What courses are in the program?

General Education Core: 26 creditsEnvironmental Professional Core: 12 creditsElective Courses: 50 creditsProgram Core: 30 creditsCOMM 401: Beyond the Feed: Social Media Strategy, Analytics, and SustainabilityENVS 303: Social Science for Environmental ProfessionalsFINC 201: Business Administration: Enterprise AccountingFINC 401: Investment for a Sustainable WorldMGMT 201: Corporate Sustainability: Frameworks and StandardsMGMT 301: Starting Your Small BusinessMGMT 403: Global Chain Supply Operations: Greening Your BusinessMGMT 405: Achieving Net Zero through Carbon AccountingMKTG 301: Introduction to Sustainable BrandingPOLI 301: Global and Local Politics and Policy ImplicationsFor course requirements and a better look into your program, view our full course catalog. Then apply online for free to get started.

BS in Sustainable Business Management

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Unity’s online programs are trusted by over 10,000 students across all 50 states.

88% of Unity graduates are employed or earning advanced degrees within 6 months.

Program Overview

Sustainable Business Management

This bachelor’s program will prepare you to lead the way in sustainable innovation. Unlock career paths in corporate sustainability, green consulting, and responsible entrepreneurship. Shape a future where business drives both profits and environmental progress.

Career Outlook: General and Operations Managers in the U.S.

3.7 M

Number of jobs in 2024*

4 %

Est. job growth through 2034*

$ 106 K

Median annual salary in 2025*

*Source: O-Net Online/U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Unity cannot guarantee employment. Salary data represents averaged earnings for occupations listed and includes workers at all levels of education and experience.

CAREER OUTCOMES

What Can I Do With a Bachelor’s in Sustainable Business Management?

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Sustainability Manager / ESG Analyst

Track and improve a company’s environmental and social impact.

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Corporate Social Responsibility Director

Lead programs that align business goals with community values.

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Impact Investing Analyst

Evaluate investments that generate financial and environmental returns.

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Sustainable Product Development Manager

Create products with environmental impact built into their design.

“…with (Unity) being totally online, it helps create flexibility for my schedule.”

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Unity Alum

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Jordan A.
Unity Alum

“It was tough to be able to go in person in the class but now with (Unity) being totally online, it helps create flexibility for my schedule. I was able to get my degree while having a newborn baby and working 40 hours a week.”

What you’ll learn

Drive Sustainable Business

Master core business functions like accounting, marketing, and supply chain operations with a sustainability focus.
Identify and evaluate ethical, social, and environmental impacts in modern business decision-making.
Use data analysis to support sustainable strategies that align with organizational goals and environmental responsibility.
Discover and develop innovative solutions that improve business sustainability and promote long-term success.
Build a business mindset grounded in sustainability, preparing for careers that balance profit with purpose.

Awards and recognition

Proudly Recognized for Excellence

Tuition Rates

We believe a college education should help launch you into a promising future, not weigh you down with debt. Unity’s online bachelor’s programs are $470 per credit, with no term-based fees and free text resources in most courses.

Tuition Locked Through 2030!

While many U.S. colleges raise tuition by 2–4% each year, your tuition rate at Unity stays the same, giving you cost certainty from your first term through graduation.

Military Friendly

Active-duty service members, veterans, and their families receive a reduced tuition rate of $423 per credit. VA education benefits (including the GI Bill®, Chapter 31, Chapter 35, and Active Duty Tuition Assistance) may be applied toward the cost of your degree.

NO SURPRISES. NO UNNECESSARY FEES.

Transparent, Predictable Pricing

See why 98% of Unity students don’t need private loans.

Affordable, Transparent Tuition

With no hidden fees!

Flexible Payment Options

Plans that fit your budget.

Locked-In Tuition

7 years with no tuition increase.

Earn While You Learn

Work full-time while studying.

Personalized Financial Plan

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Low Textbook Costs

Free materials in most courses.

