How Experiential Learning Shapes Future Sustainability Leaders
Business education is evolving rapidly to address global sustainability challenges. KEDGE Business School’s MSc Business Transformation for Sustainability stands out by embedding practical experience directly into its curriculum. Through the program’s Company Challenge initiative, students engage directly with organizations implementing sustainable business practices across multiple industries.
Explore the MSc Business Transformation for Sustainability curriculum
The Company Challenge: Bridging Theory and Practice
Each February, students participate in a dedicated Company Challenge Day at KEDGE’s Paris campus. This capstone event represents months of collaborative work with partner organizations addressing concrete sustainability issues. Recent projects have included:
- Developing community-driven sustainability initiatives for HomeExchange
- Creating youth engagement strategies for sustainable behaviors with La Poste Groupe
- Designing small supplier protection frameworks for DSM-Firmenich
- Advancing corporate duty of care practices with SUEZ
Learning by Engaging Pedagogy
KEDGE’s distinctive educational approach combines academic rigor with hands-on application. The 12-month program structure includes:
- Core sustainability strategy coursework
- Specialized workshops in circular economy and ethical leadership
- Six-month consulting project with industry partners
- Professional feedback sessions with sustainability executives
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Career Pathways in Sustainable Business
Graduates leave equipped to drive organizational change across multiple sectors. Alumni typically secure positions in:
| Role | Industry |
|---|---|
| Sustainability Consultant | Professional Services |
| CSR Manager | Manufacturing |
| Impact Investment Analyst | Finance |
Global Network and Industry Connections
KEDGE’s international presence across France, China, and Malta provides students with diverse perspectives on sustainability challenges. The program leverages partnerships with 30+ global corporations committed to sustainable transformation, offering students unparalleled networking opportunities.
Admissions and Program Structure
The program welcomes applicants with backgrounds in business, engineering, or social sciences. Key details include:
- Duration: 15 months (including 6-month project)
- Locations: Paris campus with optional Malta residency
- Language: English-taught
- Application deadlines: Rolling admissions
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Measuring Real-World Impact
Student projects consistently deliver measurable outcomes for partner organizations. Recent achievements include:
- 20% increase in sustainable product adoption for retail partners
- Development of 3 new ethical sourcing frameworks
- €500K+ in identified cost savings through circular economy models
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Why Choose Experiential Sustainability Education?
Traditional business programs often treat sustainability as theoretical concept. KEDGE’s approach through the MSc Business Transformation program prepares professionals to:
- Implement ESG frameworks in complex organizations
- Navigate regulatory changes across global markets
- Develop stakeholder engagement strategies
- Measure and report sustainability performance
As environmental and social governance becomes critical to business success, KEDGE graduates enter the job market with proven experience solving real sustainability challenges.
