International Business and Environmental Sustainability (Hons) University of Dundee

Overview

This MA International Business and Environmental Sustainability (Hons) from University of Dundee  has economics at its core, covering micro and macroeconomics, but it is much broader than a standalone economics degree. 

Environmental sustainability examines the interaction between people and their surroundings. You'll learn about the use of natural resources and how we can attain more sustainable lifestyles.

It can help you:

• tackle pollution
• ensure that new developments enhance rather than detract from their surroundings
• offer communities the chance to have a real say in how people use their natural resources

You will also study the principles and policies relevant to the delivery of sustainable development in practice, and consider both the local and the global implications on natural resources.

You will develop specialist analytical and communication skills that will help you work effectively with communities, individuals, and other professionals.

Careers

A wide scope of business related careers will be open to you, in marketing, finance, administration, statistics, sales, logistics and human resources. The key focus for you will likely be with organisations that operate globally. Many of our students progress on to do postgraduate degrees.

Sustainability skills and environmental awareness is a priority in many corporate jobs. Businesses now need to adhere to new environmental legislation.

Graduates are highly employable with many ending up in senior and influential positions. Examples include:

• preparing national policy and legislative guidance on environmental protection
• environmental and sustainability assessment.
• assisting local authorities with sustainable development strategies, renewable energy, waste strategy implementation and other environmental policies.