Master in Circular Economy

Program Overview

The Master's Degree in Circular Economy is a one-year program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, strategies, and practical applications of the circular economy and corporate sustainability. It aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to address the complex challenges posed by linear economic models and develop innovative circular solutions for a more sustainable future. The program merges concepts from environmental science, business management, economics, engineering, and sustainability studies. Students gain hands-on experience through research projects or collaborative initiatives with industry partners.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master’s Degree in Circular Economy is a one-year program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, strategies, and practical applications of the circular economy and corporate sustainability.

• To equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to address the complex challenges posed by linear economic models and develop innovative circular solutions for a more sustainable future.
• To merge concepts from environmental science, business management, economics, engineering, and sustainability studies.
• To engage students in research projects or collaborative initiatives with industry partners to gain hands-on experience and develop the critical thinking skills needed to address complex sustainability issues.

Outline:

Curriculum:

• Circular Engineering and Design:
• Introduction to circular economy and sustainability (3 credits)
• Energy in circular processes (3 credits)
• Resource cycles (6 credits)
• Life cycle assessment (3 credits)
• Industrial eco-design (3 credits)
• Management and Business in the Circular Economy:
• Sustainable communication and reporting (3 credits)
• New sustainable business models and product development (3 credits)
• Sustainable finance and ESG (3 credits)
• Social and economic impact analysis (3 credits)
• Consultancy Project:
• Consultancy Project (15 credits)
• Master Thesis:
• Master Thesis (15 credits)

Course Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Careers:

• Chief Sustainability Manager (CSM)
• Corporate Social Responsibility Manager
• Sustainable Business Operations Manager
• Environmental Advisor
• Circular Economy Change Agent
• Communications Manager

Other:

• The program is taught in English.
• Students can participate in research projects or collaborative initiatives with companies in the industry.
• Students will gain experience in cutting-edge technologies to create value by applying the principles of the circular economy.
• Students will have practical work experience in business consulting projects.
• The program is offered at IQS Barcelona.
• The program is open to students who have a bachelor’s degree in the areas of: Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Studies, Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Food Science and Technology, Environmental Science, Business Management, Economics, and International Business.
• Admission is open to students who hold other degrees such as Physics, Computer and Data Science, Marketing, Communications, Advertising, Public Relations, Tourism, and other Science and Social Sciences fields.
• Students from certain backgrounds may need to take introductory courses offered by IQS before the official start of the Master’s Degree.
• A solid level of spoken and written English (English level B2 or IELTS/TOEFL equivalent) is required.
• No previous professional experience is required.
• The Admissions Committee will review each application and, where appropriate, the content of the complementary courses to be taken, depending on the admissions qualification.