The MSc in Sustainable Global Business (SGB) programme (1-year full-time or 2-year part-time) is designed to provide comprehensive training for graduates and industry professionals aspiring to lead in the evolving landscape of sustainability. You will be equipped with professional knowledge and practical skillset to manage complex sustainability challenges through a strategic management lens, empowering you to drive positive impact across organisations and global communities.
Interdisciplinary Curriculum and Flexible Course Selection
You can tailor your learning journey with a wide range of elective courses across fields spanning ESG management, finance, supply chain management, psychology, environmental policy and management, brand communication, and tech-related modules. You can customise your course load balancing managerial and technical courses based on your needs, interests and career goals.
Our interdisciplinary and flexible curriculum, combined with hands-on industry projects and industry insights, prepares you to effectively integrate sustainability goals into business strategies.
Experiential and Diverse Industry Learning with a Global Outlook
Our practical teaching and learning approach provides in-depth insights into the ESG and sustainability practices of leading industries. By exploring both local and global contexts, you will develop the versatility and international perspective required to navigate the sustainability demands of the global economy.
Bridge to Industry – SGB Programme Advisory Committee
The SGB programme established a Programme Advisory Committee comprising seasoned professionals and experts in the field of sustainability and related areas such as ESG. The Committee plays a vital role in steering the programme’s direction and ensuring the calibre and relevance of course content. The Committee also facilitates student access to industry networking, career opportunities, practical projects and mentorship programme, bridging the gap between academia and industry.
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Part-time: 2 years
- A bachelor’s degree with Second Class honours or achieving an average grade of “B” from a recognised university, or an equivalent professional qualification.
- GMAT / GRE scores are not mandatory, though a good GMAT / GRE score will strengthen the application.
- Fulfilment of the University’s English language proficiency
- (For part-time programme only) 3 years of post-qualification full-time work experience is preferred.
Join a vibrant ecosystem of like-minded peers and emerging professionals committed to a sustainable future. Beyond the classroom, the SGB experience is enriched by interdisciplinary exchange of ideas, bringing together diverse academic and industry perspectives. The programme fosters an environment where you can build professional connections and manage sustainability challenges from multiple angles.
We provide a gateway to the frontlines of global business and sustainable practices, offering you with direct exposure that complements traditional academic learning. This includes executive insights on the industry and market trends, as well as fire-side chats with sustainability leaders, giving you a first-hand look at real-world implementation.
Your learning journey transcends regional boundaries, allowing you to experience sustainability best practices both locally and abroad. You will be prepared with the versatility and confidence to excel in the evolving landscape of sustainability, enabling you to create meaningful impact across diverse worldwide markets.
We offer personalised career support, including development training, workshops and dedicated coaching, helping you realise your potential and achieve your professional goals. You will gain exposure to the industry and job market through a variety of professional touchpoints:
Executive Networking: Build lasting connections with industry leaders and seasoned mentors through the SGB mentorship programme, company visits and exclusive networking sessions
Industry Integration: Harmonise your academic learning with real-world applications through practical projects and industry seminars
Market Engagement: Navigate the recruitment landscape and meet potential employers through career fairs and recruitment events
The programme curriculum of MSc in Sustainable Global Business (SGB) takes a strategic management perspective, exploring the effective integration of sustainability goals into overall business strategies and examining major sustainability initiatives across the globe and Asia.
Our interdisciplinary learning approach allows you to synthesise insights from a diverse array of fields – spanning ESG management, finance, and supply chain management to psychology, environmental policy, and brand communication. This broad academic foundation is further enriched by an exploration of technological advancements and innovation topics, including AI and biotechnology, preparing you to lead within a complex and rapidly changing business climate.
Through immersive experiential learning and direct engagement with industry experts, you will master the complexities of real-world business challenges and gain experience in executing sustainable solutions.
Full-time mode is designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals dedicated to launching a career at the intersection of business and sustainability.
Part-time mode is tailored for executives and mid-career professionals currently working ESG-related portfolios, aspiring to lead the transition toward sustainable business practices.
