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International Master in Entrepreneurship and Design for Sustainability

International Master in Entrepreneurship and Design for Sustainability

Master in Entrepreneurship and Design Sustainability

Overview

According to the World Economic Forum, transitioning the food, land, ocean, built environment, and energy sectors to nature-positive business models could unlock $10.1 trillion in annual business opportunities and create 395 million jobs by 2030. How can we best seize these immense opportunities in the field of sustainability?

The Master in Entrepreneurship and Design for Sustainability is your gateway to harnessing these prospects. This program fosters an entrepreneurial mindset that views sustainability as a powerful opportunity rather than a challenge. Through this Master’s program, you will learn to create, craft, and launch innovative ideas using cutting-edge design approaches. More importantly, you will acquire the methodologies and tools needed to transform these ideas into successful projects or companies that balance planetary care with profitability. Embrace this chance to make a significant impact while building a sustainable future.

Download our brochure to discover how our Master in Entrepreneurship and Design for Sustainability can transform your future

Is it right for me?

You are an ideal candidate if you:

have a background in environmental science, business administration, engineering, design, or a closely related field, and are eager to master your skills in sustainable entrepreneurship and innovative design strategies. We also welcome degrees in other disciplines, as long as you have relevant coursework or experience in sustainability and design.

possess exceptional digital literacy and are proficient with entrepreneurship-focused digital tools and emerging technologies. Your ambition is to excel in mastering tools like business model innovation software, sustainable design platforms, and environmental impact measurement tools, crucial for developing sustainable business solutions. You aspire to solve real user problems and, by mastering design methodologies, you aim to enhance user experience.

Please note that we’ve designed this programme for recent graduates with ideally no more than 3 years of work experience. If you have more experience, you might also like to take a look at our International MBA programmes.

Why choose this master?

The Master in Entrepreneurship and Design for Sustainability, is unique for the following reasons:

A programme that responds to market demands:

Our programme aligns with market demand by providing highly sought-after green skills. According to ManpowerGroup's latest Global Insights report, "The Greening World of Work 2023 Outlook," 70% of employers globally are currently recruiting or planning to actively recruit for green roles, such as Entrepreneur in sustainable industries and Innovation/Sustainability Manager.

Our partners

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Programme structure

Our Master in Entrepreneurship and Design for Sustainability is a unique program born from the valuable partnership between POLIMI Graduate School of Management, SKEMA, and POLI.design. This collaboration leverages SKEMA's strong ties with businesses and POLIMI GSoM's extensive connections in the sector, enabling participants to blend solid theoretical training with a practical, reliable business vision.

At POLIMI GSoM your learning journey goes beyond lectures and textbooks, as we have designed a transformational path that will allow you to embark on a journey towards professional and personal fulfillment.

Want to learn what hands-on activities await you? Found out more by downloading our brochure.

Our services

Throughout your journey you will have the chance to be inspired by the vibrant cultural atmosphere of Milan, Italy. You will be able to enjoy leisure activities while immersing yourself in one of the most important centres worldwide for international business, with a rich entrepreneurial network that also serves as a backdrop to some of the most important international events.

To enable you to do so, we offer you a wide range of services to ease your path as you settle into your life in a new city and live the POLIMI GSoM experience. Discover all our services, ranging from housing to Italian courses by consulting the following ranging from housing to Italian courses by consulting the following website

Career

YOUR CAREER PATH

The Career Development Centre provides students with a self-assessment of their skills and an analysis of the job market; candidates will be supported in designing a customised career strategy and an effective action plan, to turn their career aspirations into achievable goals. The Career Development Programme will assist students to develop professional skills and to become successful “Career Leaders”.

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CAREER IMPACT & TOP EMPLOYERS:

Our Master in Entrepreneurship and Design for Sustainability gets you ready for a variety of roles, including:

Entrepreneur in sustainable industries
Business Developer
Product Manager
Customer Success/Operations Manager in positive impact start-ups
Innovation/Sustainability Manager in companies with a strong sense of corporate social responsibility
Head of Sustainability/Chief Impact Officer
Customer Service and Customer Relationship Manager
Event Manager

For the 2022 cohort, 75% of our students had been offered employment opportunities by the end of the programme, covering positions in a wide range of company sectors such as Consulting, Banking, Energy, and many others.

Admissions

Please note that we process applications on a rolling basis, which means that they may close even before the deadlines. Our limited number of seats available in the class means the sooner you apply, the better.

If you are a non-EU candidate, we recommend that you apply at least 3 months before the programme starts, to leave enough time for a Statement of Comparability of your degree and to apply for your student visa.

1. ACTIVATE YOUR APPLICATION AND SUBMIT YOUR DOCUMENTS

Fill in the form at apply.gsom.polimi.it and upload these documents:

your CV in English
university transcripts/mark sheets
bachelor’s/master’s degree (if already available at the time of the application)
copy of your passport or ID
digital picture
letter of reference
motivation letter

Financial Aid Essay (if you’re applying for one of our tuition fee reductions)

English proficiency certificate: IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC or equivalent (if already available at the time of the application)

Pay the Application Fee (EUR €100)

2. SCREENING

We will let you know if you have been selected for a Motivational Interview in English, which we will do online.

Fees and Benefits

The programme costs €25.000. These costs cover the entire length of our programme, but they do not include living and travel expenses.

We at POLIMI GSoM have partnered with Flywire to accept payments from international students worldwide.

Please note that we don’t offer full scholarships, and that the DSU and other scholarships offered by Politecnico di Milano and the Italian Government cannot be used for POLIMI GSoM’s programmes.

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Hear from our Ambassadors

If you are looking to get in contact with someone who has faced the selection process and completed the programme, then get in touch with our Ambassadors.

They will be more than happy to help you figure out the Master’s professional objectives and give you all the information and insights that you might need before starting your application process.

Meet all our Ambassadors!

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Through this experience, I shifted from being just a contributor to becoming a driver of innovation. And that, I believe, is the essence of modern leadership - being the bridge between vision and execution in a dynamic, interconnected world.

Ekaterina Makarova

Innovation strategy @Pometon S.p.A

Russia