Transformative Sustainability MSc

Bocconi University and Politecnico di Milano have joined forces to offer a pioneering, interdisciplinary joint degree program: the MSc in Transformative Sustainability.

This program responds to the pressing need faced by governments, institutions and businesses across jurisdictions - from Europe to the Americas, from Africa to Asia, and beyond. The aim is to tackle the complex, multidimensional challenges posed by climate change, social equity and responsible innovation. Addressing it requires a new generation of professionals equipped with both strategic vision and technical expertise, capable of navigating the intersection of innovation, policy and business.

Drawing on the complementary strengths of two leading institutions, this unique program integrates:

• Technical disciplines such as environmental technologies, energy systems, mobility and circularity
• Social sciences including management, economics, data science and law

The MSc in Transformative Sustainability is designed to prepare students to:

• Lead the transition of companies toward sustainable business models through innovation in products, processes, and systems
• Understand and apply ESG criteria in governance, management and investment decisions, evaluating impact
• Leverage technology to generate value for both business and society

What sets this program apart is its holistic approach: it combines the “why” of sustainability (strategic vision), the “what” (scientific and technological tools), and the “how” (innovation and design methodologies). Students are trained to manage the full innovation pathway - from strategic planning to implementation.

Graduates will be uniquely positioned to:

• Identify and interpret the transformations required by sustainability across core business functions
• Design and lead systemic innovation processes at the organizational level, bridging strategy and technology
• Collaborate across sectors and with diverse stakeholders to address complex environmental and social challenges
• Balance environmental imperatives with social and economic considerations in the transition process

At a time when sustainability is not only a moral duty and strategic necessity, but also increasingly subject to scrutiny and challenges, this program provides the tools, mindset, and network to navigate such complexity. It also empowers our graduates to drive meaningful, balanced impact through an innovative and inclusive approach that cements sustainability as a lasting strategy.