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Impact MBA in Sustainability & ESG Management
Who is this program for?
Sustainability Consultants
Sustainability Managers
Strategy Professionals
Purposeful Career Shifters
Hear What It’s Really Like
My growth began before ToU, but it was within the ToU community that I discovered my comfort zone lies beyond comfort.
Katharina Roppertz, Impact MBA Learner
Redefining Executive Education for a World in Transformation
The Global Impact Executive MBA at Tomorrow University is an exclusive and executive experience designed to shift how you think, decide, and lead - through global, high-trust onsite moments, peer-level sparring, senior coaching and a format that respects executive reality.
Designed for executive reality
Built for leaders with high responsibility, unpredictable schedules, and zero tolerance for inefficiency. Learn flexibly whenever and wherever you want. Tackle real-world challenges that inspire you.
Global in-person experience
Step out of your operational routine and into moments designed to shift perspective, deepen relationships, and anchor your decisions in real global impact. Experience carefully curated onsites across the globe: intentional, rare, and designed for leaders who demand more than theory.
Executive network & trusted sparring
You learn alongside leaders who operate at comparable responsibility levels — people who challenge your thinking, understand your reality, and become long-term sparring partners beyond the program.
At Tomorrow University you don’t get a classroom. You get a trusted executive circle.
Designed for Working Professionals who want to Create Real Change
Combine sustainability management, climate science, accounting and reporting, and data to design and implement impactful sustainability strategies.
Format
Duration
60, 90 or 120 ECTS
Tuition Fees
Language
Four Intakes / Year
Flexibility
Learn from Experts
Community
Education That Actually Works in the Real World
A curriculum built around sustainability management, climate science, climate accounting and reporting, and system-level impact.
Master sustainability management for business impact
Learn to design and govern sustainability strategies that align purpose, performance, and regulation.
Understand climate science fundamentals
Gain a solid understanding of climate science, nature-based solutions, and science-based management.
Lead carbon accounting and reporting
Learn to lead efforts around sustainability and carbon accounting, climate strategies, and data-driven reporting.
Drive system-level impact
Learn to apply systems thinking to align operations, supply chains, and strategy with global impact goals.
A Curriculum That Adapts To You
1. Orientation
2. Calibration
3. Elevation
4. Activation
Recognized Add-On to Elevate Your Journey
Build Your Own Company
What it’s about
The Founder Institute add-on is a hands-on entrepreneurial journey where you turn your startup idea into real progress by joining the proven programs from Founder Institute, the world’s largest pre-seed startup accelerator. The entire program is delivered in two phases (comprising two elevation challenges):
- Phase 1: Building a Validated Startup Concept
- Phase 2: From Validated concept to Market & Scale
Who should join
This challenge is for ambitious builders who are ready to test, refine, or launch a startup idea. It’s a fast track to getting started as an entrepreneur. If you’re eager to step beyond theory and create something real, this is for you.
How to participate
Before entering the Elevation Phase, sign up for the Founder Institute add-on via the learning app and pay the additional program fees (see below). Phase 1 will cost you 500 EUR, Phase 2 will cost you 1.500 EUR, or 2.5% equity share in your start-up.
Where this degree can take you
Master of Business Administration
Sustainability Manager
Sustainability leaders and managers who design and implement sustainability strategies across industries.
Climate Strategy Consultant
Sustainability consultants advising organizations on sustainability and ESG performance to shape responsible operations.
Corporate Responsibility Lead
Strategy professionals integrating ESG into business strategy and aligning growth with responsibility.
Jobs you can do
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Sustainability Manager
55,000 – 75,000 EUR / Year
Climate Strategy Consultant
70,000 – 90,000 EUR / Year
Corporate Responsibility Lead
75,000 – 95,000 EUR / Year
Impact Strategy Consultant
65,000 – 85,000 EUR / Year
Investing Pays Off
By studying an accredited Impact MBA in Sustainability & ESG Management, you invest in skills that stay relevant across roles, industries, and life stages. You gain a rigorous foundation, a portfolio of projects, and a community that supports your ongoing development as a leader and manager.