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Learn from Leaders

Learn from Leaders

PhD in Applied Economics, Master’s in Public Policy, BS in Political Science

Dr. Michele Villinski
Global Expert in Policy and Applied Economics

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Dr. Michele Villinski
Global Expert in Policy and Applied Economics

Dr. Michele Villinsk was previously Professor of Economics and Management and Director of the Management Fellows and Environmental Fellows Programs at DePauw University where she taught, chaired faculty committees, advised students, and was an administrator for more than 20 years. She received her Doctoral degree in Applied Economics from the University of Minnesota and her Master of Public Policy degree from Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government. Her doctoral and master’s degree research explored water supply financing and pricing in Indonesia and Texas, and her career has focused on identifying interdisciplinary approaches to complex environmental issues. She earned her baccalaureate degree in political science at Carleton College, and she is a certified Project Management Professional.

Dr. Villinski has received multiple awards for her teaching innovation and attention to student learning. In 2009 she was a Fulbright Fellow at Surabaya University in Indonesia. Her experience and passion for understanding global perspectives and analyzing environmental issues led her to Unity, where she is excited to be part of the innovative distance education team. Having lived in Africa and Asia for much of her early life, Dr. Villinski fell in love with Maine many years ago and is thrilled that it is now her home.

Learn from Leaders

Janice Lao
Global Expert in Carbon-Neutral Growth Strategies

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Janice Lao
Global Expert in Carbon-Neutral Growth Strategies

Dr Janice Lao is an internationally multi-awarded environmental scientist and economist. At 30, she developed the initial mathematical and economic modeling that was the basis for international aviation’s carbon-neutral growth strategy. She also originated and led some of the “first in the industry” sustainable financial deals. Forbes Magazine has recognized her work, as one of the world’s most influential sustainability leaders, along with Fortune Magazine and others. She is a graduate of the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom under a full academic scholarship with the British government and completed her PhD at Prescott College. She is an adjunct professor at Prescott College’s MBA in Sustainability and Head Tutor/Senior Associate at the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership at the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom.

Learn from Leaders

Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership

Robin Shah
Global Expert in Organizational Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Strategic Advising

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Robin Shah
Global Expert in Organizational Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Strategic Advising

Dr. Rob Shah’s background includes 17+ years of leadership experience at leading global companies and 12+ years teaching business courses.

He has a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership, an MBA, and a BS in Accounting. He also a has his CPA and CMA, and previously founded two companies.

Dr. Shah serves on two advisory boards helping entrepreneurs achieve their strategic vision.

Have Questions About the Bachelor’s in Sustainable Business Management?

Sustainable business management involves integrating eco-conscious strategies with traditional business practices to drive success and positive environmental impact. Unity Environmental University’s BS in Sustainable Business Management equips you with the skills to lead in corporate sustainability, green consulting, or socially responsible entrepreneurship.

Our program blends business acumen with sustainability principles, preparing you to excel in the growing green job market. You’ll gain practical expertise in sustainable business practices, positioning you as an innovative leader who prioritizes both profit and the planet.

Unity Environmental University’s BS in Sustainable Business Management will prepare students to be innovative sustainability business leaders. This program will provide practical expertise and professional skills to students interested in a profession that advances the sustainable business movement.

Our comprehensive 120-credit program can be tailored to fit your schedule and goals! Completion time is flexible, determined by the number of credits you choose to take each term (8 terms/year) and less time with transfer credits. Without transfer credits, you can anticipate the following completion times:

48 credits/year: Fast-track your education in only 2.6 years
30 credits/year: Achieve your degree in 4 years
24 credits/year: Complete in just 5 years

General Education Core: 26 credits
Environmental Professional Core: 12 credits
Elective Courses: 50 credits
Program Core: 30 credits

COMM 401: Beyond the Feed: Social Media Strategy, Analytics, and Sustainability
ENVS 303: Social Science for Environmental Professionals
FINC 201: Business Administration: Enterprise Accounting
FINC 401: Investment for a Sustainable World
MGMT 201: Corporate Sustainability: Frameworks and Standards
MGMT 301: Starting Your Small Business
MGMT 403: Global Chain Supply Operations: Greening Your Business
MGMT 405: Achieving Net Zero through Carbon Accounting
MKTG 301: Introduction to Sustainable Branding
POLI 301: Global and Local Politics and Policy Implications

For course requirements and a better look into your program, view our full course catalog. Then apply online for free to get started.

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