- 2 core courses
- 2 elective courses
- 1 core course
- 3-4 elective courses
- 1-2 elective courses
- 2 core courses
- 1-2 elective courses
- 1 core course
- 1 elective course
- 1-2 elective courses
- 1-2 elective courses
- 1-2 elective courses
To fulfill the requirement of the full-time or part-time programme, you are required to complete 10 courses, comprising 3 core courses and 7 elective courses, each typically carrying 3 units.
To fulfill the requirement of the full-time or part-time programme, you are required to complete 10 courses, comprising 3 core courses and 7 elective courses, each typically carrying 3 units. The elective course offerings are subject to change and availability.
The programme encourages interdisciplinary learning to broaden your perspectives across various fields. You may take up to 3-unit of course(s) offered by Master of Science (MSc) and Master of Social Science (MSSc) programmes of the Graduate Division of Geography and Resource Management, or Master of Accountancy (MAcc), Master of Business Administration (MBA) and other MSc programmes of the Faculty of Business Administration, subject to approval by the Programme Directors concerned.
Notes:
- Course offerings are subject to change and availability.
- Elective courses may be offered in alternate years.
- Lectures may be held on weekday evenings or during weekend daytime . For full-time students, core courses could be scheduled on weekday daytime.
Before the programme begins, we offer comprehensive orientation activities, including workshops on CV writing, interview skills and case analysis, to equip you with essential professional soft skills highly sought after by employers.
You will gain direct access to senior industry executives and sustainability veterans, gaining direct market intelligence and building a robust professional network to support your career. The exposure to diverse viewpoints is essential for integrating sustainability into various business functions and staying at the forefront of industry trends.
You will connect with seasoned sustainability leaders and industry veterans who provide guidance on your career trajectory. Through our one-on-one mentorship, you will gain the leadership wisdom and industry “insider” knowledge necessary to navigate sustainability transitions and accelerate your professional growth.
Moving beyond theoretical frameworks, you will expand your horizons through our exclusive sustainability field studies to pioneering global hubs. By exploring international best practices within living laboratories for sustainability, you will witness firsthand how world-leading corporations deploy large-scale ESG solutions to build resilience within high-growth, complex business environments through regional and global lenses.
You will benefit from a vibrant ecosystem of engagement that extends far beyond the classroom. From hands-on industry projects to exclusive company visits and executive sharing events, these experiences allow you to bridge theory with practice, offering real-world context to sustainability challenges and fostering a deeper, practical understanding of the field.
The MSc in Sustainable Global Business programme cultivates strategic professionals capable of taking lead in the high-stakes intersection of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), sustainability and business excellence. We focus on turning these values into core drivers of business success.
By bridging the gap between global strategy and practical industry insights, our graduates are equipped with the multi-domain strategic toolkit and a creative thinking mindset, enabling them to navigate complex challenges to achieve sustainable value and thrive in a volatile global market.
To prepare you for a rewarding career, we dedicate support to your professional career development. Our programme allows you access to exclusive job opportunities and career-related sources, alongside practical trainings, workshops and recruitment events, ranging from personal career advice, CV writings, interview skills, to enhance your professional branding and executive presence.
Beyond technical preparation, we bridge the gap between academia and the corporate world by hosting experience-sharing and networking sessions with a curated network of alumni and industry leaders. This holistic approach empowers you to navigate the complexities of the competitive market with confidence and strategic insights.
With the demand for talent proficient in both ESG/sustainability and strategy management soaring, opportunities are everywhere. Potential roles after graduation include ESG strategy consultant, sustainability positions in a variety of industries including banking and finance, real estate, utilities and retail, and corporate branding specialist.
Assistant Manager, Digital Transformation Office, Hong Kong Telecommunications (HKT) Limited My Master’s journey has been a truly transformative experience – one that broadened my thinking, strengthened my leadership mindset and deepened my understanding of how organisations can create meaningful and sustainable impact.
A standout experience was MGNT5604 Sustainable Business Transformation: Human-Environment Systems, Frameworks and Practices, which offered practical frameworks and real world relevance – especially valuable for part time professionals. Hearing from guest speaker Mr. Fernando Lopes was particularly inspiring. His candid stories about navigating real sustainability challenges created a strong connection to the workplace and encouraged me to reflect on how I can drive meaningful change in my own role.
The SGB Programme is especially suitable for working individuals who want to advance their careers while gaining the tools to lead with purpose. It reinforced my belief that sustainable transformation is not only essential, but achievable. I am grateful for the perspectives, skills and inspiration it has given me as I move forward in my career.