70% of Graduates Advanced toward their Mission
Female Empowerment
Evelyn Fischer
Founder of FINORIA
I had a successful but somewhat unfulfilling career in tech that no longer fit where I saw my career going. At Tomorrow University, I gained both the expertise needed and the direction required to found my own company, FINORIA. I built my company to close the gender investment and wealth gap.
Universally Connected Humanity
Christian Kaya
Director Executive Search & Consulting at Riverstate
During my Impact MBA at Tomorrow University, I developed my personal mission statement: to grow awareness of a universally connected humanity. Since then, I've integrated transformation consulting into my executive search work and launched TRAGWEITE, a podcast on leadership, transformation, and sustainability in construction and infrastructure. The MBA wasn't a conclusion — it was a beginning.
Sustainability & Fairness
Vânia Mendes
Sr. Implementation Manager at Position Green
Sustainability and fairness were always my why, an underlying purpose for my contribution to society. What I lacked was the how. The ability to take ideas and advance them in an organization to the point that they become real, and have real impact. Today, I work at the intersection of ESG, technology, and project leadership, helping organizations close the gap between what they believe and what they actually build. It’s exactly where I wanted to be.
Digital Product Development
Marius
Product Management & Development
I’ve always believed that the best digital products don’t just work, but they feel inevitable. You use them once and wonder how you managed without them. A product loved by people is one they reach for instinctively, before they have consciously decided to use it. This standard shapes every design decision. As a Product Manager and Developer, I have always been drawn to the how of building software.
Finding Purpose & Impact
Katharina
Founder of Evonik
My mission is pragmatic transformation: helping people move from understanding a problem to actually doing something about it. Most sustainability conversations stall between insight and action, and that’s exactly where my work comes in. The MBA gave me the clarity I needed and the community that encouraged me to push forward. I now live this through mentoring, collaboration across disciplines and in pushing others to keep learning with the goal of finding their purpose and impact.
77% of Graduates Progressed their Careers
Different Paths. Shared Progress.
Students shape their careers while they study. Some advance in their field, some pivot to new paths, and others build companies of their own. What they share is a clear sense of progression.
Roberta Scrofani
Entrepreneur & Advisor in AI Transformation
After 15 years in adtech, I studied at Tomorrow University and became an independent AI advisor, now helping companies navigate AI transformation.
Christoph Pemp
Director of Advisory & Client Solutions
After studying at Tomorrow University, I moved into a new role at one of the Group's ventures in 2026, where I now apply the AI knowledge the programme gave me.
Victoria van Oppen
Organizational Development Manager
As an engineer passionate about transformation, the Impact MBA gave me the tools to pivot into organizational development, helping companies build high-trust, sustainable workplaces.
Combine Industry Expertise with Academic Knowledge
Tim Schumacher
Industry Expertise
Tim Schumacher is a seasoned entrepreneur and General Partner at World Fund. He invests in impact-driven founders worldwide, backing bold ideas and innovative ventures that accelerate the shift toward a sustainable future.
Academic & Industry Expertise
Our dedicated professors are appointed in compliance with the Hessian Higher Education Act, adhering to the strict requirements set for all state universities in Germany.
Prof. Dr. Maren Ingrid Kropfeld
Prof. Dr. Sami Asad
Lisa Knoll
Prof. Dr. Jonathan Costa
Prof. Dr. Maximilian Lude
Maren Preuss
Damien Latacz
Anna Maria Schaupp
Noel Schoenbrunn
Our Community 💜
Where Online Learning meets In-Person Connections. Get the best of both worlds.
Join a purpose-driven community of learners, alumni, and partners working toward meaningful change. Learn collaboratively, share knowledge, and make an impact — together.
Online Learning
Learn flexibly whenever and wherever you want. Tackle real-world challenges that inspire you. Select your courses based on your mission. All while being surrounded by an inspiring community online.
In-Person Connections
Our community comes together regularly to connect and grow. You’ll join a group of changemakers who support each other, build together and push each other forward.
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Join Our Open Day
Explore if Tomorrow University is the right path for you.
