Mission Statement
Our program prepares students to pursue careers in sustainability by developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for solving local, regional, and global problems. Students cultivate professional skills and learn key competencies in sustainability through our core classes, while also developing disciplinary knowledge through an elective track. All students gain professional experience and demonstrate their mastery of sustainability principles by completing a graduate project. Upon graduation, our students enter the workforce as leaders prepared to creatively address sustainability problems with attention to environmental, social, and economic considerations.
M.A. in Sustainability Information Sessions
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Create a Better, Greener Future
Sustainability issues have a deep, far-reaching impact on every aspect of our lives – from science, business and economics to healthcare, social justice and public policy. As both the public and private sectors work to combat the effects of climate change, the demand for professionals trained in sustainability is only increasing.
CSUN’s M.A. program in Sustainability is designed to equip students with the advanced knowledge and skills to find solutions. Whether you’re passionate about solving global and local environmental challenges, evaluating water resources and assessing energy efficiency, or developing sustainable business and community practices, this program sets you on a career path to meaningful work that improves our world.
Sustainability Stats
100%
Sustainability is now a division in nearly all largest companies, universities, municipalities, state and national government.
7
The number of continents where sustainability professionals can work and have impact.
3 million
The number of Americans who worked in clean energy in 2020.
$140,000
Average salary for sustainability executives in CA that likely required master’s degrees.
+7.5%
Increase in Linkedin members with sustainability job titles in 2019. Top job titles that enjoyed the greatest growth were Sustainability Analyst, Sustainability Advisor, each of which rose more than 20% over the past two years.
+10%
In 2019, there was a 10% growth in job roles with titles related to sustainability, above and beyond the overall growth in all jobs posted.
Institute for Sustainability
Students in our program work closely with CSUN’s Institute for Sustainability through coursework, internships, and class projects. Founded in 2008, the Institute for Sustainability works with stakeholders across campus and the region to integrate sustainability into all aspects of the university, from operations and infrastructure to outreach, education, and research. Sustainability MA students have the opportunity to work with the Institute to conduct applied research to advance sustainability goals across campus and the region.
A Word from Our Dean
"The MA in Sustainability is for those who want to have impact. It provides a core understanding of sustainability that will allow them to not only work and communicate with scientists and scholars, but also corporations and communities. It is training that advances sustainability work and future study. This program prepares for successful careers and innovation in an emerging field."
- Yan Dominic Searcy Dean, College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Program Office
Master's in Sustainability
Sierra Hall, Room 180C
18111 Nordhoff Street
Northridge, CA 91330-8259
- Phone: 818-677-7805