Master of Arts in Sustainability California State University - Northridge, USA

Issues surrounding sustainability impact every aspect of our lives. Our program can prepare you to become a sustainability professional who can implement practical strategies for businesses, government agencies, schools, and community organizations.

Why Earn a Master's in Sustainability?

The world needs solutions for our energy crisis and the rising impact of climate change. While technology has advanced, we also need leaders to craft new policies and encourage change.

Sustainability is now a division in nearly all large companies, universities and governments. With a master's in sustainability, you will be ready to lead in those positions.

You'll learn how to meet the needs of people and organizations without harming future generations. You'll combine science with ethics to reduce waste and consumption. You'll find novel ways to preserve natural resources and environments. With your degree, you'll be a leader in government and the private sector at all levels.

Why Study Sustainability at CSUN?

The Big Picture

CSUN's M.A. in Sustainability will equip you with knowledge and skills to meet the challenges of sustainable practices. You'll learn best practices and the regulatory framework to make pro-environmental decisions. You'll balance structural changes with financial considerations. With this holistic view, you'll find solutions that lead to a brighter future for all.

Interdisciplinary Degree

Our program draws faculty from across CSUN's departments. You will learn about sustainability from experts in a variety of fields. This includes geology, engineering, media, and marketing. You'll also study how environmental issues impact the economy, global health, and local communities.

Four Specializations

You will be able to choose one of four specializations based on your interest and career goals.

• Environmental Science, Water Resources and Technology: Master the technical skills you need to map, analyze and manage natural resources.
• Community Well-Being and Social Justice: Learn the causes of inequities in communities. Address challenges in accessing healthcare and clean energy, air and water.
• Corporate Sustainability: Study how to implement sustainable practices in businesses with financial and quantitative analysis.
• Sustainability Policy and Government: Develop leadership skills to lead planning projects and developments that have sustainability-based goals.

What You'll Learn

In the Sustainability M.A., you'll gain the knowledge and skills to find solutions on a leadership level. In your core courses, you'll learn the fundamentals of sustainability. You'll study how to find environmental solutions within business spheres and government regulations. You will also choose a specialization track to focus your electives. Finally, you will complete a culminating experience.

In your core courses, you will take:

• Foundations of Sustainable Systems
• Resource Use and Management
• Regulatory Framework for Sustainability
• Mixed Methods in Sustainability Research
• Sustainable Business Practices