International Programmes 2025/2026

Sustainable Chemistry Management (MBA) Sustainable Chemistry Management (MBA)

Leuphana University Lüneburg • Lüneburg

Degree
Master of Business Administration
Course location
Lüneburg
In cooperation with

ISC3 – International Sustainable Chemistry Collaborative Centre

Teaching language
  • English
Languages

Courses are held entirely in English (100%).

Full-time / part-time
  • part-time (study alongside work)
Mode of study
More than 50% online
Programme duration
3 semesters
Beginning
Summer semester
Application deadline

10 December for the following summer semester (start in March)

Tuition fees per semester in EUR
4,950 EUR
Additional information on tuition fees

Tuition fees total 14,850 EUR plus the current semester contribution.

Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No
Joint degree / double degree programme
No
Description/content

In our MBA Sustainable Chemistry Management, students learn the fundamentals of sustainability management combined with operational knowledge in the field of the chemical sector. They learn how to integrate transformative management practices of sustainable chemistry in their respective field of profession and gain the opportunity of becoming leading actors in reshaping our socio-economy to the requirements of sustainability.

Content includes:

  • Concepts of green chemistry and sustainable chemistry
  • Sustainability management and assessment
  • Leadership and Ethics
  • Innovation management
  • Policy frameworks for chemicals and waste management
  • Regulations for chemical safety in products and supply chains
  • Strategies for implementing product and resource circularity
  • Strategic planning for climate neutrality
Course organisation

The MBA is a three-semester programme. Most of the curriculum is delivered by online learning, framed by two on-site sessions on the campus of Leuphana University at the beginning and the end of the curriculum, respectively. During these on-site sessions, there will be lectures, seminars and extensive networking opportunities with various stakeholders interested in sustainable chemistry.

Modules:

  • Principles of Sustainability Management (5 CP)
  • Perspectives of Sustainability Management (5 CP)
  • Conditions for Sustainability Management (5 CP)
  • Applied Sustainability Management (5 CP)
  • Concepts of Sustainable Chemistry (5 CP)
  • Resources, Recycling and Circular Economy (5 CP)
  • Regulations and International Conventions (5 CP)
  • Tools for Sustainable Chemistry (5 CP)
  • Society and Responsibility (5 CP)
  • Master's Thesis (15 CP)
A Diploma supplement will be issued
Yes
Certificates for specific modules are awarded
Yes
International elements
  • International guest lecturers
  • Specialist literature in other languages
  • International comparisons and thematic reference to the international context
  • Projects with partners in Germany and abroad
Course-specific, integrated German language courses
No
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
No
Pace of course
Mixed (e.g. fixed exam dates and duration, study content can be studied at any time)
Phase(s) of attendance in Germany (applies to the entire programme)
Yes, compulsory
Tuition fees per semester in EUR
4,950 EUR
Additional information on tuition fees

Tuition fees total 14,850 EUR plus the current semester contribution.

Semester contribution

Approx. 210 EUR per semester

Funding opportunities within the university
No
Academic admission requirements
  • First university degree
  • Proof of fluency in English
  • Professional experience: one year for applicants holding a Master's degree, two years for applicants holding a Bachelor's degree
  • Basic skills in accounting, management, human resources or law
Language requirements

Applicants should provide proof of fluency in English (e.g. TOEFL iBT 92 points).

Application deadline

10 December for the following summer semester (start in March)

Submit application to

Please submit your application online at our website.

Support for international students and doctoral candidates
  • Welcome event
  • Tutors
  • Specialist counselling

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