: Sustainable Energy Technologies I + II, Sustainable Mobility I + II, Digitalization and Sustainability I + II

*1 of 4 elective modules plus specialization work in the chosen area
**Consisting of basic module in sustainability technologies and elective modules I and II.

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