Meet the Community
Connect with faculty, learners, and the team supporting your journey.
Experience Our Approach
See how applied learning and real-world practice come to life.
Get Your Questions Answered
Receive clarity on curriculum, workload, and your own next step.
Hear What It’s Really Like
“I arrived curious and left inspired. The Open Day showed me how this program could reshape both my career and my mindset.”
Richard Menning, Impact Master of Science
Accessible Learning, Flexible Financing
Eligibility Criteria
Formal Criteria
- 60 ECTS
- Prior ECTS required: 210 ECTS minimum
- Work experience: min 5 years, ideally with leadership experience
- Ideal for: Senior Professionals with a strong academic background
- Why choose this: fast-track your MBA with executive experience
- 90 ECTS
- Prior ECTS required: 180 ECTS minimum
- Work experience: min 2 years
- Ideal for: Professionals with a Bachelor’s degree and solid work experience
- Why choose this: most flexible option, ideal for mid-career professionals
- 120 ECTS
- Prior ECTS required: 180 ECTS minimum or vocational training + training experience
- Work experience: min 2 years
- Ideal for: early-career professionals or applicants with vocational training
- Why choose this: ideal if you plan to pursue a doctorate or have a non-traditional academic background
- All applicants must demonstrate at least two years of professional experience. One year must be proven at the start of the program, and the second year must be proven by graduation.
- Sufficient English language proficiency is required, at a minimum B2 level according to the European Framework of Reference for Languages.
- Applicants must show strong motivation, demonstrated through the application form and evaluated during the admission process.
- An admission interview is mandatory to assess eligibility and alignment with the program.
Admission without an Undergraduate Degree
- Applicants may qualify without an undergraduate degree if they have successfully completed a minimum of a two-year, recognized vocational training program in Germany, accompanied by several years of relevant professional experience. This requires passing the ToU IMBA Entrance Exam.
- The vocational training must result in a diploma or degree, typically earned over two or three years, and demonstrate a focus on preparing for a specific trade or professional career. Short-term certifications or one-year training programs do not qualify.
Policy on ECTS Credits and Graduation Requirements
- To graduate with an MBA, learners must achieve a total of 300 ECTS by the end of the program.
- For those with a 180 ECTS bachelor’s degree entering the 90 ECTS IMBA, 30 ECTS will be credited from professional experience.
- In exceptional cases, learners with a 210 ECTS bachelor’s degree entering the 60 ECTS IMBA may have 30 additional ECTS recognized from professional experience, provided they have at least five years of relevant work experience, including leadership experience.
- Professional experience credited as ECTS must be closely related to MBA topics, with a preference for leadership roles. This extra experience must be in addition to the standard two-year professional experience requirement.
- Applicants with higher academic achievements (e.g., a 180 ECTS bachelor’s degree and a 120 ECTS master’s degree) may fulfill the 300 ECTS requirement through their previous studies.
Financial Support That Fits Your Journey
Learn Now, Pay Later
Regional Pricing
Tax Refund
BAföG State Funding
Scholarships
Sustainability Impact Scholarship
About
This scholarship supports individuals passionate about sustainability and committed to driving environmental and social change through responsible leadership.
Value
Up to 1,500 EUR
Criteria
- Clear mission centered around creating positive change across the society, environment and economy.
- Record of participation in initiatives focused on sustainability and positive impact like projects, ventures, or volunteering, activism, associations, clubs OR tangible impact created.
- Clearly defined field of involvement (e.g. environmental cause).
- A plan of how the applicant will engage within and beyond the ToU community.
Application Process
- Video or letter of motivation: Submit either a video or letter of motivation elaborating on how you meet the above mentioned eligibility criteria. On average, we advise 5 minutes for the video or 600 words, telling us why you are the ideal candidate for this scholarship and how you exemplify its essence.
- Submit your CV to give us a glimpse on your previous educational or professional background.
Evaluation Process
- Committee evaluation: Our dedicated scholarship committee will diligently review your application.
- Community fit: Our admissions and learner success team will evaluate your Tomorrow University Community fit in a call.
