Sustainable & Social Entrepreneurship
Master of Science (MSc) – Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Degree: Master of Science (MSc) – Entrepreneurship & Innovation: Sustainable & Social Entrepreneurship
Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
Total Credits: 60 credits per semester, depending on the program)
You will develop the strategic insight and entrepreneurial expertise needed to identify opportunities, design sustainable business models, and implement socially responsible strategies that drive impact and growth preparing you to lead, adapt, and make a meaningful difference in the evolving world of sustainable and social entrepreneurship.
- 2 Years / Onsite
- September, February
Overview
The MSc in Sustainable & Social Entrepreneurship equips students with the strategic insight, analytical skills, and practical knowledge required to create and scale ventures that generate both financial returns and positive social or environmental impact. The program integrates entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability principles to prepare future leaders who can design responsible business models and drive meaningful change in communities and markets.
Students learn to identify social and environmental opportunities, develop sustainable business models, secure funding, and implement strategies that balance impact with profitability. By graduation, they will be prepared to lead ventures that address societal challenges while achieving sustainable growth.
Career Opportunities
Graduates with an MSc in Sustainable & Social Entrepreneurship can pursue careers in social enterprise management, impact investing, sustainability consulting, corporate social responsibility, and business development for mission-driven ventures. Many also launch or support eco-friendly startups, work with NGOs, incubators, or innovation hubs focused on responsible business, and lead projects that create measurable social and environmental impact.
Program Learning Outcomes
Develop a deep understanding of sustainable and social entrepreneurship principles, strategies, and practices.
Apply analytical tools to assess the viability, impact, and growth potential of socially and environmentally responsible ventures.
Design innovative business models and strategies that balance social impact, sustainability, and financial performance.
Build leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills to drive collaborative impact initiatives.
Understand the ethical, regulatory, and sustainability standards that guide responsible entrepreneurial practices.
Programme
🎓 Year 1: Foundations of Sustainable & Social Entrepreneurship
Year 1: Foundations of Sustainable & Social Entrepreneurship
Semester 1
| Course Title | Course Code | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Principles of Sustainable & Social Entrepreneurship | SSE101 | 3 |
| Social Innovation & Impact Design | SSE102 | 3 |
| Sustainable Business Models | SSE103 | 3 |
| Measuring Social & Environmental Impact | SSE104 | 3 |
| Funding & Scaling Social Ventures | SSE105 | 3 |
Total Credits – Semester 1: 15
Semester 2
| Course Title | Course Code | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Strategic Leadership for Social Ventures | SSE201 | 3 |
| Sustainable Marketing & Stakeholder Engagement | SSE202 | 3 |
| Impact Finance & Social Investment | SSE203 | 3 |
| Global Trends in Sustainable & Social Entrepreneurship | SSE204 | 3 |
| Capstone: Sustainable & Social Entrepreneurship Project | SSE205 | 3 |
Total Credits – Semester 2: 15
Total Credits – Year 1: 30
🎓 Year 2: Advanced Sustainable & Social Entrepreneurship
Year 2: Advanced Sustainable & Social Entrepreneurship
Semester 1
| Course Title | Course Code | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Scaling Social & Sustainable Ventures | SSE301 | 3 |
| Sustainable Supply Chains & Operations | SSE302 | 3 |
| Social Entrepreneurship Policy & Regulation | SSE303 | 3 |
| Impact Measurement & Reporting Standards | SSE304 | 3 |
| Leadership & Strategic Management for Social Impact | SSE305 | 3 |
Total Credits – Semester 1: 15
Semester 2
| Course Title | Course Code | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Global Strategies for Sustainable & Social Entrepreneurship | SSE401 | 3 |
| Social Venture Finance & Impact Investing | SSE402 | 3 |
| Entrepreneurial Analytics for Social Impact | SSE403 | 3 |
| Sustainable Innovation & Technology for Social Ventures | SSE404 | 3 |
| Capstone: Sustainable & Social Entrepreneurship Project | SSE405 | 3 |
Total Credits – Semester 2: 15
Total Credits – Year 2: 30
Contact us
Zernike Science Park, Zernikeplein 1,9747
AS Groningen, Netherlands
How to Apply?
- You Apply
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- We Connect
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- You Get Ready
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