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Sustainability Management

Full-time studies
Full-time studies
  • Department
    Faculty of Environmental Engineering
  • Program code
    6213LX002
  • Field of study
    Business and Public Management
  • Qualification
    Master of Business Management
  • Duration
    2

The Master’s in Sustainability Management offers hybrid (synchronous) studies — classes are held on campus and simultaneously streamed online through virtual platforms, while examinations take place at VILNIUS TECH facilities.

Fun fact

Addressing climate change and maintaining environmental quality are among the most pressing challenges of our time. Global and European initiatives, including the European Green Deal, the European Skills Agenda for Sustainable Competitiveness, Social Fairness and Resilience (2020), and the European Education Area Strategy (to 2025), all emphasise the integration of sustainability competencies into education and professional practice.

In Lithuania, the national progress strategy Lithuania 2030 highlights the creation of a smart economy through technologies that minimise environmental impact and promote sustainable, resource-efficient growth. This programme responds to these global and national objectives by preparing professionals capable of managing organisations in line with sustainable development principles.

About

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This interdisciplinary programme is primarily focused on management, while closely linked to the fields of Environmental and Energy Engineering. Its aim is to develop specialists who can apply sustainability-driven management approaches, analyse and implement sustainable business strategies, and lead organisations toward long-term environmental, social, and economic resilience. 
  • What will I be able to do?

    Upon completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:
    • Develop and implement business projects that support sustainable development goals
    • Apply analytical and project management methods, including financial, social, environmental, and energy efficiency assessments, as well as risk analysis and information systems for planning and evaluation
    • Advise companies on sustainable investment strategies and organisational transformation
    • Address complex sustainability challenges in dynamic, interdisciplinary environments
    • Collaborate effectively in teams and demonstrate leadership in sustainability-oriented initiatives.

  • What are my career opportunities?

    Graduates of the programme are equipped for diverse professional roles, including:
    • Sustainability managers or consultants in organizations implementing sustainable development goals
    • Positions within governmental institutions, municipalities, energy and industrial enterprises
    • Roles in environmental consulting firms and other organisations advancing sustainability policies and practices.

Study subjects

1 - 2 Semesters

1 Semester

obligatory
  • VVVKM24102 9 credits

    Sustainability Management in Organizations (with course project)

    Module aim

    To develop the abilities to create, manage, and develop sustainable organisations, to make system-based strategic decisions, and to implement eco, technological, and social innovations in business to achieve global sustainable development goals and to increase the competitive advantage of business.

    Module description

    The course Sustainability management in organizations analyzes the concept of sustainability and the problematic aspects of the implementation of this concept at the macro and micro level. The content of the three dimensions of sustainable development (economic, social and environmental) and the expression of their interaction in organizations are examined. Legal issues of sustainability are explored in detail. Sustainable business leadership and sustainable business strategy are analyzed. The critical points of the organization’s activities that have the greatest impact on the environment and society in the context of sustainable development are identified. By applying expert assessment and multi-criteria assessment methods, environmental, social and economic actions for the sustainable development of the organization are modeled, meeting international and national requirements, reducing the impact on the environment and society, and helping to achieve the sustainable development of the organization.

  • APPEM24103 6 credits

    Life Cycle Analysis

    Module aim

    Life cycle analysis unclude evaluating and understanding the environmental, social, and economic impacts of a product or service throughout its entire life cycle, from idea to end-of-life disposal or recycling.

    Module description

    Life cycle analysis is a course that introduces a holistic approach to the environmental, social and economic impact of a product or process throughout its life cycle, from conception, raw material extraction to disposal or recycling. It provides a holistic perspective, emphasizing the interconnectedness and importance of evaluating all stages to avoid unintended negative consequences. By understanding the full spectrum of impacts, it encourages informed decision-making and proactive sustainability measures that encourage a shift from isolated solutions to integrated, long-term strategies. Practical work is carried out that assesses the life-cycle footprint of a chosen product or service, providing recommendations on how to ensure a balanced and sustainable choice, highlighting the complex chain of consequences of our choices.

