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BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIETAL TRANSITION PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Sustainable development issues are at the heart of current business affairs. The environmental and societal transition project manager drives change within the economic sphere, even within organizations themselves. They convey a keen understanding of environmental and societal issues at the level of a department, economic unit, or division.

Objectives

Implement a sustainable development and marketing strategy

Leading sustainable development projects

Managing a team sustainably

Pursuing a policy of responsible purchasing of products and services

The most

A Green Management seminar in Tallinn, for an immersive experience in the heart of Europe's Green Capital 2023

Participation in the Zero Waste Design competition

Training for emerging professions

A professional qualification covering occupations in all areas of business (HR, communications, legal, quality, purchasing, logistics, etc.)

Concrete educational projects developed with economic partners

You will be

The holder of a Bachelor's degree in Environmental and Societal Transition Project Management plays a central role in supporting projects, while bringing together multidisciplinary teams that provide appropriate responses to the complex challenges of transition, the economy, respect for the environment, people, and CSR within the organizations where they work (HR department, responsible purchasing department, CSR department, etc.).

 

SKILLS

RNCP40889BC01 – Contribute to the organization's development strategy
RNCP40889BC02 – Define and plan marketing and development actions
RNCP40889BC03 – Leading a development project
RNCP40889BC04 – Sustainable team management in the context of development

Subjects taught

Business management in transition

Transition project management

Marketing of environmental projects

English

Green communication

Strategy for organizations in transition (companies, territories, associations, communities)

Environment and transition (carbon footprint, eco-construction, CSR audit, ISO 26000, eco-label, SDGs, etc.)

Speakers

Anne Bourdais, CSR and quality management consultant, former quality and CSR manager at Aiguillon and QSE manager at Panaget SA, graduate of INSFA in agri-food engineering specializing in quality management.
Dieuveil Ngoubou, development cooperation consultant at Arkayn & Company (Burkina Faso), co-founder of the UMOJA brand, graduate in international cooperation and development, and public law
Frédéric Cosperec, Director of Territorial Development at EDF, graduated from ESCP Business School in Business Administration and EM Normandie Business School in International Marketing.
Michèle Lacour, Director of Communications Strategy and CSR at Colibri Communication, ISO 26000 CSR consultant and responsible digital auditor, former Sales Administration Manager at Dekra Industrial and Innovation Brand Manager at Heinz, graduate in marketing techniques.
Raphaël Maurel, Executive Director of the Public Ethics Observatory and President of the Francophone Network of International Law, former Director of the Business Ethics Department at the Public Ethics Observatory, graduate in the protection of fundamental and European rights, and holder of a doctorate in public law.
Rebecca Briot, executive and recruitment consultant specializing in environmental professions, former deputy director at Dervenn and co-president of the Centre des jeunes dirigeants de Rennes (Rennes Center for Young Executives), graduate of AgroParisTech in life and environmental sciences engineering, agricultural engineering program.

Participation in the Zero Waste Design competition

The Zero Waste Design competition invites students and recent graduates to design solutions that address current environmental challenges. Participants must propose innovative projects that contribute to waste reduction and promote eco-design. The goal? To raise awareness among the public and professionals about the importance of waste prevention and eco-design.

Our students will be supervised in this project by eco-design professionals, offering them an enriching and formative experience. They will benefit from expert advice and personalized support to develop high-quality projects that highlight innovative environmental solutions.

Ideas Contest: Creative thinking for students of all levels

Project Competition: Specific case study for students in theirfourth year and above

The projects will be evaluated by a jury composed of experts in sustainability and design.

The prize: five winning projects and support to bring them to fruition.

Green Management Seminar in Tallinn

Tallinn has been named European Green Capital for 2023, reflecting its strong commitment to sustainability and environmental protection. The city aims to be carbon neutral by 2035, with ambitious initiatives to improve energy infrastructure and promote sustainable mobility. The city is renowned for its dynamic technology ecosystem and numerous innovative start-ups. It is a leader in green technologies and eco-design, offering an ideal setting for discovering innovative solutions and best practices.

Purpose of the seminar

  • Cutting-edge training : Interactive workshops, conferences, and brainstorming sessions
  • Inspiring encounters: Visits to local businesses and meetings with innovative start-ups committed to ecological transition
  • Immersive experience: Excursion to Lahemaa National Park to learn about conservation initiatives and meet local stakeholders
  • Skills development: Training in leadership and sustainable management, with project simulations and personalized feedback

 

Seminar program

  • Day 1: Introduction to environmental transition and guided tour of Tallinn
  • Day 2: Sustainable development strategies with workshops and conferences
  • Day 3: Innovation and eco-design, including visits to local businesses
  • Day 4: Resource management and circular economy with practical workshops and round tables
  • Day 5: Leadership and sustainable management with practical workshops
  • Day 6: Visit to innovative projects in Lahemaa National Park
  • Day 7: Presentation of projects and closing ceremony

 

Join us for this unique and rewarding adventure in Tallinn, and get ready to become leaders in environmental transition!

Duration

1 year, from September to August

Rhythm

Initial or work-study

1 week at the training center
3 weeks at a company


educational methods

Vocational Education
Academic Instruction
Modules Capitalizing on prior learning
Project Modules
Educational Visits and Meetings

Assessment methods

Ongoing assessment during training
Final written and oral exams
Professional portfolios

The targeted qualification comprises four skill sets, which are assessed and, upon validation, result in the issuance of a certificate detailing the skills acquired. Validated skill sets are acquired for life. To obtain the targeted qualification, all skill sets must be validated in their entirety.

Diploma/certification

Level 6 professional certification "Business Development Manager," registered with the RNCP under number 40889, by decision of the Director General of France Compétences dated June 25, 2025, issued by FORMATIVES, NSF codes 310, 312n.

Continuing education 

 

Career opportunities 

  • Societal and Environmental Transition Project Manager
  • Ecological transition support officer
  • Sustainable Development and Environment Advisor
  • Energy transition and ecology advisor
  • QSE/QHE/HSE Coordinator
  • Research Officer
  • Business transition manager
  • Project Manager
  • Sustainable Development Communications Officer
  • HR Officer (workforce planning, inclusion, IS/HR manager)
  • HSE Manager
  • CSR Manager
  • Hold a two-year postsecondary degree or have completed a Validation of Personal and Professional Experience (VAPP) program.
  • Admission test followed by analysis of academic results for the last two years and the current year; optional individual interview at the discretion of the selection committee.
  • Applicants may be eligible for a reduced course load or skills validation based on their academic background and professional and personal experience, subject to review of their application.
  • Training accessible to people with disabilities; please contact us to discuss the arrangements for your participation.

Work-study contract: €7,500 per year, covered by the OPCO (Operators of Skills)

December 11, 2025
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