PROFESSIONAL MASTER'S DEGREE IN STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

The Professional Master's Degree in Strategic Environmental Issues takes a cross-disciplinary and forward-looking approach to helping companies and organizations transition to sustainable business models. Driven by strong environmental values and knowledge, it implements sustainable development policies within organizations.

Objectives

Supporting the organization's environmental and societal transition policy

Designing and managing environmental and societal transition projects for the organization and the region

Assess the impacts of the environmental and societal transition project and promote them

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 all transition management professions

Expert speakers in the fields of transition

The implementation of a large-scale CSR project

A regional focus with an option in Transition for agricultural and para-agricultural businesses or Transition and intrapreneurship

You will be

Holders of the Professional Master's Degree in Strategic Environmental Issues implement sustainable development strategies within organizations and business activities. They develop new business models at the strategic level, stimulate innovation and societal contributions in the transition to a responsible model, and develop new business models.

 

SKILLS

RNCP37011BC01 – Develop your organization's sustainable development strategy
RNCP37011BC02 – Leading sustainable development action plans
RNCP37011BC03 – Evaluate sustainable development projects
RNCP37011BC04 – Managing internal and external sustainable development communities

 

Subjects taught

Operational excellence

Management techniques and systems

Project management

Transition (audit, ISO 26000, label, etc.)

Economic / Social / Environmental Performance

Communication

Impact measurements (carbon, social, etc.)

Awareness and involvement of stakeholders

English

Project methodology

Speakers

Karim Ladraa, CSR and change management consultant, former director of key account projects (Véloia, Engie, Vince, Dalkia) at G2 Développement, graduate in innovation systems engineering, environmental engineering, sustainable development, and ecotoxicology.
Hervé Denis, CEO of Atlaz, an independent consulting firm specializing in the energy and environment sectors, president of Bretagne Éco-environnement (B2E) and partner at Time for the Planet, former director of development at Nass&Wind
Julie Biron, CSR consultant, co-founder of Think Tank RSE and Wafhi.com, graduate of the University of Rennes in sustainable development economics
Séverine Corgne, marketing consultant for small and medium-sized businesses, former marketing group manager at Daunat and product brand manager at Biocoop SA, graduate of IGR-IAE Rennes in marketing

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: Project presentations and closing ceremony

 

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

Duration

2 years, 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

Professional portfolios
Final written and oral exams
Professional thesis

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 7 professional certification in "Sustainable Development Management," registered with the RNCP under number 37011, by decision of the Director General of France Compétences dated October 24, 2022, issued by De Vinci Higher Education, NSF code 310p.

Continuing education 

The primary objective of the professional master's degree is to prepare students for the job market. However, candidates may continue their studies toward a new professional specialization with a specialized master's degree (MS), an MBA, or a university specialization with a university diploma (DU) or a master's degree.

Career opportunities 

  • Sustainable Development Coordinator
  • Sustainable Development/CSR Consultant
  • Social and environmental auditor
  • Sustainability Certification Auditor
  • Eco advisor/mediator
  • Head of Environmental Transition / Sustainable Mobility / CSR
  • Director of the regional ecological transition project
  • Quality/QSE/CSR Director
  • Hold a validated bachelor's degree or a Validation of Personal and Professional Experience (VAPP) certificate.
  • 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: €9,000 in the first year and €9,500 in the second year, covered by the OPCO (skills operators).

December 11, 2025