Overview

The Global Strategy and Sustainability programme offered at The University of Edinburgh provides the opportunity to learn about business and its impact.

During your studies, you will explore how to build a humane, resilient future and align business mandates and missions with ethical responsibility.

Career opportunities

Hugely respected by global employers, our programmes provide students with access to world-class academics and courses that are underpinned by real-world insights. From bid manager to marketing consultant, our MSc in Global Strategy and Sustainability can lead to a variety of specialised careers.

Accreditation

Not only is the University of Edinburgh Business School part of a world renowned University, but it is also accredited by the three most influential business accreditation bodies:

the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
the EFMD Quality Improvement System (EQUIS)
the Association of MBAs (AMBA).

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Carbon Accounting

Corporate Responsibility

Responsible Management of Digital Innovation

Business Strategy for Sustainability: Applying an Ethical Approach

Sustainable Business Practice

Sustainability in Context

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-10 00:00:00

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It is strongly recommended you apply as early as possible. Applications may close earlier than the published deadlines if there is exceptionally high demand.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Development Sustainable Development View 278 other Masters in Sustainable Development in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A UK first-class or 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in business and commerce, management, finance, accounting, economics, history, international politics, international relations, science, engineering, or law.

We may also consider applicants with a degree in a different subject area but who have relevant work experience or can demonstrate a high level of interest and engagement in environmental/social sustainability. This could, for example be through involvement with voluntary organisations or societies.

Relevant work experience is not required but may increase your chances of acceptance.

Relevant professional qualifications will be considered.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

32000 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

20100 GBP / year

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Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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