- Timely response: We will come back with you in maximum 5 working days.
Tech Innovator Scholarship
About
This scholarship is for tech enthusiasts, innovators and future technopreneurs driven by a deep passion to leverage technology for innovation and positive change.
Value
Up to 1,500 EUR
Application Process
- Video or letter of motivation: Submit either a video or letter of motivation elaborating on how you meet the above mentioned eligibility criteria. On average, we advise 5 minutes for the video or 600 words, telling us why you are the ideal candidate for this scholarship and how you exemplify its essence.
- Submit your CV to give us a glimpse on your previous educational or professional background.
Evaluation Process
- Committee evaluation: Our dedicated scholarship committee will diligently review your application.
- Community fit: Our admissions and learner success team will evaluate your Tomorrow University Community fit in a call.
- Timely response: We will come back with you in maximum 5 working days.
Entrepreneurial Talent Scholarship
About
This scholarship supports individuals with innovative ideas and entrepreneurial ambition, helping them launch or scale their ventures and turn visions into reality.
Value
Up to 1,500 EUR
Application Process
- Video or letter of motivation: Submit either a video or letter of motivation elaborating on how you meet the above mentioned eligibility criteria. On average, we advise 5 minutes for the video or 600 words, telling us why you are the ideal candidate for this scholarship and how you exemplify its essence.
- Submit your CV to give us a glimpse on your previous educational or professional background.
Evaluation Process
- Committee evaluation: Our dedicated scholarship committee will diligently review your application.
- Community fit: Our admissions and learner success team will evaluate your Tomorrow University Community fit in a call.
- Timely response: We will come back with you in maximum 5 working days.
Global Diversity Scholarship
About
This scholarship aims to close the opportunity gap by supporting underrepresented talents, empowering diverse voices in sustainability, technology, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
Value
Up to 1,500 EUR
Criteria
- Applicant must be a member of an underrepresented or marginalized group (including but not limited to underrepresented racial populations, women, LGBTQI, low income, individuals with disabilities, etc.)
- Applicant shows record of academic excellence and proof of hard work in prior education.
- A plan of how the applicant will engage within and beyond the ToU community.
Application Process
- Letter of motivation: with approximately 600 words for all the questions that follow: a) introduce yourself and include an account of your early years i.e. where you grew up; how you financed your previous education; b) briefly describe how you envisage contributing to the future development of your field of study; c) give us the main reason why you think our program is relevant to your future professional and personal development.
- Submit your CV to give us a glimpse on your previous educational or professional background.
Evaluation Process
- Committee evaluation: Our dedicated scholarship committee will diligently review your application.
- Community fit: Our admissions and learner success team will evaluate your Tomorrow University Community fit in a call.
- Timely response: We will come back with you in maximum 5 working days.
Deutschlandstipendium 🇩🇪
About
The Deutschlandstipendium is partially funded by the German state and supports high-achieving and socially engaged students. As part of the national scholarship program, it recognizes academic excellence, societal commitment, and the strength of personal journeys. The scholarship amounts to 300 EUR per month, is independent of income, and is granted as a non-repayable subsidy, co-funded by private sponsors and the German Federal Government.
Value
300 EUR / Month; Up to 3,600 EUR in total
Criteria
The Deutschlandstipendium follows a transparent, point-based evaluation system (max. 100 points)
- Academic Performance (max. 60 points
Based on your final school grade (new students) or ECTS-weighted university average (enrolled students). Academic excellence is the foundation of the scholarship.
- Personal Circumstances (max. 20 points)
Recognition of biographical challenges under which achievements were accomplished (e.g. first-generation academic, caregiving responsibilities, employment during studies, refugee background).
- Societal Engagement (max. 20 points)
Demonstrated commitment to social, environmental, or political initiatives from consistent involvement to outstanding leadership roles.
If applications exceed available scholarships, ranking is based on total score. In case of equal results, the committee may conduct interviews. Here are all details.
Application Process
- Motivation (video or letter): Submit a 5-minute video or up to 600-word letter outlining your academic achievements, societal engagement, and, if applicable, personal circumstances.
