Online MS in Innovation & Entrepreneurship—Sustainability

At a Glance

Completion Time

Months

Credits Required

Tuition

$29,700

Part-Time*

*Based on 2026–2027 Boston University tuition and fees. Merit scholarship may reduce cost.

Drive Impactful Innovation by Merging Sustainability with Business Strategy

The online MS in Innovation & Entrepreneurship concentration in Sustainability equips you with the expertise to create ethically grounded, socially responsible, and environmentally sustainable business solutions. This program explores key areas such as environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing, social entrepreneurship, and venture financing strategies aimed at fostering impact-driven enterprises and advancing sustainable market shifts.

By integrating leadership development, ethical decision-making, and regulatory insights, you’ll build the skills to launch, transform, and lead innovative startups or guide established businesses that balance financial performance with long-term environmental and social responsibility. BU MET’s Innovation & Entrepreneurship master’s concentration in Sustainability prepares you to drive meaningful change by aligning profitability with purpose in today’s evolving global marketplace.

The MS in Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Sustainability concentration is also available on campus in Boston. Learn more.

Curriculum

A total of 32 units is required.

Students are required to finish four core courses and the Sustainability concentration requirements.

Core Courses

(Four courses/16 units)

MET AD 514 The Innovation Process: Developing New Products and Services

4 credits.

Addresses the specifics of new product and service development and fostering innovation and technology to increase performance. Topics include generating and screening initial ideas; assessing user needs and interests; forecasting results; launching, and improving products and programs; and overall bringing innovation from ideation to commercialization.

Section A1, SPRG 2026 Jan 20th to Apr 30th
Instructor	Type	Days	Times	Location
Lopez	Independent	M	06:00:00 PM–08:45:00 PM	CAS B20

Section A2, SPRG 2026 Jan 20th to Apr 30th
Instructor	Type	Days	Times	Location
Park	Independent	T	06:00:00 PM–08:45:00 PM	CAS 233

Section O1, SPRG 2026 Jan 13th to Mar 2nd
Instructor	Type	Days	Times	Location
Park	Independent	ARR	12:00:00 AM–12:00:00 AM

MET AD 667 Innovation, Global Competitiveness, and National Economic Development

4 credits. Fall and Spring

Examines various approaches to developing high tech innovation based economies as a route to self sufficiency and growth. Factors studied include both structural reforms in the political, legal and economic areas, and government sponsored initiatives in higher education, basic research, private venture capital, grants to support new product development by promising ventures, and the creation of science and technology parks and incubators. Students independently research, write, and present studies of the strategies of various countries. This will be augmented by case studies, reading, and guest speakers on strategies being employed in such countries as Taiwan, Thailand, and Brazil.

Section A1, SPRG 2026 Jan 20th to Apr 30th
Instructor	Type	Days	Times	Location
Lopez	Independent	R	06:00:00 PM–08:45:00 PM	CAS 201

MET AD 740 Planning and Operating New Ventures

4 credits. Fall and Spring

Graduate Prerequisites: MET AD741 - Includes opportunity assessment and feasibility analysis, concept development, budgeting and financial operations, financial and human resource management, legal and organizational issues analysis, and comprehension and determination of the roles of boards and external advisors, all leading into the planning and operating of new ventures.

Section O1, SPRG 2026 Jan 13th to Mar 2nd
Instructor	Type	Days	Times	Location
Park	Independent	ARR	12:00:00 AM–12:00:00 AM

MET AD 746 Business Law and Regulation for Entrepreneurs

4 credits. Fall and Spring

Examines legal issues that affect high technology firms. Topics include copyright, reverse engineering, trade secrets, patents, international legal differences, the Uniform Commercial Code, and product liability. Cases drawn from high tech industries are used to emphasize current and future developments.

Section A1, SPRG 2026 Jan 20th to Apr 30th
Instructor	Type	Days	Times	Location
Lopez	Independent	W	06:00:00 PM–08:45:00 PM	CAS B20

Concentration Requirements

(Four courses/16 units)

MET AD 580 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Investments

4 credits. Fall and Spring

Prerequisites: MET AD 717 or consent of instructor.- A comprehensive investments course introducing important aspects of investing, including environmental, social, and governance issues, and their role in corporate risk management, financial markets, and investments, presented from the viewpoint of market participants and corporate leadership. The course incorporates the mechanics of investing sustainably, with long-term planning on a micro and macro level. Topics will include an introduction and understanding of the ESG market, defining the environmental, social, and governance factors important for investment decision-making, and the importance of corporate engagement and stewardship. The course will also cover ESG analysis, valuation, and integration in portfolio management.

