Master’s Degree in Sustainability and Circular Economy

• K1- Understand at an advanced level the most relevant theories in business strategy, as well as business models that balance economic profit, environmental sustainability, and social responsibility.
• K2- Identify sustainability strategies used by real companies to support responsible business development.
• K3 – Recognize key stakeholder roles and associated governance risks, ensuring human rights due diligence with a strong emphasis on workers' rights.
• K4- Incorporate social and environmental factors into project management processes, with a particular focus on dual materiality analysis.
• K5 - Describe at an advanced level the functioning of supply chains and value chains, industrial waste management, and the agents transforming these environments to generate circularity.
• K6- Recognize the impact of social, environmental, and governance variables on investor decision-making.
• K7- Understand how traditional and digital tools can be applied to manage sustainable production and foster a circular economy. This includes incorporating new trends in design, managing water resources and critical raw materials, and overseeing the energy transition.

• S1 - Develop sustainable business strategies based on information from different areas of the company.
• S2 - Create contingency plans to address environmental, social, or governance risks that could compromise a company's economic viability.
• S3 - Evaluate challenges affecting the supply chain in a circular economy environment and design strategies and solutions to mitigate potential impacts on the company.
• S4 - Identify sources of innovation in specific business sectors and leverage technological advancements to build competitive advantages rooted in sustainability, while conserving energy, raw materials, and the social environment.
• S5 - Develop innovation and sustainability projects using the most suitable "green" financing sources at both national and international levels.
• S6 - Employ digital tools to process large datasets, enabling the analysis of company performance through various sustainability-related indicators.

• C1 – Autonomously adopt informed decisions based on data aligned with the company's vision, mission, and values, with special attention to environmental, social, and governance factors.
• C2 – Effectively use technical concepts from the economic, business, and technological fields, both orally and in writing, when addressing specialized audiences.
• C3 – Respond to the sustainability demands within a company and be capable of reconciling these with the need to implement a viable business plan.
• C4 – Master advanced digital tools—both traditional and emerging—applied to key areas of sustainability and the circular economy, including resource management, communication, risk assessment, and financial analysis.
• C5 - Prepare, write, and present original projects and papers in the field of corporate sustainability.
• C6 - Lead their professional development and guide their career toward a specialization in sustainability and the circular economy.
• C7 - Act ethically and with professional responsibility when addressing social, environmental, and economic challenges, drawing on democratic principles, Sustainable Development Goals, respect for diversity, universal accessibility, and design for all.
• C8- Put into practice the knowledge and skills gained throughout the Master's program in a professional setting.
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The current access and admission regulations outlined in Royal Decree 822/2021, of September 28, are followed.

The following are eligible for admission to this Master's program:

Podrán acceder a este Máster:

• 1. Graduates in Economics, Business Administration, Marketing, Tourism, Commerce, and Accounting are eligible without requiring additional training courses.
• 2. Graduates in Engineering, Law, Political Science and International Relations, Environmental Sciences, and Ecology must complete additional training in Fundamentals of Economics and Business (4 ECTS credits), unless they can demonstrate that they have already received this training as part of their original degree:

  • FUNDAMENTALS OF ECONOMICS AND BUSINESS (4 ECTS credits)

  • Complementary Training Courses:
    • Total number of ECTS credits: 1st: 4 ECTS credits
    • Timeframe: Semester-based
    • Method: Face-to-face / Online
    • Language: Spanish / English
    • Learning Outcomes:
      • Knowledge and Content: KCF1 - Identify the agents involved in an economy and how they influence the opportunities and risks of a business.
      • Skills and Abilities: SCF1 - Assess the economic factors that may influence the performance of a business.
      • Competences: CCF1 - Identify the most useful business decisions within the economic context of the company.
  • Face-to-face Complementary Training Courses:
    • Educational Activities::
      • AF1 - Lecture: Total hours: 20 / In-person hours: 20
      • AF3 - Practical classes. Seminars and workshops: Total hours: 10 / In-person hours: 10
      • AF4 - Individual study and independent work: Total hours: 68 / In-person hours: 0
      • AF6 - Assessment: Total hours: 2 / In-person hours: 2
    • Evaluation Systems:
      • Face-to-face Ordinary Call: SE2 - Final objective exam. Minimum: 100%. Maximum: 100%. Total: 100
      • Face-to-face Extraordinary Call: SE2 - Final objective exam. Minimum: 100%. Maximum: 100%. Total: 100
  • Online Complementary Training Courses:
    • Educational Activities:
      • AF1 - Lecture: Total hours: 20 / Hours of synchronous interactivity: 4 / Hours of asynchronous interactivity: 16
      • AF3 - Practical classes. Seminars and workshops: Total hours: 10 / Hours of synchronous interactivity: 10 / Hours of asynchronous interactivity: 0
      • AF4 - Individual study and independent work: Total hours: 68 / Hours of synchronous interactivity: 0 / Hours of asynchronous interactivity: 0
      • AF6 - Assessment: Total hours: 2 / Hours of synchronous interactivity: 2 / Hours of asynchronous interactivity: 0
    • Evaluation Systems:
      • Online Ordinary Call: SE2 - Final objective exam. Minimum: 100%. Maximum: 100%. Total: 100
      • Online Extraordinary Call: SE2 - Final objective exam. Minimum: 100%. Maximum: 100%. Total: 100

