To create a sustainable world through the power of business We invite you to explore the Erb Institute for Global Sustainable Enterprise, the world-renowned dual-degree (MBA/MS) program that provides the practical tools, management approaches, and real world experience that business sustainability professionals need to respond to today’s complex global risks and opportunities.
What is the dual-degree (MBA/MS) program? Candidates receive both the MBA from the Michigan Ross School of Business and the MS from the School of Natural Resources and Environment (SNRE). OVER 30 COURSES between the two schools have been recognized as “explicitly focusing on social sustainability and entrepreneurship, corporate responsibility and change management, and environmental and energy sustainability.” (Net Impact 2013, Bloomberg Business Week)
In addition, the Erb Seminar (available only to enrolled Erb students) is a deep-dive practicum, enhanced by invited sustainablity practitioners and Erb’s own sustainable Toolboxes that merge theory with business practices. This synthesis of coursework, combined with co-curricular learning opportunities, empowers Erb students to address complex issues, with a laser focus on business success through sustainability.
What makes the Erb Institute unique? Addressing Broad Sustainability Issues ○ Climate and Environment ○ Social Sustainability ○ Global Supply Chain Responsibility ○ Human Rights and Business ○ Economics
Dedicated staff and faculty ensure a seamless experience for students
Co-Curricular Learning
Monetary Awards
○ Faculty Director Joe Arvai, SNRE
○ Access to the 19 schools at the University of Michigan, each with electives to tailor your study plan
○ Merit-based scholarships (in addition to Ross and SNRE scholarships)
○ Five full-time Erb Institute staff dedicated to creating the richest most innovative student learning
○ Erb sponsored student workshops run by leaders in the field of sustainability
○ Internship support
○ Access to professional Advisory Board members
○ Action-based learning: Ross Leadership Impact Challenge, Ross Multi-Disciplinary Action Project (MAP) and SNRE Master’s Project
○ Individualized counseling for “Careers with Impact”
○ Entrepreneurial support ○ “Cool Project” awards for individual student projects and cocurricular learning
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