Section O1, SPRG 2026 Jan 13th to Mar 2nd
Instructor	Type	Days	Times	Location
Vodenska	Independent	ARR	12:00:00 AM–12:00:00 AM

MET AD 633 Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship

4 credits.

This course equips students with the skills and knowledge to drive social change through innovative entrepreneurial ventures. It explores the fundamental frameworks and theories of social innovation while teaching students how to identify and tackle social needs effectively. Participants will learn to create sustainable business models that are both economically viable and scalable, ensuring a long-term impact. The curriculum includes strategies for scaling social ventures, measuring their impact, and engaging with diverse stakeholders to promote collaborative change. Students will examine various funding options available to social entrepreneurs, such as impact investing and crowdfunding, and discover how to influence policy and advocate for supportive environments.

Section A1, SPRG 2026 Jan 20th to Apr 30th
Instructor	Type	Days	Times	Location
Goncalves	Independent	M	06:00:00 PM–08:45:00 PM	CAS 116

And one of the following:

MET AD 511 International Business, Economics, and Cultures

4 credits.

This course offers an in-depth exploration of the challenges and strategies essential for navigating the complex global business environment. It provides students the tools to manage cultural, economic, and political intricacies, develop strategic market entries, and adhere to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards. Through a blend of lectures, case studies, a global trade simulation, and interactive sessions, students will learn to implement effective change management, understand geopolitical influences, and foster sustainable business practices. This course bridges theory with practical application, preparing students for successful international business operations.

Section A1, SPRG 2026 Jan 20th to Apr 30th
Instructor	Type	Days	Times	Location
Dickson	Independent	M	06:00:00 PM–08:45:00 PM	KCB 104

Section O2, SPRG 2026 Mar 10th to Apr 27th
Instructor	Type	Days	Times	Location
Goncalves	Independent	ARR	12:00:00 AM–12:00:00 AM

MET AD 619 Applied Neuromarketing Research and Ethics

4 credits. Fall and Spring

Neuromarketing is transforming the global marketing industry as a relatively new discipline, quickly transforming how marketers influence consumers and their buying decisions. The rapid increase in the uptake of neuromarketing across multiple business domains and applications across industries is making it imperative that global marketers take heed and start applying them to their marketing strategies as well. This course leverages three core disciplines: marketing, market research, and brain science. In this course, students will learn how neuromarketing is gaining moment in the industry because it leverages how the consumer's brain reacts and responds to specific marketing incentives and stimuli. It ensures that the marketing efforts and their effectiveness are well- measured and accurate through applied neuromarketing analytics in a lab environment. This course also leverages neuromarketing research during lab sessions, using various cutting-edge and innovative techniques through biometric and brain signals to examine consumer behavior and develop relevant marketing strategies.

MET AD 634 Entrepreneurial Leadership and Ethics

4 credits.

This course addresses the complex and evolving challenges that leaders face in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. With rapid technological advancements and shifting dynamics in the global market, the course equips aspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders with the skills necessary to navigate ethical dilemmas while fostering a culture of integrity and innovation. Students will explore the intersection of leadership, ethics, and entrepreneurship, learning how to achieve sustainable business growth while maintaining ethical standards and social responsibility. Through a blend of theoretical frameworks, case studies, and practical leadership exercises, participants will develop a nuanced understanding of how ethical considerations influence decision-making and organizational success in entrepreneurial ventures.

MET AD 678 Financial Regulation and Ethics

4 credits. Fall and Spring

Financial Regulation and Ethics is a course designed to thoroughly review the important topics of financial regulations, policies, and ethics. The course will explore an overview of the financial systems, their history, problems, and issues for the purpose of understanding the enactment of regulations as a method to protect the financial systems and investors. Also, regulators and their authority will be identified, both domestically and internationally. Ethics, an extremely important aspect of finance will be discussed and explored. Ethics is a difficult topic to define and can be impacted by social norms. During the ethics portion of the course, students will study where ethics have failed and caused major issues for the financial marketplace and individual companies.

