Master 120 ECTS
Sustainability and Finance
Acquire skill sets within sustainable finance to meet the growing need for candidates with this unique perspective and interdisciplinary competence.
What will you learn?
Gain deep insight into the role of finance in the global economy and the adoption of sustainable technologies and practices in response to social and environmental challenges and trends.
The programme focuses on the core economic theories that address sustainability and ESG issues, their macroeconomic aspects and corporate dimensions. You will acquire an in-depth understanding of how these issues affect financial management and how financial constraints may limit or support corporate action.
By applying systematic and quantitative tools and methods within finance, you will learn to analyse and assess the impact, risks and benefits of ESG and sustainability in corporate decisions and development.
The programme also addresses ethical issues that may arise when balancing the interests of investors, employees, other stakeholders and society. Through relevant, real-world cases, you will develop skills in critical thinking, problem-solving and working individually and in teams.
Why choose this programme?
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Career possibilities
Sustainability and Finance cover areas of competency that will increase in importance in the coming years. There is high demand from all sectors of the economy for managerial talent with both strong management and financial skills, and a deep understanding of sustainability and social responsibility issues. A broad range of career opportunities will be open to you, both in Norway and internationally.
Graduates will qualify for a range of positions in different areas across:
- The finance, banking, and insurance industries
- Consulting
- The shipping industry
- Large organisations where finance, sustainability and the circular economy are considered important and relevant
- As analysts, roles in portfolio management, asset management, and risk assessment
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Storebrand
Anna Yttergård Bjørhovde -
SpareBank 1 ForretningsPartner Østlandet
Karoline Maarud
Customise your degree
As a master's student at BI, you can tailor parts of your degree through electives, exchange and an internship. These opportunities allow you to develop relevant competence, explore your interests and gain experience for your future career.
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Learn more about your opportunities for going on exchange while you are studying at BI. From Switzerland to South Korea - BI Norwegian Business School has exchange partnerships with more than 200 schools around the world.
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Prior experience at a workplace is invaluable when you're applying for jobs. At BI, you have the possibility to combine real-world experience with earning credits.
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We offer a number of elective courses, so that you can adapt your studies to your own wishes and interests. In this way, you can build up competence and get a professional combination that makes you attractive and unique.
Tuition fee
Master 120 ECTS
Sustainability and Finance
Master 120 ECTS
Sustainability and Finance
Tuition fee
Master 120 ECTS
Sustainability and Finance
*Internal applicants are applicants who have passed a minimum of 120 ECTS from BI.
Students with a bachelor's degree from BI are eligible for a discounted tuition fee.
The tuition fee is invoiced per semester and adjusted annually. It includes access to lectures and the standard examination fee.
Different rates apply to students from countries outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland. Certain exceptions and variations may apply.
Scholarship and financing
Our commitment to academic excellence includes an entrance scholarship programme to support and recruit top academic students from around the globe.
Admission requirements
- Admission requirements for all full-time Master programmes
- Programme-specific admission requirements for Master in Sustainability and Finance
- If you are a current student at BI, log in to the student portal to find specific admission requirements in your education plan
Priority application deadline for full-time Master programmes: 1 March
After 1 March, applications are accepted on a rolling basis.