  • APAVM23101 6 credits

    Interdisciplinary Research Methods

    Module aim

    This course aims to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in research methodology, emphasising interdisciplinary approaches, and to develop the essential skills and knowledge needed to conduct effective and ethical research, including theoretical understanding, practical application, and the appropriate presentation of research findings.

    Module description

    This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the methods required for interdisciplinary research. It covers topics such as the foundations of research, interdisciplinary research, the scientific method and its stages. Practical lectures introduce statistical methods used in the field of environmental engineering, search and evaluation of scientific literature in databases and the use of source management software. Through both theoretical and practical components, students will acquire the skills to navigate the complexities of interdisciplinary research, thereby enhancing their ability to conduct research independently.

  • VVVKM24101 6 credits

    Sustainable Marketing

    Module aim

    Acquire theoretical knowledge and practical skills in sustainable marketing, to get abilities to use these knowledge and skills in the scientific research and in sustainable marketing practice.

    Module description

    In the sustainable marketing studies, marketing is analysed as a complex decision system. Sustainable marketing and its impact are revealed. The elements of the marketing complex are analysed. The planning of sustainable marketing, the system of the external environment and its analysis, the generation of sustainable marketing goals, strategic decisions of sustainable marketing, and the choice of strategy to achieve the goals of sustainable marketing are examined in detail. Issues of sustainable marketing in modern organizations are discussed

  • APKLM24001 3 credits

    Sustainable Urban Development

    Module aim

    The main goals of studies is to give to the students an overview of contemporary problems driven by global urbanisation and main challenges in town planning. To present to the students main concepts of sustainable urban development, history and conditions under which these concepts were developed. To analyse sustainability promotion in main EU documents and which characteristics of sutainability are considered to be the main for urban territories.

    Module description

    Sustainable town planning history and development. Contemporary sustainable development concepts and movements common urban sustainability criterias. Town planning in accordance with the principles of sustainability. Implementation of sustainability concepts in general town plans. Land right and land owners, health and higiene norms and other restrictions in sustainable urban planning. Planning the sustainable urban transportation system. Types of built-up territory, their use and characteristics in terms of sustainability.

2 Semester

obligatory
  • VVTVM24202 9 credits

    Managing Sustainable Development Projects of Organizations (with Course Project)

    Module aim

    The aim of this study subject is to provide the knowledge and skills needed to manage sustainable development and green projects in organizations. Students will become familiar with the principles of sustainable development and their application in the context of project management. They will learn to analyze and evaluate the impact of projects on the social, economic, and environmental aspects. Additionally, they will develop the ability to plan, implement, and monitor sustainable development projects of organizations, considering their complexity, risks, and interest groups.

    Module description

    Project management for sustainable organizational development is a field of project management that seeks to integrate sustainability, green principles and practices into project planning, implementation, and evaluation. This means that projects not only consider economic, social, and ecological goals, but also contribute to the ability of organizations to adapt to changes and improve their operations in the long term. During this study subject, students will learn the application of the concept of sustainable development and green growth at the level of project management of the organization, will understand the necessity of sustainable projects, will learn the stages of the project management cycle, will be able to apply methodologies and standards suitable for managing sustainable projects, and will be able to analyze and evaluate the impact of projects. The aim is for students to develop a responsible and conscious approach to the management of projects aligned with sustainable development, and to be able to reflect on the consequences of their decisions for the social, economic, and environmental areas.

  • APAVM24201 9 credits

    Circular Economy (with course work)

    Module aim

    To equip a comprehensive understanding of the principles, strategies, and practical applications of circular economy concepts. The course seeks to cultivate a holistic perspective that integrates economic, environmental, and social considerations to address the challenges of resource scarcity and environmental degradation.

