Specializations - Sustainable Environmental, Social, and Governance Management
The Sustainable Environmental, Social and Governance (SESG) Management specialization prepares students to tackle climate, environmental, and social justice challenges by connecting them directly with organizations for real-world problem-solving, through a multidisciplinary curriculum that:
- Draws from sustainability science, organizational change scholarship, supply chain management, financial reporting, justice concepts, and stakeholder responsibility
- Emphasizes methods for addressing organizational needs in procurement, human rights, financial and environmental reporting
- Focuses on applying creativity, collaboration, and entrepreneurship/intrapreneurship to identify and implement solutions across diverse sectors
- Equips students with knowledge and skills to work on environmental, social, and governance issues facing Minnesota and the globe
This specialization is sponsored jointly by the Carlson School of Management, Humphrey School of Public Affairs, and Institute on the Environment (IonE).
Career Opportunities
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, sustainability has become a critical factor for success. By equipping yourself with the skills to integrate sustainability practices into core business operations, you'll gain a competitive edge and position yourself for rewarding careers in a wide range of industries.
Opportunities in the field of sustainability include:
- Green technologies
- Biodiversity preservation
- Smart cities and infrastructure
- Supply chain management
- Financial innovation
- Technology Social enterprises
By combining sustainability knowledge with traditional business skills, you'll be ready to drive positive change and explore exciting opportunities in the growing green economy.
Recommended Courses
It is recommended to complete at least 12 elective credits as outlined below for a specialization in Sustainable ESG Management.
Complete at least 6 credits from the following:
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PA 5771 | Change Leadership for Environmental, Social and Governance Action | 3* |
| PA 5772 | Fundamentals of Sustainability Science | 1* |
| FINA 6920 | ESG for Investors and the Economy | 2 |
| SCO 6094 | Responsible Supply Chain Management | 2 |
Complete the remaining credits from the following:
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MGMT 6411 | Corporate Responsibility | 2 |
| MGMT 6043 | Strategies for Sustainability course previously offered as MGMT 6100 | 2 |
| PA 5761 | Environmental Systems Analysis at the Food-Energy-Water Nexus | 3* |
| PA 5243 | Environmental Justice in Urban Planning & Public Policy | 3* |
| GCC 5044 | A Circularity Revolution: Working to Close the Loop on Global Issues | 3* |
Complete at least 6 credits from the following:
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PA 5771 | Change Leadership for Environmental, Social and Governance Action | 3* |
| PA 5772 | Fundamentals of Sustainability Science | 1* |
| FINA 6920 | ESG for Investors and the Economy | 2 |
| SCO 6094 | Responsible Supply Chain Management | 2 |
Complete the remaining credits from the following:
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MGMT 6411 | Corporate Responsibility | 2 |
| MGMT 6043 | Strategies for Sustainability course previously offered as MGMT 6100 | 2 |
| PA 5761 | Environmental Systems Analysis at the Food-Energy-Water Nexus | 3* |
| PA 5243 | Environmental Justice in Urban Planning & Public Policy | 3* |
| GCC 5044 | A Circularity Revolution: Working to Close the Loop on Global Issues | 3* |
*Please note: MBA students are eligible to petition to have a maximum of 8 credits of courses from outside of the MBA Program count towards their MBA Electives requirement. These courses will require approval from the instructor and Academic Program offering the course for registration.
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