Master in Sustainable Development Management
Course overview
| Qualification | Master's Degree |
| Study mode | Full-time, Part-time |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Intakes | January, March, September |
| Tuition (Local students) | B$ 16,041 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | B$ 16,635 |
About
The Master in Sustainable Development Management (MSDM) at the Jeffrey Sachs Center aims to create a new generation of multidisciplinary practitioners adept at management and problem-solving using analytics and systems thinking guided by global concerns. The programme aims to equip students with necessary management skills and acumen to create innovative solutions to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It encompasses corporate sustainability strategies, social entrepreneurship, finance and sustainability, sustainable management and operations, as well as economics and development. This is built upon a broad knowledge base that covered critical areas like climate change, waste management, energy systems, agriculture and food systems, forestry, and biodiversity.
Students are not only exposed to theories and concepts but also real-world practices and case studies to gain a holistic understanding of the opportunities and challenges to achieving the SDGs in scientific, economic, business, and technological aspects.
Admissions
Intakes
Fees
Tuition
- B$ 16,041
- Local students
- B$ 16,635
- Foreign students
Estimated cost as reported by the Institution.
Application
- B$ 42
- Local students
- B$ 199
- Foreign students
Student Visa
- B$ 685
- Foreign students
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Entry Requirements
Qualifications
Candidates should have either one of these qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) or its equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 out of 4.00, or equivalent from a recognised Institution of Higher Education, as accepted by the University’s Senate; or
- A bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) with CGPA below 2.50 out of 4.00 or its equivalent qualifications can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years of working experience in a relevant field; or
- Any other equivalent professional qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government.
English Language Requirement
International candidates should demonstrate English proficiency sufficient to meet the needs of the programme:
- IELTS: 6.0 / CEFR: B2
- TOEFL: PBT (550) or IBT (75)
- Cambridge English (Advanced): 180 / CEFR: B2 or Cambridge English (Proficiency): 180 / CEFR: C1
- PTE Academic: 50
- Malaysian University English Test: Band 4
If a student does not meet this requirement, the HEP offers English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme. This is normally conducted through an English language proficiency assessment.
Curriculum
Core Courses
- Earth’s Climate System
- Economics of Sustainability Management
- Social Entrepreneurship and Development
- Sustainable Management and Operations
- Finance and Sustainability
- Corporate Sustainability Strategies
- Global Foundation Course: Introduction to Sustainable Development
- Research Methods
- Research Project I
- Research Project II
Available Electives
- Sustainable Waste Management
- Energy Systems and Management
- Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems
- Sustainable Forestry
- Biodiversity
- Governance in Sustainable Development
- Sustainable Economic Development
- Smart Tech and IOT