MSc in Sustainable Strategy
& CSR for career changers
More than just a traditional academic program, this course combines management fundamentals with concrete expertise in CSR, QHSE, and Energy.
or January 2027
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What our MSc students say
Discover the journeys of students who have chosen to combine professional ambition with environmental commitment.
This school has been an invaluable help to me, especially in my search for a work-study placement. The team is always very close to the students and supports us with great care throughout the entire process. The courses are high-quality, fascinating, and well-structured. The atmosphere is welcoming and the support is top-notch, making Klima School a great environment to learn and succeed.
Classes at Klima School are taught by industry professionals, which makes the curriculum very practical and engaging. You really feel connected to the realities of the field.
The Klima team is also very hands-on and supports students on an individual basis: whether you are looking for an internship or a work-study placement, or if you want to dive deeper into a specific subject, they are always available and attentive to everyone's needs.
The 4 Pillars of the MSc
Are you looking for an MSc that will give you a competitive edge in a world constantly changing due to energy and climate challenges? Klima School has designed its program to provide you with the green and managerial skills most in demand by companies. You will therefore have added value from your very first day.
Project Leadership & Change Management
Transition Management
Ability to transform corporate culture and support people through profound industrial shifts.
Ethics & Governance
Integrating ethical issues into the heart of the board of directors and steering the company's purpose.
Crisis Communication & Influence
Mastery of high-level public speaking to communicate climate issues to all stakeholders.
Decarbonization Strategy & Finance
Advanced Carbon Engineering
Comprehensive mastery of Carbon Footprinting (scopes 1, 2, and 3) and Net Zero pathways for complex organizations.
Sustainable Finance & Green IT
Understanding of responsible financial mechanisms (EU Taxonomy, ESG funds) and digital sobriety management.
Reporting & Compliance
Expertise in cutting-edge regulatory frameworks such as the CSRD and international non-financial reporting standards.
New Business Models and Renewable Energy
Circular Economy
Designing business models based on usage rather than ownership, and on resource regeneration.
Sustainable Supply Chain
Optimizing the global value chain, from responsible sourcing to low-energy logistics.
Engagement Marketing
Developing authentic brand strategies to avoid greenwashing and engage consumers in the transition.
Sectoral Expertise & Innovation
Industry Deep Dives
In-depth analysis of specific transition challenges (Energy, Construction, Textile, Agri-food).
Foresight & Climatology
Using IPCC scientific data to anticipate physical and transition risks for assets.
Innovation & Green Technologies
Strategic monitoring of emerging technological solutions for carbon capture and renewable energy.
What you will learn in the MSc in Sustainable Corporate Strategy, QHSE & CSR
Our hands-on teaching approach provides you with advanced foundations in management and commerce, as well as QHSE, CSR, and sustainable development. You will gain a competitive edge in any role by combining your business acumen with green skills.
Drive deep organizational decarbonization.
Beyond simple measurement, the challenge is now to define and manage ambitious mitigation strategies. This high-level module teaches you how to align corporate objectives with the most rigorous scientific trajectories.
What you will do in practice
Model an emissions reduction trajectory aligned with the SBTi standard.
Assess physical and transition risks for assets according to IPCC scenarios.
Design a specific decarbonization plan for a heavy industrial sector.
Arbitrate between direct reduction strategies and carbon contribution projects.
Master the new European transparency standards.
The regulatory framework has tightened with the arrival of the CSRD. You will learn how to turn this reporting constraint into a genuine strategic management tool and how to engage with finance departments.
What you will do in practice
Conduct a double materiality analysis in compliance with ESRS standards.
Structure a sustainability report ready for audit by a statutory auditor.
Apply European Taxonomy criteria to a business portfolio.
Define coupled financial and non-financial key performance indicators (KPIs).
Reinvent core business for resilience.
Transitioning cannot be limited to optimizing what already exists. This module provides the keys to radically rethink value creation and shift from an economy of ownership to an economy of usage and regeneration.
What you will do in practice
Transform a product sales model into a circular service offering.
Audit the resilience of a value chain in the face of resource scarcity.
Design a reverse logistics strategy to close material loops.
Pitch a strategic pivot project to an investment committee.
Bring the climate voice to the highest level of decision-making.
The success of the transition depends on the ability to engage leadership. You will develop a leadership stance capable of influencing strategic choices at the top of the company and managing reputation risks.
What you will do in practice
Integrate climate issues into a company's purpose and bylaws.
Prepare and simulate a hearing before a Board of Directors.
Develop a crisis communication strategy to counter greenwashing.
Master negotiation techniques to unlock transition budgets
Our challenges,
your development
At Klima School, you will be placed in many situations that professional life might throw at you. Our goal is not for you to become a theorist, but to ensure you are equipped to face the complexity of the professional world. Throughout your semesters with us, your professors will constantly put you in real-world scenarios through business simulations, hackathons, simulated client consulting missions, or complex team projects. You will be trained.
Develop your key skills
Focus on the essential skills that form the foundation of your lifelong professional career and matter so much to employers
Numerous team challenges to tackle
Just like in a company or organization, you will learn to work in teams, manage budgets, meet deadlines, deal with competitors, and handle the unexpected.