- Submit your CV: By adding your CV you give us a glimpse on your previous educational or professional background. Add all relevant documents for us to evaluate the criteria mentioned above.
Evaluation Process
- Committee evaluation: Our dedicated scholarship committee will diligently review your application.
- Community fit: Our admissions and learner success team will evaluate your Tomorrow University Community fit in a call.
- Timely response: We will come back with you in maximum 5 working days.
Private Sponsors
Why our Learners Love Tomorrow University 💜
No Exams, Challenge-Based Learning
Remote, with Global Community Support
Personalized Learning for Real-World Impact
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best online university for sustainable business management?
We believe the “best” online university for sustainable business management changes from student to student. When considering which is the best online university for you, you’ll probably consider the ideal combination of high-quality education, affordable tuition, an easy credit transfer system, a top-notch online learning experience, a likeminded community, relevant content and a supportive faculty. And, of course, the opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge to your mission and desired career progression. 96% of our students rate us 5 stars for going beyond their expectations. Our only mission is your success—so we’re always working to provide you with the absolute best online learning experience and lifelong value.
What is the eligibility criteria?
- 60 ECTS
- Prior ECTS required: 210 ECTS minimum
- Work experience: min 5 years, ideally with leadership experience
- Ideal for: Senior Professionals with a strong academic background
- Why choose this: fast-track your MBA with executive experience
- 90 ECTS
- Prior ECTS required: 180 ECTS minimum
- Work experience: min 2 years
- Ideal for: Professionals with a Bachelor’s degree and solid work experience
- Why choose this: most flexible option, ideal for mid-career professionals
- 120 ECTS
- Prior ECTS required: 180 ECTS minimum or vocational training + training experience
- Work experience: min 2 years
- Ideal for: early-career professionals or applicants with vocational training
- Why choose this: ideal if you plan to pursue a doctorate or have a non-traditional academic background
- All applicants must demonstrate at least two years of professional experience. One year must be proven at the start of the program, and the second year must be proven by graduation.
- Sufficient English language proficiency is required, at a minimum B2 level according to the European Framework of Reference for Languages.
- Applicants must show strong motivation, demonstrated through the application form and evaluated during the admission process.
- An admission interview is mandatory to assess eligibility and alignment with the program.
Is the Impact MBA accredited?
Our Impact MBA program is accredited by Germany’s Accreditation Council through the Accreditation, Certification, and Quality Assurance Institute (ACQUIN), a reputable non-profit organization association comprising over 150 higher education institutions in Germany and abroad.
How much of the tuition fee is covered by scholarships?
Making education accessible to everyone is one of our core goals. That’s why we offer scholarships of up to 1,500 EUR, as well as a Regional Price Grant of up to 8,000EUR – depending on where you live. You can learn more in our financial support section or by reaching out to our team.
Is an online degree recognized?
Yes, when the degree is accredited. Tomorrow University degrees are accredited German higher-education degrees, awarded under the German Accreditation Council through FIBAA for Bachelor's programs and ACQUIN for Master's and MBA programs. An accredited online degree is formally equivalent to an on-campus one. Recognition follows the accreditation, not the delivery format.
Can you get a job with an online degree?
Yes. The online format is widely accepted as a legitimate pathway to the same learning and outcomes you’d get in the classroom. The majority of our alumni are actively contributing to positive change in fields such as technology, healthcare, and sustainability.
How will I know if I'm accepted?
There is rolling acceptance which means we will be in touch with you within two weeks of submitting your application with the status.
Can you provide me with a visa to study in Germany?
The German Immigration Office requires students to attend in-person classes in Germany to be eligible for a student visa. Since our programs are 100% online and do not require physical attendance, you are not eligible for a German student visa through Tomorrow University.
What are ECTS credits?
ECTS, the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, is the standard way European universities measure study workload. One ECTS credit equals roughly 25 to 30 hours of learning, and a full year of full-time study is 60 credits. At Tomorrow University, a Bachelor's is 180 ECTS and a Master's is 90 or 120 ECTS.
