Study program

University

City

Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences

Sustainable Development Management

M.A. (Master of Arts)

Subjects: Political Sciences, Business Administration, Agribusiness & Agricultural Economics, Sustainability, Industrial Engineering, Agricultural Science, Biodiversity, Ecology, and Evolution, Conservation Management, Economics, Innovation Management, Management & Consulting, Development Studies

Management

M.A.

Degree

English only

Language

Winter semester: 15 Jul

Summer semester: 15 Jan

Application Deadlines

1.5 Years (starting: Both semesters)

Duration

Free

Tuition Fees (per semester)

Starting: Both semesters
Mode of admission:: local admission restriction
Application:: uni-assist
Study mode:: On campus

Program Video

Five Reasons to choose this Master's Program

A unique program combining economics and political science with sustainable development

Development economics, empirical data collection, management of development projects, international law, and macroeconomics in least developed countries are just some of the interesting topics students study during this master’s program.

Great career chances in international organizations

Graduates from this master’s program work in top management positions in public institutions, governments, ministries, development banks, multilateral development institutions (e.g. the WB, IMF, or UN), NGOs, private consulting firms, or continue their educations with a Ph.D.

Be part of a modern University of Applied Sciences

Studying at the Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences means learning in small classrooms, in a friendly environment, and with the dedicated support of experienced professors and tutors.

Option to access the EPOS scholarship from the DAAD

This master’s degree is part of the EPOS Scholarship Program, a development-related postgraduate scholarship initiative from the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) that gives funding to students from developing countries who would like to study in Germany. → More Info

Study in English in an international environment

This master’s program is taught in English, giving students the opportunity to study and interact with colleagues in an international environment.

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Course Description

Do you have an undergraduate degree in social sciences, economics, or industrial engineering and wish to become an expert in sustainable development management? Do you wish to take part in a unique program that combines economics, political science, and sustainability in order to lead successful development projects? The M.A. in Sustainable Development Management is a one-of-a-kind program that teaches students how to deal with the challenges of modern project management in the area of sustainability. After graduating, you will have access to amazing career opportunities working in multilateral development institutions (e.g. the WB, IMF, or UN), NGOs, private consulting firms, governments, ministries, development banks, or have the opportunity to further your education with a Ph.D.

Target Groups

Curriculum

Study Mode

Career Prospects

The M.A. in Sustainable Development Management is intended for holders of a first bachelor’s degree in:

Social Sciences
Economics
Industrial Engineering

for those interested in advancing their qualifications and career opportunities in the field of sustainable development management.

1. Study Duration: 1,5 years (without Learning Agreement)

Special Program Features

Study at the international and modern Kleve Campus

The Kleve Campus of the Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences hosts over 7200 students from more than 120 countries. It is formed by several acres of new buildings merged with nature and the surrounding Spoy Canal.

Learn to manage projects with sustainability as the core

During this master’s program, students learn to successfully plan, implement, and evaluate sustainable development projects. They learn how to use empirical methods to improve this process.

Enjoy the quaint city of Kleve while taking advantage of a highly international environment

The charming city of Kleve is located in the region of North Rhine-Westphalia near the border with the Netherlands and gives students the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed student atmosphere while benefiting from a deeply international and multicultural environment.

Accreditations

AQAS

The “Agency for Quality Assurance through Accreditation of Study Programs” is a German non-profit association that is authorized to conduct external evaluation procedures for universities in Germany and Europe.

IAC/EADI

The "International Accreditation Council for Global Development Studies and Research" (IAC/EADI) is the independent council of EADI, the European Association of Development Research and Training Institutes. The main purpose of IAC/EADI is to promote the quality of Global Development training programmes both in the North and the South.

Requirements

Qualification Requirements

The application requirements for the study program in “Sustainable Development Management” are:

Bachelor's (Undergraduate) Degree

Previous bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in:

Social Sciences

Economics

Industrial Engineering

Min ECTS points required:

180*

*Learning Agreement for additional courses available to graduates of 180+ ECTS point programs to meet general 210 ECTS point requirement.

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GPA

A grade of 2.5 or better according to the German grading system.

Language Requirements

The following certificates are recognised as proof of your language proficience.

English

CEFR English

min B2

Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"?

yes

Additional information:

Only IELTS/TOEFL tests are accepted as proof of English language proficiency.

Application & Admission

Application Deadlines

Locked

For Candidates with Previous Degree from

Winter Semester
(starting in October)

Summer Semester
(starting in April)

Germany

Winter Semester: -

Summer Semester: -

Another EU Country

Winter Semester: -

Summer Semester: -

Rest of the world

Winter Semester: -

Summer Semester: -

In 6 days free webinar

How to apply via uni-assist

Application Procedure & Selection

Mode of Admission:

local admission restriction

Admission Test/Interview:

None

Application:

uni-assist

Application Fee:

€ 75 for the first application, € 30 for each additional

Application Documents

First University-Level Degree Copy → Qualification Requirements

Bachelor’s certificate with cumulative GPA (or, if not yet available, your final transcript with cumulative GPA proving that you have finished your studies).

Transcript of Records

Module handbook or a description of the courses in your undergraduate studies.

English Language Certificate → Language Requirements

Testimonials

"What I appreciate most about the master's program is that it includes different areas like economics, politics and social sciences where theory and practical applications are closely combined. Evaluating the impact of a real-life project only serves as one example."
Read the full interview here.
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Location

Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences

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Further Information

Your Personal Contact

Prof. Dr. Oliver Serfling

Head of Studies, Professor for Economic Policy and Development Economics

Consultation hours: Tuesday, 2-3 pm

Contact Details:

[email protected]

Dr. Carina Goldbach

Study Program Manager

Contact Details:

[email protected]

Information Package

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