Sustainability Management
For a Thriving Planet and Bottom Line
Why this program?
- Understand sustainability globally: From the Paris Agreement to the European Green Deal and the UN 2030 Agenda, explore the frameworks reshaping industries and markets;
- Embed sustainability in strategy: Align management practices with the expectations of stakeholders, regulators, and investors;
- Master reporting and compliance: Learn to disclose non-financial information, manage carbon emissions, and meet emerging European regulations;
- Unlock sustainable innovation: Create value through the circular economy, social impact, and the energy transition;
- Learn from top experts: A faculty blending research, regulatory insight, and real-world business experience.
For whom?
- Managers and executives integrating ESG and sustainability into strategy and operations;
- Sustainability and compliance professionals aligning with new regulations and reporting standards;
- Entrepreneurs and innovators building or scaling sustainable businesses in clean energy, circular economy, and social impact;
- Consultants guiding organizations toward responsible and competitive models;
- Public and non-profit professionals driving impactful social and environmental initiatives;
- Graduates and career changers seeking practical, strategic skills in sustainability.
Are you ready to accelerate the sustainable transformation of your organization?
Certificate
The GenAI & Responsible AI will equip PBS students with a strong foundation in AI, practical tools, and a clear understanding of how AI is reshaping business, while also addressing the ethical, economic, legal, and societal challenges it brings.
What you will achieve
- Apply AI to real business scenarios;
- Gain hands-on experience with AI tools and prompt engineering;
- Navigate ethics, bias, and emerging technologies;
- Personalize your path with cross-program electives.
Embark on this journey
Executive Master Diploma
Students who pass all the subjects will be awarded an Executive Master Diploma in Sustainability Management.
This program is accredited by the University of Porto and delivered by Porto Business School (PBS). The University of Porto is one of Portugal’s leading institutions in higher education and research and one of Europe’s leading universities. PBS, the University of Porto’s business school, holds international accreditations (AMBA and AACSB), has EFMD program accreditation, and is regularly featured in the Financial Times rankings – reinforcing its position among Europe’s leading business schools.
The program awards a diploma (non-degree) and follows second-cycle (Master’s level) standards within the Bologna/EHEA framework.
The Learning Journey
The Executive Master in Sustainability Management is designed to empower leaders to drive systemic change and create value across environmental, social and governance dimensions. The program equips professionals with an integrated, action-oriented understanding of sustainable business, combining systems thinking, impact measurement and innovation. Participants progress through four learning phases: Explore & Frame, Build & Strengthen, Specialise and Expand, and Apply & Deliver, moving from strategic foundations to impact execution and personal specialization.
Boost your profile with a Global ESG Credential
CESGA® — Certified ESG Analyst, awarded by EFFAS
Your Sustainable Finance & Investment module gives you the foundation. The programme lets you go further, preparing for CESGA® on preferential terms reserved for the PBS community.
Double Degrees
Maximize your productivity by managing your time efficiently and earning both a Postgraduate Program or Specialized Master and an MBA. These Double Degrees offer the possibility of graduating with two diplomas from Porto Business School, by completing one additional year of academic training. They are an excellent option for students who wish to focus their careers on two distinct, yet interconnected, fields of study.
Our Learning Approach
In a rapidly changing and complex world, our Dynamic Learning model moves beyond traditional education by focusing on adaptability, creativity, and real-world application.
This approach sees leaders as explorers, encouraging them to embrace uncertainty and challenge conventional thinking.
Career Opportunities
Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) / Sustainability & ESG Manager / ESG & Sustainability Consultant / Impact & CSR Manager Reporting & Compliance Specialist / Energy Transition & Sustainable Innovation Project Manager / Sustainability Policy Advisor / Sustainable Business Entrepreneur.
International experience
Embark on an adventure that goes far beyond the classroom experience. By participating in the International Weeks at Porto Business School, you will have the opportunity to broaden your horizons and, at the same time, be at the epicenter of innovation and culture.
Be ambitious, be bold—the right path to becoming a true agent of change.
Please contact us for more information.
Success stories of our Alumni
Determined to acquire top knowledge in the area that defines the future of organizations, Susana Bastos chose Porto Business School. With the guidance of a faculty of excellence, the Executive Master in Sustainability Management goes beyond technical knowledge – it’s also about leadership, strategic communication and project management.
Program director
Faculty
Meet the Porto Business School faculty, a team of outstanding academics and leading professionals who combine theoretical knowledge with practical experience to turn learning into real results.
André Rocha
Mariana Costa
Henrique Nascimento
Paulo Azevedo
Alia El Banna
Inês dos Santos Costa
João Dias da Silva
Cláudia Coelho
Manuel Puerta da Costa
Margarida Pedro
Filipe Portela
Luís Ferreira
Telmo Machado
Luiz Rielli
Cláudia Fernandes
Pedro Mamede
Miguel Veloso
Pedro Cilínio
Nuno Gaspar de Oliveira
Early Bird fee
until June 156750€6750€
2nd phase
until September 307125€7125€
Final stage
until January 15th7500€7500€
Commercial discounts
Benefit from a 2% discount on the full cash payment of the program.Porto Business School member companies and their employees, Porto Business School Alumni members and Universi…Porto Business School member companies and their employees, Porto Business School Alumni members and University of Porto alumni benefit from special conditions. Contact us for more information.
Porto Business School also has agreements with various financial institutions to obtain financing for the programs it offers. Please contact us for more information.
Through our partnership with Lendwise, a specialist loan provider based in London and regulated by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), PBS students can access tailored financing solutions to support their education. Apply here.
Requirements
To take part in this process, you must have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
In exceptional cases, …To take part in this process, you must have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
In exceptional cases, and subject to an assessment of the academic curriculum and professional experience, candidates without a degree may be admitted.English Proficiency: C1 Level
Application process
The application process for postgraduate courses is carried out online. The application process costs …The application process for postgraduate courses is carried out online.
The application process costs 25 euros (non-refundable).
Application preparation
DocumentationCurriculum Vitae Photograph Graduation certificate Motivation letter (what are your moti…Curriculum Vitae
Photograph
Graduation certificate
Motivation letter (what are your motivations for attending the program and what goals do you want to achieve).