Personalized individual coaching
Forget about "career" teams you never see and who are absent when you need them. At KLIMA, you benefit from one-on-one individual support.
Understanding the challenge
Presentation of executive challenges, discussion sessions, and identification of key issues
Building the solution
Teamwork, collaborative workshops, and expert guidance to transform analysis into an operational action plan.
Defending your project
Final team presentation before a jury of professionals. The most relevant solution is selected by the company.
Boost your skills, make way for concrete projects and impact
At Klima School, you will be placed in many of the situations you might encounter in your professional life. Our goal is not for you to become a theorist, but for you to be equipped to face the complexity of the professional world. Throughout your semesters with us, your professors will constantly put you in real-world scenarios through business simulations, hackathons, simulated client consulting missions, or complex team projects. You will be trained.
Case studies: strategic challenges addressed by students
Sustainability and second-life challenges for an IKEA store
Faced with the challenges of the circular economy, students rethought a store's operating model to integrate a dedicated second-life product hub. They developed concrete solutions to optimize reverse logistics and transform the brand's sustainability commitments into a driver for profitability and customer loyalty.
Establishing CSR and eco-design recommendations
Students analyzed the product life cycle to propose concrete solutions for reducing the environmental footprint, from water resource management to the recovery of spent grain. Their recommendations focused on optimizing packaging and implementing a CSR charter that anchors the brand in a local and sustainable production approach.
Analysis and improvement of a QHSE policy.
In the dynamic sector of connected canteens, students audited hygiene and safety protocols to strengthen supply chain compliance. They proposed innovative tracking indicators and continuous improvement processes aimed at ensuring impeccable food safety while minimizing the environmental footprint of operations.
Earn a state-recognized certification.
You will earn a Level 7 RNCP title recognized by the State, the Ministry of Labor, and France Compétences.
What makes the Klima School MSc unique?
Do you prefer to study online, is your work-study placement outside the Paris region, or would you rather come on-site? KLIMA SCHOOL is the only school to offer all these options.
You earn your degree, but also a portfolio of case studies that prove your skills. You’ll be ready for your next job interview or to launch your own startup.
Classes are kept small to ensure the quality of instruction.
It’s the community that counts. Connect with alumni across France and around the world for ongoing support, career opportunities, and a lifelong network.
Benefit from lifetime access to your team of career advisors and the school's network of partner companies, working hand-in-hand to help you land your dream job.
The regulatory framework has tightened with the arrival of the CSRD. You will learn how to transform this reporting constraint into a powerful strategic management tool and how to engage with finance departments.
Discover why they chose the Klima School MSc
Speak with the admissions team
Unsure about your career path or need advice to refine your professional goals? Book an appointment with one of our advisors to discuss our programs, admission requirements, and work-study support.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, direct admission to the MSc is possible for students who have already completed a four-year degree or even a Master 2 in another field and wish to acquire dual expertise in ecological transition.
Absolutely. Our skill modules are available independently for professionals or students who wish to specialize in a specific pillar, such as Carbon Footprinting or Sustainable Finance, without completing the entire curriculum.
We welcome diverse profiles from all backgrounds with a four-year degree (Bac+4), with priority given to your commitment to CSR and operational challenges. Don't panic if you don't have a four-year degree; our team can review your situation to find a solution together.
The process remains the same: an online application and a motivation interview. However, we pay close attention to the consistency of your professional project within the MSc, which is particularly important in the case of a career change.
The schedule is 4 days at the company and 1 day at school per week. This format allows you to work on your professional projects continuously while reinforcing your theoretical learning each week.
Yes, and it is one of the cornerstones of our support. Once you have been admitted and your enrollment is confirmed, you can join our professional acceleration program managed by the Careers & Trajectories department. This service is optional and available for an additional fee of 180 euros (incl. tax).
This tailored support includes:
- Individual coaching:A complete overhaul of your CV and LinkedIn profile to align with industry and CSR sector standards, plus interview simulations.
- Access to our exclusive network:You get private access to job openings from companies currently hiring, specifically targeting Klima School profiles. We send your CV directly to the HR contacts we have on your behalf.
Thanks to this synergy, more than 84% of our students secure their apprenticeship contract and find their company through KLIMA SCHOOL.
Although Klima School provides intensive support (coaching, networking, follow-ups), securing a job or an apprenticeship depends on the student's personal commitment and the alignment of their profile with the job market. These examples do not in any way constitute a promise of automatic employment. Your results may vary based on your background and efforts.Placement figures for the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 cohorts.
You will become an expert in Carbon Footprint methodologies, non-financial reporting software (CSRD), and sustainable performance management tools such as Google Sheets and Excel.
Our instructors are active experts who integrate legislative developments (European Taxonomy, Climate & Resilience laws) into their teaching in real time.
Yes, the second year concludes with a professional thesis where you develop an innovative solution to address a concrete transition challenge encountered in a company. You must defend your thesis before a jury of professionals.
Yes, the program prepares you for a Level 7 certified qualification registered with the RNCP (equivalent to a Master's degree), which guarantees its official recognition in the job market. The training leads to the title of "Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable Development," issued by EXCELIA and registered under number RNCP 37769.
You could work as an Ecological Transition Manager, Carbon Strategy Consultant, ESG Analyst, or Circular Economy Project Manager.
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