PARTNER COURSE

Master in Sustainable Management and Operations

Sustainable Management and Operations integrates sustainability principles into business processes, ensuring organizations remain competitive while respecting social and environmental boundaries.
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LEVEL

Masters Program
(60 ECTS | 40 ECTS)

FORMAT

Blended (Online & On Campus in Germany)

DURATION

12 or 18 months based on program choice

OFFER

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Sustainable Management Operations

Sustainable Management and Operations integrates sustainability principles into business processes, ensuring organizations remain competitive while respecting social and environmental boundaries. This part-time program is for executives and managers who are passionate about becoming part of a vibrant community of responsible leaders in today’s rapidly evolving world. From supply chain decisions to strategic planning, this field addresses how companies can thrive long-term without compromising future resources. In essence, it’s about balancing profit, people, and planet.
Professionals in sustainable management may work in diverse roles, such as environmental compliance, green product development, or supply chain restructuring. Others specialize in corporate reporting, ensuring that sustainability goals are transparent and tracked.
SFC Members get 20% off on both courses. To redeem your discount: 
When answering the question: "Where did you first hear about KLU?" select 'Smart Freight Centre' as your response.

Program Details 

Master in Sustainable Management and Operations 
  • Duration: 18 Months 
  • Program ECTS: 60 ECTS
  • Minimum of 2 years work experience 
  • Sustainability Impact Project
  • Master Thesis 
Certificate in Sustainable Management and Operations
  • Duration: 12 Months 
  • Program ECTS: 45 ECTS
  • Minimum of 2 years work experience 
  • Sustainability Impact Project
  • Certificate  


20% saving available exclusively for SFC Members: 
SFC Members get 20% off on both courses. To redeem this offer: 
Complete the course registration form.
When answering the question: "Where did you first hear about KLU?" select 'Smart Freight Centre' as your response.
WhAT'S INSIDE

Course Contents

Module 1
Module 2
Module 3
Overview of Module Content 

Module 1: ISO 14083 and GLEC Compliant Accounting 

  • Getting familiar with the ISO 14083 standard 
  • The history of standardization in transport logistics 
  • The categorization of Transport Chain Emissions (TCEs)
  • The principles of a Transport Operation Category (TOC)
  • The specialties of aviation emissions accounting
  • The use of primary data in aviation emission calculation
OVERVIEW OF MODULE CONTENT 

Module 2: Book and Claim

  • The Market Based Measures (MBM) Framework and Book and Claim
  • Why the MBM Framework is important to decarbonizing the logistics industry 
  • The application of Book and Claim to aviation
  • The specialities of Book and Claim in relation to aviation 
  • Calculations Case Study
  • Sample Calculations
OVERVIEW OF MODULE CONTENT 

Module 3: Measurements For The Decarbonization of Air Freight

  • SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) Adoption in Practice 
  • Expert insights on the adoption of SAF
  • Developing and setting Science-Based Targets
  • Collecting decision-relevant information and developing a realistic trajectory
  • Decision-relevant data in target setting

Career Opportunities with a Master in Sustainable Management 

A Sustainable Manager drives an organization’s transition toward responsible operations – from carbon accounting to circular economy innovations.

Key tasks might include:
  • Setting sustainability targets in alignment with global standards
  • Implementing eco-friendly processes across supply chains
  • Monitoring performance metrics related to resource usage and waste
  • Engaging stakeholders through transparent communication and reporting
  • Leading change initiatives that foster a sustainability mindset in every department

In the Sustainable Management and Operations program, you’ll explore leadership strategies, ethical decision-making, and how to embed sustainability into an organization’s culture – ultimately becoming a catalyst for positive impact.
SFC Members get 20% off on both courses. To redeem this offer: 
When answering the question: "Where did you first hear about KLU?" select 'Smart Freight Centre' as your response.