Executive MBA

Sustainability & ESG Leadership

For the executive who has to translate planetary ambition into balance-sheet reality.

€2 990 · €249/month

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Business & Management

At a glance

Credential
Executive MBA
Faculty
Business & Management
Duration
12–18 months
Format
Online, English
Next intake
January
Tuition
€2 990

About this programme

Sustainability & ESG Leadership

EXECUTIVE MBA IN SUSTAINABILITY & ESG Program Overview The Executive MBA in Sustainability & ESG at Paris Metropolitan University prepares forward-thinking professionals to lead sustainable transformation in business and policy. This program blends executive-level business training with deep expertise in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies to drive responsible growth and long-term impact. This online, flexible program is designed for working professionals who aim to integrate ESG performance into core business strategy while advancing their leadership and managerial capabilities.

Why choose this programme

  1. 01

    Future-Proof Your Career: Gain the tools to lead in an era of climate risk, stakeholder capitalism, and impact investing.

  2. 02

    Business Meets Responsibility: Combine practical business leadership with ethical, sustainable strategies.

  3. 03

    Global Access: 100% online delivery, accessible from anywhere in the world.

  4. 04

    Flexible Format: Ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, and executives balancing career and study.

  5. 05

    Industry-Relevant: Aligned with leading frameworks (SDGs, GRI, CSRD, TCFD, SASB).

What you'll learn

On graduation, you will be able to:

  • Build credible decarbonisation roadmaps inside complex organisations.

  • Read and write ESG disclosures fluently .

    CSRD, ISSB, TCFD.

  • Negotiate sustainable finance and transition capital.

  • Lead organisational change against measurable climate targets.

Career horizons

Where alumni land.

  • ESG and sustainability management
  • Corporate strategy and governance
  • Financial services and impact investing
  • Public policy and development agencies
  • International organizations and NGO

Curriculum

6 modules across 12–18 months.

Asynchronous-first delivery. Each module opens with a live cohort seminar, followed by structured study, an applied assignment, and faculty feedback.

  1. 01

    Sustainability and Corporate Strategy

    Foundations of Sustainability in Business ESG as a Driver of Corporate Value Strategic Integration of ESG Goals Ethical Decision-Making and Corporate Responsibility Aligning Business Strategy with the UN SDGs

  2. 02

    ESG Standards, Reporting, and Compliance

    ESG Metrics and Reporting Frameworks (GRI, SASB, TCFD) Regulatory Trends (EU Taxonomy, CSRD) Materiality Assessments and Double Materiality Transparency, Disclosure, and Stakeholder Trust ESG Ratings and Impact Measurement

  3. 03

    Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing

    Principles of Sustainable Finance Green Bonds, ESG Funds, and Climate Finance ESG Risk Assessment for Investors Impact Investing and Social Entrepreneurship Financing the Transition to Net-Zero

  4. 04

    Circular Economy and Innovation

    Business Models for Circularity Eco-Design and Product Lifecycle Thinking Innovation for Sustainable Development Sustainable Procurement and Green Operations Case Studies in Circular Innovation

  5. 05

    Responsible Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement

    The Role of Leaders in Driving ESG Inclusive Governance and Diversity Stakeholder Mapping and Dialogue Ethics, Trust, and Corporate Citizenship Managing Organizational Change for Sustainability

  6. 06

    Sustainable Supply Chains and Risk Management

    ESG Risks in Global Supply Chains Human Rights and Labor Practices Environmental Risk and Climate Resilience Sustainable Sourcing and Supplier Audits ESG Integration in Enterprise Risk Management

Admission

What we look for.

Admission to the Executive MBA is reviewed by a faculty panel. Decisions are returned within fourteen days of a complete application.

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You will need

  • 01Bachelor's degree.
  • 02Completed application form.
  • 03Transcripts.
  • 04Academic and professional overview.

To complete

  • 01Coursework, assignments, examinations and capstone.
  • 02Oral defence of capstone before faculty.

Tuition

One programme. One transparent fee.

Includes coursework, faculty supervision, examinations and the accredited credential.

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Programme tuition

€2 990

Or €249/month over 12 months — no interest.

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What it covers

  • Full programme curriculum and asynchronous content
  • Live cohort seminars and faculty office hours
  • Personal academic supervisor
  • Examinations and the accredited credential
  • Apostille-eligible degree (Hague Convention)
  • PMU Alumni Network & Career Hub access

Tuition shown in euros. EU VAT may apply depending on the candidate's country of residence. All major cards, SEPA and PayPal accepted.

Frequently asked

Questions worth answering.

Is this programme genuinely 100% online?
Yes. The Executive MBA is delivered fully online, asynchronous-first, with live cohort sessions punctuating each module.
What credential is awarded?
On successful completion, candidates are awarded the Executive MBA in Sustainability & ESG by Paris Metropolitan University. The credential bears the institutional seal.
How much time should I commit each week?
A working baseline of eight to ten hours per week. The programme is paced for adults in role.
Are there prerequisites?
Bachelor's degree. Completed application form. Transcripts. Academic and professional overview.
Do you offer financial assistance?
Need-based fee remission is available; speak to admissions before applying so we can discuss the right path for your circumstances.
Can I defer my admission?
Admitted candidates may defer once to a subsequent intake within twelve months, at no additional cost.
Is the credential recognised internationally?
PMU is an ACBSP candidate, an EAHEA institution, and registered under French private higher-education law. Credentials are honoured worldwide.
What happens after graduation?
Alumni retain access to the institutional network, the journal, the careers practice, and library subscriptions.

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