MSc IN SUSTAINABLE GLOBAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
This 15-month full-time MSc program, taught entirely in English, trains future leaders to drive sustainable international growth in an increasingly complex, technology-driven world. Positioned at the intersection of business development, sustainability, and innovation, it prepares students to design responsible strategies grounded in data, AI, and geopolitical analysis.
Guided by sustainability experts and impact-driven professionals, students learn to build high-performance, regenerative, and purpose-driven growth models, where strategy, innovation, and global responsibility converge. (Work-study is only available through the Master Grande École track.)
program details
condensed program
Professional experience
Initial 15-month track: two academic semesters on the Paris campus + a 6-month end-of-studies internship.
Admissions
EBS admissions process: application review and interview
Prerequisites: completion of a BAC+4 level (equivalent to 240 ECTS)
VALIDATION
90 ECTS credits
DEGREE
Master of Science in Sustainable Global Business Development, European Business School
Tuition fees
11 500€
An MSc designed to prepare future leaders of sustainable, global-scale growth.
The 15-month MSc in Sustainable Global Business Development, taught entirely in English, trains managers capable of developing responsible international growth in a complex, interconnected, and technology-driven world. Rooted in the Audace 6.0 philosophy, it builds the essential skills for the professions of the future: strategic analysis, data & AI applied to sustainability challenges, understanding geopolitical risk, impact-driven innovation, and the management of regenerative economic models.
The program examines the key drivers currently reshaping organizations: sustainable strategy, social and environmental impact, energy transition, responsible supply chains, sustainable finance, market geopolitics, and new business models grounded in circularity and innovation.
Designed as an accelerator for those who aim to operate at the intersection of global business, innovation, and sustainability, this MSc prepares students for hybrid roles where strategy, transformation, responsibility, and performance converge. Graduates become professionals capable of rethinking growth to generate both economic value and positive impact.
Please note: this MSc is offered as a full-time program. Work-study placements are available exclusively through the Master Grande École admissions track.





ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENT
You have completed a BAC+3 level or equivalent with 180 ECTS.
EBS Entrance Exam – application review and interview
EDUCATIONAL TEAM
The MSc in Sustainable Global Business Development is taught by a team of EBS faculty researchers specializing in international strategy, sustainability, innovation, and geopolitics, alongside professionals from consulting firms, international organizations, and companies engaged in sustainable transition.
This combination of academic expertise, international perspective, and real-world practice ensures a program that remains fully aligned with the transformations of global business, the challenges of sustainability, and the emerging standards of responsible growth.
THE COURSE MODULES
- Global Strategy & Ecosystem Expansion
- Global Marketing, Client Experience & Immersive Growth
- Exponential Entrepreneurship & Global Venture Design
- AI, Data & Growth Intelligence
- Regenerative Supply Chain & Sustainable Operations
- Geopolitics, Risk and Global Resilience Management
- ESG Strategy and Impact Measurement
- Corporate Agility and Intrapreneurship Lab
- Real-Time Finance & Algorithmic Performance Management
- 1Global Consulting Project / Impact Capstone
career opportunities
Upon completing the MSc in Sustainable Global Business Development, graduates move into key roles in sustainable international development, at a time when responsible innovation, strategic analysis, and the transformation of business models have become essential. With training focused on future-oriented skills, applied data & AI, sustainable strategy, geopolitical understanding, social impact, and regenerative innovation, they progress toward hybrid positions combining management, strategy, and sustainable transition.
The program also prepares graduates for emerging careers linked to global transformation: responsible international development, impact-driven innovation, environmental transition management, sustainable supply chain, green finance, as well as cross-functional roles at the heart of organizational and market transformation on a global scale.
- Sustainable Business Strategist
- Global Impact & ESG Manager
- Climate Risk & Resilience Analyst
- Circular Economy & Regenerative Innovation Lead
- Sustainable Supply Chain & Operations Manager
- Responsible Innovation & Tech Ethics Consultant
- International Development & Partnerships Manager
- Sustainability Transformation Project Manager
Aids & financing
To promote equal opportunities and access to quality education for all, EBS is committed to helping you find the best financial solutions for your education. Scholarships, merit-based scholarships, endowment funds, and banking partnerships are just a few options that support your educational journey with greater peace of mind.
EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIPS
ENDOWMENT FUNDS
EBS FAMILIE SCHOLARSHIPS
MERIT-BASED GRANTS
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Admissions
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Admission procedure: EBS competitive entrance exam – application and interview Prerequisites :

MSc: You have completed a BAC+4 level or equivalent (240 ECTS credits)
Competition calendar 2025-2026
| Session | Application Deadline | Oral Exams | Results | Enrollment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 / September-October 2025 | Tuesday, October 7, 2025 | Thursday, October 9 & Friday, October 10, 2025 | Friday, October 17, 2025 | Friday, October 31, 2025 (included) |
| Session 2 / November 2025 | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 | Monday, November 17 & Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | Friday, November 28, 2025 | Monday, December 1, 2025 (included) |
| Session 3 / December 2025 – January 2026 | Wednesday, December 10, 2025 | Tuesday, December 16 & Wednesday, December 17, 2025 | Friday, January 9, 2026 – 2:00 PM | Monday, January 12, 2026 (included) |
| Session 4 / February 2026 | Wednesday, February 4, 2026 | Thursday, February 12 & Friday, February 13, 2026 | Friday, February 20, 2026 | Monday, March 2, 2026 (included) |
| Session 5 / March 2026 | Sunday, March 1, 2026 | Thursday, March 12 & Friday, March 13, 2026 | Friday, March 20, 2026 | Tuesday, March 31, 2026 (included) |
| Session 6 / April 2026 | Sunday, March 29, 2026 | Thursday, April 9 & Friday, April 10, 2026 | Friday, April 17, 2026 | Thursday, April 30, 2026 |
| SESAME Exam Session 2026 | — | — | — | — |
| Session 7 / June 2026 | Sunday, May 31, 2026 | Thursday, June 11 & Friday, June 12, 2026 | Friday, June 19, 2026 – 2:00 PM | Friday, June 26, 2026 (included) |
| Session 8 / July 2026 | Sunday, June 28, 2026 | Wednesday, July 8 & Thursday, July 9, 2026 | Friday, July 17, 2026 | Wednesday, July 22, 2026 (included) |
| Session 9 / September 2026 | Sunday, September 6, 2026 | Monday, September 14 & Tuesday, September 15, 2026 | Thursday, September 17, 2026 | Monday, September 21, 2026 (included) |
INTERNATIONAL
ADMISSION CHANNEL: International admissions – File review and 30-minute interview. Skills assessed: Oral expression in French and English – Critical thinking – Argumentation – Knowledge of programs and the school.
PREREQUISITES :

MSc: You have completed a BAC+4 level or equivalent (240 ECTS credits)
THIS CONCERNS : Foreign candidates and French candidates with an international diploma
CANDIDATURE: You can apply online via our website.
Master’s Degree – Grande Ecole Program Diploma – State-recognized RNCP Record No. 39481, Level 7, Valid until 31.08.2026. NSF Codes: 313 – Finance, Banking, Insurance, Real Estate, 310 – Multidisciplinary Business and Management, 312 – Business, Sales. Accredited by European Business School and Ministry of Higher Education. 60 ECTS credits awarded per year, totaling 300 ECTS credits upon completion. Competency blocks are interdependent.
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