Master of Science (MSc) in Sustainable Management & Technology
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General presentation
The Master of Science in Sustainable Management and Technology (MSc SMT) aims to equip the entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs of the future with the knowledge and skills that will enable them to lead the transition to a more sustainable, environmentally friendly and inclusive economy, while harnessing the power of technology.
The programme aims to develop skills in three areas: technology and innovation; economics and management; and tools and know-how for developing sustainable solutions. The SMT Master's degree programme is unique and totally innovative in that it focuses on these three dimensions simultaneously and in a balanced way.
The SMT Master's programme is designed for holders of a Bachelor's degree with little or no professional experience. It is designed to bring together students with a background in management/economics or engineering. While drawing on theory and practical applications, the programme aims to strengthen personal and social skills by encouraging interdisciplinary teamwork on practical projects and by systematically mixing students with different backgrounds. Formal courses and team projects are complemented and enriched by lectures and workshops with industry experts.
Practical information
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Organiser |
The SMT Master is a joint program offered by UNIL-HEC, IMD and EPFL , on behalf of Enterprise for Society (E4S) . |
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Degree awarded |
Master of Science (MSc) in Sustainable Management & Technology
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ECTS credits |
120 |
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Duration |
4 semesters |
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Teaching language |
English. Recommended level : C1. |
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Admission requirements |
Candidates with a management/economics profile should make proof of a strong achievement record in courses related to data science and quantitative methods (e.g. probability and statistics, econometrics, machine learning, etc.), while candidates with an engineering profile should make proof of a strong achievement record in courses related to economic and management reasoning and modelling. |
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Enrolment and final dates |
Candidates should apply on the EPFL online application platform until 15th April or 15th December for the following academic year starting in September. |
Career prospects
The SMT master program trains the next generation of entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs to conduct business for the benefit of their organizations, the environment and society in general.
Graduates will be able to lead teams in multiple disciplines and solve complex problems in different organizations (corporations, startups, NGOs, governments).
They will also be ready to take non-traditional positions and pursue their ideas as entrepreneurs, by integrating sustainability largely defined in their core activities.
Exchanges and mobility
Going on a university exchange is a unique and highly rewarding experience, provided you prepare well. The first thing to remember is that you need to start taking steps well in advance. For example, if you're planning to go away in your 3rd year of a bachelor's degree, you should start taking steps at the beginning of your 2nd year at the latest.
Subject to changes.
The French version prevails. Only the official texts should be considered binding.
Last update: 26 March 2024