Assistant Manager – Sustainability, Eurogroup Far East Limited The SGB Programme connects theory to practice with distinguished professionals from both academia and industry, fostering a deeper understanding of how theory-informed and science-based sustainable practices can serve not only as effective strategies for risk mitigation but also as catalysts for long-term business growth.
The course MGNT5604 Sustainable Business Transformation: Human-Environment Systems, Frameworks and Practices offers a rich collection of case studies that enhance my ability to apply diverse sustainability frameworks and business models in the real business world. Among these, the change management process stands out as a highly practical tool that can be effectively integrated into everyday practice.
ESG Reporting Services Consultant, Ascent Partners Advisory Service Limited The SGB Programme offered me an excellent platform to interact with experts and students from diverse backgrounds around the world. We critically discussed cutting-edge research, innovative ideas, and challenging ESG practices. This interactive and insightful learning experience has paved the way for solid professional development in sustainability management.
ESG Consultant, SynTao Company Limited
The faculty’s diverse backgrounds—including management, accounting, finance, and biology—brought fresh and valuable insights into each fields. Their expertise enriched classroom discussions with multiple perspectives. Through the combination of theory framework and practical experience, I gained a deeper understanding of how sustainability is implemented across different industries and business segments.
Management Trainee, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) In my learning journey at CUHK, I have had the opportunity to explore global sustainability topics from senior corporate executives such as climate risk analysis, sustainable urban planning, environmental pollution governance, and corporate ESG strategies. Their interdisciplinary insights further broaden my horizons when making managerial decisions.
Associate, The Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation Limited (HKMC) Studying in the CUHK SGB Programme enables me to connect with esteemed professionals from the sustainability and business sectors, including experts from the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD). These interactions have enriched my understanding of the Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan, inspiring me to think creatively about applicable strategies in my work.
Notes:
- Your application will be assessed as soon as we receive your supporting documents.
- Applications will be processed on a rolling basis; early applications are therefore strongly encouraged. If an application is not selected in a particular round, it will be reassessed in subsequent rounds until all places have been filled and/or the admissions cycle concludes.
2027-28 Admission
Admission Deadline
Full-time
31 Mar 2027
Part-time
30 Apr 2027
Application will be processed on a rolling basis until all places fill up. Therefore, early applications are strongly encouraged. The application deadline may be closed early if places are no longer available. The subsequent applications received may not be considered.
Contact Us
 | MSc SGB Programme Office, Room 845, 8/F, Cheng Yu Tung Building, 12 Chak Cheung Street, Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong |
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 | sgb.inquiry@cuhk.edu.hk |
 | +852 3943 1650 |
Application Fee
A non-refundable application fee of HK$500 is required, payable through the Online Application System.
Tuition Fees
The total tuition fees for the 2027 intake are:
Scholarships
At CUHK, we recognise candidates with outstanding academic achievements as well as personal and professional accomplishments.
Admission Scholarships
Students with outstanding entrance qualifications may be awarded a scholarship up to the full tuition amount. All complete applications are eligible and will be automatically considered; no separate application is required. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to submit their applications early.
International students who demonstrate excellent academic performance and contribute to the diversity of the student body will be considered favourably.
Loans for Local Students
Local students may be eligible for the Extended Non-means tested Loan Scheme (ENLS). For more information, please visit the ENLS website.
The boundaries of global business are being redrawn by a need for sustainability and organisational resilience. At the MSc in Sustainable Global Business Programme, we recognise that leading in this evolving sustainability landscape requires strategic thinkers who can seamlessly integrate social responsibility into the very core of strategic decision-making.
Moving beyond advanced theory, our Programme provides a strategic management perspective designed to transform complex global sustainability challenges into actionable competitive advantages. Our interdisciplinary curriculum bridges the gap between academic insight and real-world execution, equipping you with the expertise to leverage sustainability to drive positive impact within organisations and beyond. Through experiential learning and engagement with our elite industry network, you will witness firsthand how diverse sectors converge to build a resilient future.
Within this vibrant journey with us, you will cultivate the clarity and agility needed to architect sustainable legacies, ensuring that your professional impact delivers measurable, lasting value to both business and society on a global scale.