    Module description

    The course is designed to provide students with an interdisciplinary understanding of the principles and practices of the circular economy and includes theoretical foundations, practical applications and critical analysis to promote understanding of the links between economic systems, environmental sustainability and social well-being. Lectures, hands-on projects, case studies and discussions provide the knowledge and skills needed to understand the transition from a linear to a circular economy.?

  • VVTVM24201 6 credits

    Development of a Sustainable Supply Chain

    Module aim

    The aim of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the stages of supply chain formation in the context of sustainable development.

    Module description

    This course aims to give students a comprehensive understanding of developing a sustainable supply chain. The course will delve into modern supply chain trends, environmental challenges faced by sustainable supply chains, and their solution methods, methods and tools so that students acquire knowledge that helps contribute to the sustainable and sustainable use of resources and the environment in the production or in service delivery, covering aspects of the entire supply chain. During the course, a strong focus will be on the analysis of good practices, the assessment of progress made in the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals, the examination of successful implementation strategies, the analysis of effective, sustainable development initiatives and their applicability in the environment of sustainable supply chain formation.

  • APPEM24204 3 credits

    Reseach Work 1

    Module aim

    Learn to analyse the situations and problems related with sustainable develpment goals, form the ability to collect necessary information, to perform its analysis, systemize it and to learn find out the main aspects of it, to evaluate them, to know where and how to find the review literature about the analysed topic. To learn to perform the literature review, through to analyse it, systemize, highlight the moments related with the final work topic, make the conclusions and to foresee the guidelines to futher reseach.

    Module description

    The discussion of the research work topic and its concretization with a supervisor. Introduction to the research work objective (topic). Literature review, its analysis and evaluation. Formulation of the research work statements: problem, actuality of the work, the aim and objectives, novelty and practical meaning. The formation of the list of the used references.The literature review chapter main conclusions, the formulation of the further scientific directions. The formation of the experiments methodology, discussions with a supervisor. The preparation for the implementation of the researches.

one of the following
  • APPEM24202 3 credits

    Energy Demand Management

    Module aim

    To provide knowledge about considered and efficient energy use the building`s energy efficiency evaluation technique and measures.

    Module description

    Energy demand management is a tool that includes measures and strategies for reducing energy consumption and/or energy costs. Sustainable energy consumption policy (EU, LT and global), types of energy consumption audits, building certification systems, measures promoting changes in consumer behavior are analyzed in the module. The energy balance of different buildings, the possibilities of renewable energy resources use for more sustainable consumption are analyzed.

  • APPEM24203 3 credits

    Feasibility Studies

    Module aim

    Provide knowledge on the preparation of feasibility studies, including technical, financial, economic and institutional evaluation of the project.

    Module description

    A feasibility study is a detailed technical, financial, economic and institutional analysis of the project to be implemented. This course will analyze the assessment of the current situation at the technical, financial, economic and institutional level, the future guidelines of these criteria in the scope of the project, their forecasting and analysis. Feasibility Study Evaluation Indicators. Development of project alternatives, their analysis according to different evaluation indicators.

3 Semester

obligatory
  • VVFRM24301 9 credits

    Measuring and Evaluating the Sustainable Development Results of an Organisation

    Module aim

    This study subject aims to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge about measuring and evaluating the results of sustainable development of organisations. By focusing on macroeconomic indicators, integrating sustainable development into competitiveness and understanding the impact of external factors, students will acquire the skills to formulate objectives, select appropriate performance indicators and methods to measure change, implement accountability and recognise the relationship between sustainable development, organisational value and financial performance.