MBA or master's in business psychology: which fits you?
An MBA is a management degree; a master's in business psychology makes psychology the core discipline. Tomorrow University offers both paths: our MA in Applied Psychology (90 or 120 ECTS) for psychology-first learners, and our Impact MBA with the specialization Conscious Leadership & Organizational Development (60, 90, or 120 ECTS) for business-first learners. Both are ACQUIN-accredited.
What is an online MBA in sustainability and ESG?
An online MBA in sustainability, often called an ESG MBA, is a Master of Business Administration that builds core management skills alongside sustainability and ESG strategy. At Tomorrow University, our online Impact MBA delivers this through the Sustainability & ESG Management specialization, accredited via ACQUIN, with 60, 90, or 120 ECTS options.
Is Tomorrow University accredited?
Yes. Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences is a state-recognized private university in Germany, under the State of Hesse. Its programs are accredited through the Akkreditierungsrat, the German Accreditation Council, with bachelor's degrees accredited via FIBAA and master's and MBA programs via ACQUIN. The distance-learning format is approved by Germany's ZFU.
Can you study while working full-time?
Yes. Tomorrow University programs are 100% online and self-paced, built to fit around a full-time job with no on-campus requirement. You can study a part-time online master's, bachelor's, or MBA while working, learning through Challenge-Based Learning that turns your real work into part of the degree. You choose full-time or part-time pacing.
What are the best online universities in Germany you can study in English?
Yes, you can study at an online university in Germany in English. Germany has accredited, state-recognized private online universities offering English-taught degrees, plus public distance-learning options that are mostly German-taught. The best choice depends on accreditation, recognition, format, language, and cost. Tomorrow University is one accredited, English-taught, fully online option.
How much does an online MBA cost?
An online MBA typically costs anywhere from a few thousand to over 100,000 EUR, depending on the school, length, and credits. The final price is shaped by tuition, program length, and any credit you transfer in. At Tomorrow University, our online Impact MBA is 17,000 EUR indicative for the 60 and 90 ECTS versions and 20,000 EUR for 120 ECTS.
Are there scholarships for an online MBA or master's?
Yes. Tomorrow University offers scholarships of up to 1,500 EUR toward an online MBA or master's, plus a Regional Price Grant that lowers tuition by up to 8,000 EUR depending on your country. You can also cut costs through payment-plan discounts and ECTS transfer, which reduces your fee by 30 EUR per credit.
How does the Impact MBA work?
The Impact MBA is an online MBA at Tomorrow University that you take at 60, 90, or 120 ECTS over 12, 18, or 24 months. It runs on Challenge-Based Learning across four phases, lets you pick a specialization such as Sustainability & ESG Management, and is accredited via ACQUIN. Admission includes an entrance exam.
Is Tomorrow University worth it? An honest review
It depends on your goals, and you deserve a straight answer. Tomorrow University is a state-recognized German university with accredited degrees, a fully online applied learning model, a global Community, and mentoring-based careers support. Those facts are verifiable. For peer opinions, check independent review platforms yourself, and use the questions below to judge whether it fits you.
What is Challenge-Based Learning?
Challenge-Based Learning is a method where you learn by solving real, open-ended problems instead of memorizing theory from lectures. At Tomorrow University it runs across four phases, Orientation, Calibration, Elevation, and Activation, so you build knowledge, apply it to interdisciplinary challenges, and finish with a thesis or applied project. It is 100% online and self-paced.
Is an online MBA worth it?
An online MBA is worth it when it moves your career toward roles you could not reach before, not simply because you hold the title. It pays off most when you keep earning while you study, apply the learning to your job right away, and choose an accredited program. It may not, if you want a guarantee.
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Impact MBA in Sustainability & ESG Management
An Impact MBA in Sustainability & ESG Management to shift from "doing less harm" to "creating more life," guiding organizations as vital organs of a thriving planet.
Flexible formats (12, 18 or 24 months), self paced online courses, while-working.
Challenge-based learning with industry experts and personalized support.
Supportive community that shares your interests and learning path.