Section A1, SPRG 2026 Jan 20th to Apr 30th
Instructor	Type	Days	Times	Location
Shimer	Independent	T	12:30:00 PM–03:15:00 PM	MCS B29

Section O2, SPRG 2026 Mar 10th to Apr 27th
Instructor	Type	Days	Times	Location
Vodenska	Independent	ARR	12:00:00 AM–12:00:00 AM

MET UA 549 Planning Sustainable and Climate Adapted Urban Futures

4 credits. Fall

Exploration of principles and practices essential for planning cities that are both sustainable and resilient to climate change. Strategies to create environmentally responsible, economically viable, and socially equitable urban futures will be examined. Key topics include climate adaptation and mitigation, green infrastructure, urban resilience, sustainable transportation, and energy-efficient urban design. Through case studies, policy analysis, and hands-on projects, students will develop the skills to design and implement innovative solutions that address the impacts of climate change while promoting sustainable urban development.

Section A1, SPRG 2026 Jan 20th to Apr 30th
Instructor	Type	Days	Times	Location
Autler	Independent	T	06:00:00 PM–08:45:00 PM	EPC 208

MET UA 617 Actionable Sustainability

4 credits. Fall and Spring

Sustainability generally refers to the ability of "systems" to be maintained such that they remain viable over long periods of time. As much as achieving the perfect sustainable equilibrium may be the ideal, it is important to recognize that there will be competing and conflicting interests, especially within complex hierarchical social, economic and ecological systems, particularly in light of ongoing climatic change. This field intensive course draws on the practices and theories of sustainability and climate change to understand what sustainability can mean in different contexts, and, more important, how nuanced, sustainable solutions can be achieved under varying conditions and in different systems. With an emphasis on the urban environment, the course will consist of projects in which students will identify, analyze, and develop practical proposals to real world issues. This course is intended for a wider audience from a range of disciplines.

Master’s Thesis Option

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How You Benefit from a
Boston University Education

A BU credential can help lay the foundation for career advancement and personal success.

Benefit from an average 24:1 student-to-instructor ratio.
Work closely with highly qualified faculty who draw from active research and substantial professional achievements in areas such as business innovation, business analytics, market research, finance, project management, enterprise risk management, ecommerce, international business, economic development, sustainability entrepreneurship, and many others.
Focus on practical, hands-on lessons that you can apply on the job. A research thesis option is available for those interested in a deeper pursuit of academic research.
Two levels of free, self-paced analytics laboratories offer access to advanced tools and provide opportunities to hone analytics skills using cases that are populated with realistic data.
Gain access to BU resources. Innovate@BU programs such as Innovation Pathway, Summer Accelerator, and New Venture Competition—among others—provide complementary pitch and professional skills development.

All graduate students are automatically considered for merit scholarships during the application process and nominated based on eligibility. Learn more.

Graduate with Entrepreneurial Expertise

Students who complete the Innovation & Entrepreneurship master’s degree concentration in Sustainability will be able to:

Assess the financial, social, and environmental impacts of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investments and sustainability-driven business models to develop responsible and profitable innovation strategies.
Analyze global sustainability trends, regulatory frameworks, and market dynamics to identify opportunities for innovation in sustainable entrepreneurship.
Amplify sustainable business models by integrating ESG principles and practices to drive long-term financial and societal impact in global markets.
Apply ethical leadership and impact-driven financial strategies to design and implement sustainable business solutions that address environmental and societal challenges in the global, digital context.

Advance Your Career

BU MET’s Innovation & Entrepreneurship master’s with a concentration in Sustainability prepares you for roles that generally involve driving sustainable business practices, leading socially responsible initiatives, managing ESG investments, and fostering innovation that balances financial goals with environmental and social impact. Typical job titles might include sustainability manager, corporate social responsibility (CSR) manager, social impact consultant, ESG (environmental, social, and governance) analyst, sustainable business strategist, social entrepreneur/founder of impact ventures, environmental compliance manager, sustainable supply chain manager, impact investment analyst, green innovation consultant, sustainability analyst, social innovation program manager, climate change analyst, sustainable development manager, and nonprofit program director (sustainability focus), among others.

Take Advantage of Career Resources at BU MET

You will find the support you need in reaching your career goals through MET’s Career Development office, which offers a variety of job-hunting resources, including one-on-one career counseling by appointment for online students. You can also take advantage of tools and resources available online through BU’s Center for Career Development.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship Faculty

Kathleen Park

Assistant Professor, Administrative Sciences

Coordinator, Innovation

Marcus Goncalves

Associate Professor of the Practice

Coordinator, Global Marketing Management

Associate Chair, Administrative Sciences

Esteban Lopez

Lecturer, Administrative Sciences

Megan M Trainor

Senior Lecturer, Administrative Sciences

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Drive Impactful Innovation by Merging Sustainability with Business Strategy