    Module description

    This comprehensive course on “Measuring and evaluating the sustainability performance of an organisation” examines the role of sustainable development at the industry and organisational performance measurement levels. It will provide a holistic understanding of the use of macroeconomic indicators to measure societal well-being, the integration of sustainability into industrial development for long-term competitiveness, and the key external factors that influence organisational sustainability. It will also provide knowledge on formulating sustainability objectives within an organisation, accountability mechanisms and the intrinsic link between sustainability, organisational value and financial performance. At the end of this course, students will be well equipped to assess and measure the sustainability performance of an organisation and to make informed decisions by analysing and evaluating the links between organisational value, financial performance and sustainable development that contribute to the long-term success and positive impact of organisations in a dynamic global environment.

  • APAVM24301 9 credits

    Clean Technologies: Sustainable Processes in Industry (with course work)

    Module aim

    The aim of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of clean technologies and sustainable processes in industry, the underlying principles, challenges, and opportunities, and through practical work, students will develop detailed plans for the integration of clean technologies into specific industries, with an emphasis on environmental performance, energy efficiency, and sustainability.

    Module description

    This course explores important aspects of clean technologies and sustainable processes in industrial environments. It focusses on providing students with the knowledge and skills to integrate environmentally friendly practices, improve energy efficiency, and contribute to overall sustainability in the industrial environment. The course covers the key principles, challenges and opportunities related to renewable energy, green chemistry, sustainable materials, carbon capture, water conservation, smart grids, green logistics, biotechnology, cleantech innovation and economic aspects. This course combines theoretical knowledge with practical application so that students are equipped to make a positive difference in real-world scenarios.

  • APPEM24301 6 credits

    Sustainable Buildings and Green Energy

    Module aim

    To provide students with knowledge on the principles of sustainable building design and sustainability assessment, the impact of architectural-structural solutions and the integration of renewable energy sources on the environmental impact of a building throughout its life cycle.

    Module description

    This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the global sustainability challenges related to the design of sustainable buildings. The course provides students with the knowledge and understanding of what building sustainability consists of and how it is assessed from a building life cycle perspective. Measures to increase buildings sustainability in different life cycle stages are discussed. Students learn about the possibilities of integrating renewable energy systems into a building, model different alternative solutions with a dynamic modelling tool and assess the impact of architectural, structural and other design solutions on the sustainability of a building.

  • APPEM24305 3 credits

    Research Work 2

    Module aim

    To develop the student’s abilities to describe the state of the field of study from the point of view of sustainable development, to reveal the problems of the chosen field, to form the structure of the problem solving and research process, to choose research methods, the data and tools necessary for their analysis, planning and modeling.

    Module description

    Collection and systematization of statistical and technological data required for research. Assessment and analysis of data validity and reliability. Mastering and using the digital analysis model. Preparation of primary conclusions and assessment of their reliability. Preparation of the report and its theses on the obtained results. Formulation of the title of the final thesis, formulation of the research problem, object, goals and tasks for the final thesis, preparation of the content of the final thesis, the project of the assignment and the preparation schedule.

Free choice

4 Semester

obligatory
  • APPEM24406 30 credits

    Master's Thesis

    Module aim

    Learn to analyse the situations and problems related with sustainable develpment goals, form the ability to collect necessary information, to perform its analysis, systemize it and to learn find out the main aspects of it, to evaluate them, to know where and how to find the review literature about the analysed topic. To learn to perform the literature review, through to analyse it, systemize, highlight the moments related with the final work topic, make the conclusions and to foresee the guidelines to futher reseach.

    Module description

    This is an individual work, when the studies carried out up to now on the scale of the study program are completed, their summation is carried out, a report of the conducted studies is prepared, the thesis defense is prepared and it is defended. The student reads a public report on the topic of the conducted research. In the introductory part of the thesis, the problem under consideration is clearly formulated, the research object is chosen, research goals and objectives are indicated, the chosen methodology and obtained statistical or technological research data, their reliability analysis are presented. The obtained results are presented, research conclusions and recommendations are clearly and reasonably formulated. The work is formalized according to the requirements approved by the university.

Statistics

Metric Value
Enrolled students 10
Enrolled to FT 10
Min FT grade 9