MBA Sustainable Business Specialization
Program Overview
Oregon MBA
The Oregon MBA is a program that offers a well-rounded education at the intersection of sustainability and business.
Programs
The program includes:
- How To Apply
- Degree Options
- Specializations
- Student Experience
- Career Development
- Faculty and Staff
- Events
- News
Sustainable Business Practices Specialization
Combining academic and hands-on learning components, the sustainable business practices specialization positions MBA graduates for a leadership role in business sustainability.
What You'll Learn
Students will gain a holistic perspective of the sustainable business landscape, including:
- Sustainability reporting frameworks
- Understanding of how legislation affects business decisions
- Assessing the life cycle of products through supply chains and other factors
- Evaluating the environmental impacts of industrial production
- Exploring emerging tactics like decarbonization technologies, organization change, and clean energy financing
Where You'll Go
Students will have opportunities to:
- Network with industry practitioners and learn sustainable strategies from leading organizations during yearly trips to San Francisco and Seattle
- Travel to Europe to delve into globalization trends and sustainability measures impacting international business
- Work with the Center for Sustainable Business Practices to host educational and immersive events
- Gain access to key sustainability opportunities like GreenBiz conferences and industry visits in Portland
Who You'll Meet
Students will connect with alumni and groundbreaking leaders in various industries, including:
- Airline
- Consumer goods
- Apparel Alumni from the program have found full-time roles with big companies, including:
- Columbia
- Amazon
- Nike
- PayPal
- CBRE
- CDP
- Allstate
What You'll Do
Students will take a hands-on approach to achieve change through:
- A strategic planning project with a real client
- Internships focused on sustainability-rooted projects for leading companies
Graduates will land influential roles across various industries, including:
- Sustainability consulting
- Sustainability management
- Sustainability analysis and reporting
Degree Options
The Oregon MBA offers various degree options, including:
- Full-Time MBA
- Accelerated MBA
- Concurrent MBA/MSF
- Executive MBA (Portland)
Specializations
The program offers specializations in:
- Finance and Securities Analysis
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Sports Business
- Sustainable Business Practices
Student Experience
The student experience includes hands-on learning, new student information, and other opportunities for growth and development.
Career Development
The program provides career development opportunities, including career counseling, job placement, and professional networking.
Faculty and Staff
The faculty and staff at the Lundquist College of Business are dedicated to providing a high-quality education and supporting students in their academic and professional pursuits.
Events
The program hosts various events, including conferences, seminars, and workshops, to provide students with opportunities for learning and networking.
News
The program stays up-to-date with the latest news and trends in the field, providing students with relevant and timely information to inform their studies and career decisions.