Antonio de Nebrija University adheres to the current access and admission regulations outlined in Royal Decree 822/2021, of September 28, as detailed in the University's Access, Admission, and Enrollment Regulations.

In compliance with Article 18 of Royal Decree 822/2021 regarding access and admission to official master's degrees, the University reserves 5% of available places for students with a recognized disability of 33% or greater.

Nebrija University provides accessible information systems and procedures to welcome and guide new students, ensuring smooth integration into their chosen programs. For students with specific educational needs due to disabilities, the University offers tailored support and counseling services, which evaluate the need for curricular adaptations, alternative study itineraries, or other adjustments.

The University also offers a Student Guidance Service, known as the Psychopedagogical Guidance Office (GOPP). This office provides students who request it with individualized and comprehensive counseling, designed to promote optimal academic performance and personal and professional development.

Through the GOPP, individualized support is provided to accommodate course requirements based on the specific needs of students with disabilities.

To be admitted to the Master's Degree in Sustainability and Circular Economy, applicants must demonstrate a B2 level (as defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) in the language of instruction for the program (Spanish or English). This requirement is waived for students whose native language matches the program's language of instruction.

Once this requirement is met, candidates are evaluated for pre-admission and admission on a scale of 0 to 10 points, based on the following criteria and weights:

• Academic Record (50%)
  The candidate's academic performance in previous studies is assessed.
• Structured Personal Interview (40%)
  The interview, conducted by the Program Director, Coordinator, or an appointed representative, will be documented in a report that will be submitted to the Admissions Committee. During the interview, the interviewer will ask questions to understand the candidate's motivation for enrolling in the program, their level of commitment, the alignment of their profile with the program, and their prior knowledge in the field of sustainability and the circular economy. Through this conversation, the interviewer will evaluate the candidate's interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and maturity. The candidate’s profile will be scored on a scale of 0 to 10, considering both the suitability of their academic background and their professional experience in the field of sustainability or the circular economy. This experience will be objectively assessed through their curriculum vitae, and the interview may delve deeper into the specific roles and responsibilities the candidate has undertaken. The interview will be conducted in the language in which the program is offered.
• Candidate Presentation Document (10%).
  Applicants must submit a personal document explaining their motivation and interest in the program. They may also include any other relevant personal circumstances to support their application.

Admission tests are designed as part of a comprehensive strategy to assess the characteristics of applicants. This approach ensures a thorough evaluation of candidates' motivation, academic preparation, knowledge, skills, aptitudes, communication abilities, extracurricular achievements, and future aspirations, all of which are essential for admission to Nebrija University's programs.

In accordance with Article 18.6 of Royal Decree 882/2021, 5% of the available places in each degree program are reserved for students with a minimum disability of 33%. This also includes students with permanent educational support needs arising from personal disability circumstances, who, in their previous studies, required resources and support for full inclusion in education, as stipulated in the Royal Decree.

The Admissions Committee is composed of the Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs and Faculty, the Director of University Development, the Dean of the School, and the Registrar of the University. Each member has the option to delegate their responsibilities to another individual within their department.

If the number of applicants exceeds the available places, admission will be determined based on the applicants' scores. These scores are calculated as a weighted average derived from the admissions test criteria. Should all places be filled, remaining applicants will be placed on a waiting list to address any vacancies that might occur before the start of the academic year. The same admission and selection criteria will apply to candidates on the waiting list.