Master
German + English
Law & Economics
Sustainable Business Development
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
About the Program
The trinational Master of Science in Sustainable Business Development program trains individuals who use their knowledge and desire for change to work toward a sustainable future. Students learn to develop and implement sustainable business models that are economically successful while making positive contributions to the environment and society. In trinational teams, they combine knowledge from sustainability, business management, and digitalization, applying it directly in practice to drive sustainable change. The program is offered jointly by three institutions: Hochschule für Wirtschaft FHNW (Switzerland), Hochschule Offenburg (Germany), and EM Strasbourg Business School, Université de Strasbourg (France). Students receive a master's degree from each of the three universities. The program integrates economic, ecological, and social aspects to develop long-term viable business models. More than half of the study time is spent working on concrete sustainability projects with companies, NGOs, and public organizations.
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The trinational Master of Science in Sustainable Business Development program trains individuals who use their knowledge and desire for change to work toward a sustainable future. Students learn to develop and implement sustainable business models that are economically successful while making positive contributions to the environment and society. In trinational teams, they combine knowledge from sustainability, business management, and digitalization, applying it directly in practice to drive sustainable change. The program is offered jointly by three institutions: Hochschule für Wirtschaft FHNW (Switzerland), Hochschule Offenburg (Germany), and EM Strasbourg Business School, Université de Strasbourg (France). Students receive a master's degree from each of the three universities. The program integrates economic, ecological, and social aspects to develop long-term viable business models. More than half of the study time is spent working on concrete sustainability projects with companies, NGOs, and public organizations.
General Requirements
Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.
Academic qualification
A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.
Language
Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).
Typical documents
- Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
- Language certificate
- Passport and passport photo
- Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
- Letter of motivation (for many programs)
- Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)
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How do I apply to Sustainable Business Development at Hochschule Offenburg?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Sustainable Business Development at Hochschule Offenburg
Is Sustainable Business Development at Hochschule Offenburg taught in German or English? ▼
This Master programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Sustainable Business Development programme cost? ▼
170 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Sustainable Business Development at Hochschule Offenburg? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Sustainable Business Development? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Hochschule Offenburg — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.