Graduate Study

JPT/BPP(U) (N/345/7/1075/PA9793) 04/23

“The essence of sustainable development in practice is scientifically and morally based problem solving. We need a globally coordinated effort to move from business as usual to sustainable development. Every part of the world needs to be involved in problem solving, in brainstorming, and in determining new and creative ways to ensure inclusive and sustainable growth.” – Jeffrey D. Sachs

About the Master's

The world is in desperate need of pioneers who have the knowledge and skills to transform business as usual and lead us on a more sustainable path. The Master in Sustainable Development Management at Sunway University was therefore created to equip passionate, ambitious people from multidisciplinary backgrounds to become pioneers - adept at management and problem-solving using analytics and systems thinking guided by global concerns. It aims to empower individuals and organisations to develop innovative solutions to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals in actionable ways in their specific sectors or areas of work.

The Master in Sustainable Development Management will expose students to the scientific, technological, economic, and business understandings of the challenges to sustainable development, as well as provide them with in-depth knowledge of specific subject areas, such as climate change, urban sustainability, energy, water, infrastructure, biodiversity, land-use, waste management and corporate responsibility.

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Duration and Delivery

The program is designed for both working professionals and recent graduates, and will be delivered over 18 months through classroom sessions; virtual tutorials and e-modules; research projects; and individual and group assignments.  

Intake

The programme intake is in January and August each year. Applications close 4 weeks before each intake date.

Program Structure

Students are required to complete 9 core course including Research Project I & II, and 5 elective courses. Refer to Time Table for the schedule of courses.

Core courses (9): 

1. SSM 5033 Corporate Sustainability Strategies
2. SSM 5013 Earth's Climate System
3. SEC 5013 Economics of Sustainability Management
4. SFI 5013 Finance and Sustainability
5. SRM 5013 Research Methods
6. SEN 5013 Social Entrepreneurship and Development
7. SSM 5023 Sustainable Management and Operations
8. PRJ 5013 Research Project I
9. PRJ 5023 Research Project II

Research Project

The research must follow a recognised research methodology. Candidates are encouraged to choose research topics that address current and pressing sustainability challenges. It can address topics of relevance to a specific organisation, or focus more generally on a sector, SDG goal, country or location. Supervisors will be designated based on the research topics chosen.

Entry Requirements

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 or equivalent. The program was designed for those with relevant working experience and exceptional candidates who do not meet the above requirements will be considered based on the their professional and other attainments. Recent graduates will also be considered.

Candidates who completed undergraduate studies where the medium of instruction was English would have met the language requirements. International candidates should demonstrate English proficiency sufficient to meet the needs of the program, either through satisfactory completion of tertiary-level study in an English medium; or through an English language proficiency test with indicative scores as follows:

• IELTS 6.0
• TOEFL 75 (Internet-based)
• PTE ACADEMIC 50 overall

Application Process

Acceptance into the program is by application and selection only.

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As part of your application, you will need to nominate two referees who are senior people acquainted with your work and who must provide a written comment on your academic and/or professional suitability to undertake the program.

Applicants will be required to submit:

• A detailed CV
• A certified copy of each degree-level certificate obtained
• Certified copies of all degree-level transcripts
• IELTS/ TOEFL/ PTE score report (if applicable)
• Two letters of reference (academic and/ or professional)
• A personal statement of your interest in sustainable development and suitability for this program
• ONE (1) Passport-sized Photograph

For more information or to apply, please email: jsc_admissions@sunway.edu.my

To speak to the Director or Manager of Graduate Studies, please contact:

• Dr Hendry Ng,  Director, Graduate Studies                    hendryng@sunway.edu.my
• Kavitha Ambigabadi, Manager, Graduate Studies        kavithaa@sunway.edu.my