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Green MBA Programs



There is a demand in American business for professionals who understand the basic concepts of sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and the triple bottom line approach to commerce. Non-profit and for-profit entities alike have recognized the need for a sustainable approach to their business operations and they seek capable personnel to help them meet these challenges.

A growing number of dedicated entrepreneurs are looking to MBA in Sustainability degrees to help prepare them for creating innovative businesses to compete in the green economy.

To satisfy the demand for these rare business professionals, a handful of forward-looking business schools have launched Green MBA programs.

Each of these schools have added their own unique philosophical approach to training responsible business officers, yet all have a commitment to the triple bottom line approach to commerce in common--an approach that factors in the well-being of the planet and its people as well as the bottom line profitability of the organization.

Not able to relocate or quit your current job or relocate your business to pursue an MBA? You may still be able to study for a fully recognized, quality MBA degree as at least two very well regarded schools offer low residency distance study options.

Here is a partial list of MBA granting institutions that either exclusively offer sustainable (green) degrees, or offer them as an option.

Green and Sustainable Business MBA Programs
School Instructional Model Cost Location Accredited GMAT Required?
Dominican University of California Residential High CA Yes Optional
Presidio School of Management Residential High CA Yes Yes
Duquesne School of Business Residential High PA Yes Yes
Bainbridge Graduate Institute Distance / Short Res. High WA In Process Yes
Green Mountain College Distance / Short Res. Med VT Yes Yes
San Francisco Institute of Architecture Distance
Self Study
Low CA None No


This list may not be exhaustive or complete. If you know of other good Green MBA programs, please let us know about them and we will add them to the list.

A Note On Accreditation:
As you explore your MBA education options, consider foremost the overall reputation of the institution. In many instances the professional reputation of the institution may be more important than the school's current accreditation status. A good example of this is the Bainbridge Graduate Institute in Washington, which is currently not accredited (though accreditation is in process). Despite the accreditation situation, BGI is one of the most highly respected MBA in Sustainable Business programs in the nation. Alumni are employed as sustainability officers and like positions with some of the most respected socially responsible corporations in the US and Canada. Do your research and due diligence, no matter what program works for you and your situation.






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