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The Master's degree course in Sustainability Management enables graduates to accompany and lead companies and organizations on the path to sustainable development. They acquire comprehensive knowledge in the areas of sustainability, management and business and learn how to apply this knowledge in practice.
"Sustainability is not just an ecological problem, but also an economic and social one. It's about creating a future that works for everyone." - Ban Ki-moon (former UN Secretary-General)
Are you one of those students -
- who are offered a wide range of professional development opportunities.
- who anchor sustainable thinking in the culture of companies and society.
- who make a personal contribution to solving environmental problems (climate change, scarcity of resources) and eliminating social injustice.
- who have access to a future-proof career in a growing sector of companies and other organizations.
🌱 LIVE TALK - Master Sustainability Management
Attention prospective students!
Would you like to help companies become more sustainable? Are you looking for a Master's degree program that combines strategic management with a real focus on the future?
Then the Master's in Sustainability Management at HWG Ludwigshafen is just right for you!
In our LIVE TALK series, you will get a compact insight into the course, learn about the main areas of focus and can ask your personal questions directly to the course team. Participation is free and non-binding.
📅 Dates of the LIVE Talks 2026 - each at 4:00 pm
- March 12, 2026
- April 16, 2026
- May 21, 2026
- June 18, 2026
- July 09, 2026
🎯 What can you expect in the LIVE Talk?
- Presentation of the Master's degree program in Sustainability Management
- Insights into the course structure, modules and areas of expertise
- Information on application processes and admission
- Career paths and practical prospects in sustainability management
- Q&A: Your questions - answered directly by the program team
🌍 Why study Sustainability Management?
Sustainability managers are among the most sought-after specialists and managers. Companies need experts who can strategically combine ecological, social and economic responsibility.
The Master's in Sustainability Management prepares you for exactly that - academically sound, practical and future-oriented.
💻 Take part now
The LIVE Talks take place online and are open to all interested parties.
LINK: https://hwg-lu-de.zoom-x.de/j/9978514501
Career prospects
- Sustainability manager in industrial and service companies
- Consultant for sustainability and transformation in consulting companies
- Controller/ consultant for sustainability reporting
- Brand manager for sustainably positioned brands
- Sustainability project manager for purchasing & logistics
- Company founder with sustainable business ideas
- Expert in sustainability and social responsibility at public institutions or NGOs
and much more.
5 reasons for the degree programs
Professional expertise: The university's Sustainability Management degree programs are characterized by outstanding expertise in the field of sustainability management. This is underlined by experienced lecturers, innovative research projects and close cooperation with leading companies.
Practical orientation: The degree programs closely combine theory and practice. While completing your Master's degree, you will have the opportunity to work on current projects and case studies to gain practical experience.
Interdisciplinary orientation: The course places great emphasis on interdisciplinary work. The degree programs offer students the opportunity to deepen their knowledge in various areas such as innovation management and ethical issues.
Career opportunities: Master's degree program graduates in Sustainability Management are ideally prepared for a career in sustainability management and can work in various industries such as companies, NGOs or public authorities.
Internationality: The Ludwigshafen University of Business and Society attaches great importance to internationality and offers Sustainability Management students numerous opportunities to gain international experience through exchange programs or internships abroad. This enables students to develop intercultural skills and expand their global network.
Fancy going abroad?
Ludwigshafen University of Applied Sciences has around 150 partner universities all over the world - in almost all EU countries, but also in the USA, Australia, Taiwan and Korea, for example. Stays abroad in the form of an internship or a semester abroad enable students to acquire a wide range of intercultural skills. The stays abroad can be recognized with credit or on a voluntary basis as an additional semester.
We are of the opinion that a semester abroad is always a plus on your CV and absolutely justifies extending your studies!
Study Sustainability Management in the Master's program in Ludwigshafen
The city of Ludwigshafen is located in the middle of the metropolitan area Rhine-Neckar with around 160,000 companies (including 10 of the 100 largest listed companies such as BASF, SAP, Roche, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen, HeidelbergCement, KSB or Fuchs Petrolub, many medium-sized companies, hidden champions and innovative start-ups), 800,000 employees and a gross value added of over 62 billion euros.
The region is home to a large number of research and scientific institutions: 23 universities and colleges and more than 30 renowned research institutes (European Molecular Biology Laboratory, four Max Planck Institutes, German Cancer Research Center, Center for European Economic Research).
In addition to an excellent infrastructure with around 240 long-distance departures daily & good public transport, 8 freeways in the immediate vicinity and only 30 minutes to Frankfurt International Airport, the region also offers a wide range of cultural and leisure activities with more than 230 museums, 110 theaters and many concerts and festivals, four UNESCO World Heritage Sites, over 120 castles and palaces and three nature parks.
Content & procedure
Course structure
3-semester on-campus course with 10 compulsory modules and the Master's thesis in the 3rd semester (lecture times Monday - Saturday).
Some of the courses are held in English.
1st semester
- Management Skills
- Basics Sustainability
- Strategic Management
- Economy & Ethics
- Scientific Methods
2nd semester
- ESG Project
- International Aspects of Sustainability Management
- Sustainable Finance & Controlling
- Data Analytics
- Sustainable Innovations
3rd semester
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Application & Admission
The "Apply" button will take you to a brief guide on how to register and apply.
If you are not sure which documents you need to upload to the portal, you will find an overview here:
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admisson requirements
Completed degree in economics or a comparable subject (business studies component at least 30%) with 210 ECTS and a minimum grade of 2.5.
As some of the courses are held in English, knowledge of English at level B2 is recommended.
Studies not yet completed by the application deadline
Examination for students who have not yet completed their studies
If you have not yet completed your studies by the application deadline, you can apply if you have no more than 30 ECTS outstanding.
In accordance with Section 19 (3) of the Higher Education Act in conjunction with Section 2 (3) of the General Examination Regulations and Section 2 (3) of the Special Examination Regulations of the Ludwigshafen University of Business and Society as amended, anyone who has not yet successfully completed a Bachelor's degree program or an equivalent/related degree, but who can guarantee that they will obtain the degree within one semester of enrolling in the Master's degree program, may also be admitted to a consecutive Master's degree program.
In this case, enrollment is conditional. Enrolment expires if the missing qualifications are not proven by the end of the first semester at the latest. The final examination takes place after the end of the first semester.
We therefore recommend that you make an appointment with Ms. Stephanie Haider-Sandel (0621/5203-157 or by e-mail) before you apply. This will allow us to clarify in advance whether you will meet the admission requirements at the end of your Bachelor's degree.
Admisson requirements for a Bachelor's degree with 180 ECTS
Admisson requirements for a Bachelor's degree with 180 ECTS
We offer applicants with a Bachelor's degree of 180 ECTS the opportunity to make up the missing 30 ECTS before registering for the Master's thesis.
A binding study agreement (vSV) must be concluded with the head of degree program so that you can make up the missing 30 ECTS.
Please print out the application form and submit it to Ms. Stephanie Haider-Sandel (stephanie.haider-sandel@hwg-lu.de) together with all required documents (certificates, official job description, other confirmations, etc.).
The team at the Student Service Center (SSC) is looking forward to meeting you!
The SSC staff will support you with all questions relating to application and admission at the HWG LU. Whether you need help with the application process or are unsure which documents are required - you will receive competent support here.
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If you have any questions about the content or focus of a particular degree program, the respective program manager of your desired degree program will be happy to help you. You can find them in the contacts below.
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