Curriculum

Sustainability extends into multiple fields of study and is reflected in the fast-growing job sector. When you study sustainability, such as in this programme, you will have the opportunity to explore many aspects of sustainable practices. The concepts and principles in sustainability extend into all industries such as food and beverages, healthcare, tourism, manufacturing, energy, transportation, and increasingly, the finance industry. Sonner or later, every job will require knowledge on sustainability, so why not start preparing now?

Pursuing a Masters degree always entail the pressure of choosing the right one for us. We all look for a career that will fulfil our professional needs and satisfy us personally. Another concern is whether our field of study will support us financially. Fortunately, sustainability degrees are in much higher demand now. As the job market for sustainability professionals are growing increasingly, the SLGP recognizes the need to complement this market demand while equipping potential change agents with the knowledge and skillset needed in our changing environment.

Sometimes our career choices lead us to an unmotivated work life and a lack of purpose. Often when people do not feel that they are doing something meaningful, their job satisfaction deteriorates drastically as a result. An advantage of studying in the field of sustainability is the fact that it is an impactful career choice. There are a lot of things about this field that will make you feel like you are making a difference, doing something meaningful and giving back. The emotional reward comes from the involvement in social and environmental issues, and the financial one comes from the fast-growing job market.

There are businesses that have adopted sustainability into their operations and there are those whose entire activity is related to sustainability, and as a result the related functions are being promoted to higher levels of management. Increasingly, we see companies requiring their C-suite level executives to have an education related to sustainability, or at least have some level of experience in the field.

Vision
We believe in an education where students will grow into professionals who listen empathetically, know the power of open dialogue, understand and are able to facilitate collaboration towards a fair, just and environmentally sustainable society, through a high level of academic achievement that bridges with practice.

Mission
We will fuel the fire of passion to change our world for the better by acquiring an understanding that promotes positive action, skills and commitment to discuss hard issues and solve tough problems cooperatively. By providing an enabling educational environment where student learners will flourish and grow toward their career goals, while developing the needed leadership acumen for the development of social equality, eco-justice and principles of an inclusive economy.

Values
The programme is shaped by the values and principles embodied in the idea of sustainability. These values include equal access, respect for diversity, community mindedness, cultural sensitivity and ethical awareness through an inclusive and participatory decision-making process. Our instructors and students will be guided by the principles of respect for varying perspectives, high standards of integrity, fairness, and above all striving to live in harmony with the planetary systems and each other.

1) will have understanding about the tools and methodologies that companies can integrate to improve their own environmental performance and how to contribute to global challenges associated with pollution, energy, natural resource management and climate change;

2) will recognise how the private sector can contribute to dealing with environmental and social challenges in a way that simultaneously enhances the competitiveness of businesses and local economies;

3) will have professional knowledge and competencies for taking a role in a business to deliver effective solutions to environmental and social challenges and take on a leadership role;

4) should be able to become reflective leaders with the ability to critically examine issues and problems facing businesses and other organisations that are committed to achieving to sustainable development;

5) should be able to integrate and synthesise knowledge and professional skills for problem-solving.