What is overseas education?

Overseas education is leaving your home country and going abroad to pursue further education. Through overseas education, you can avail of long-term degree courses as well as short-term certificate courses to learn a language or upskill yourself.

How to get a scholarship to study abroad?

If you are aiming to study abroad, identify your career goals, look for relevant courses and universities abroad, know the tuition fees and other expenditures, prepare well for the entrance exams, apply to shortlisted universities, accept the offer letter from the desired university, apply for a student visa and get ready to jet off!

The best way to study abroad for free is to avail of full-funded scholarships or university grants. The fully-funded scholarships are typically awarded to students who excel in academics or extracurricular activities and cover their tuition fees, travel expenses, accommodation, and other living expenses.

How to study abroad for free?

To get an education loan for studying abroad, you need to have the admission offer letter from the university and fulfill the eligibility criteria for securing the loan. In order to get an education loan at the best rate of interest, seek guidance from a reputed study-abroad consultant.

How to get an education loan for studying abroad?

Choose to study abroad to leverage better learning opportunities, see the world, meet new people, boost your resume, develop a broader perspective, become culturally competent, and avail yourself of lucrative job opportunities globally.

How to go abroad for studies?

The best way to go abroad for studies is to get in touch with reputed study-abroad consultants. They can help you explore courses aligned with your academic interests, guide you in preparing for entrance exams, help you with university and student visa applications, and even provide post-arrival assistance.

Master In Sustainable Development Management

Overview

The Master in Sustainable Development Management (MSDM) at the Jeffrey Sachs Center aims to create a new generation of multidisciplinary practitioners adept at management and problem-solving using analytics and systems thinking guided by global concerns. The programme aims to equip students with necessary management skills and acumen to create innovative solutions to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It encompasses corporate sustainability strategies, social entrepreneurship, finance and sustainability, sustainable management and operations, as well as economics and development. This is built upon a broad knowledge base that covered critical areas like climate change, waste management, energy systems, agriculture and food systems, forestry, and biodiversity.

Students are not only exposed to theories and concepts but also real-world practices and case studies to gain a holistic understanding of the opportunities and challenges to achieving the SDGs in scientific, economic, business, and technological aspects.

Programme Structure

Students are required to complete 10 core courses, including Research Projects I & II, and 4 elective courses.

Core Courses

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Earth’s Climate System

Economics of Sustainability Management

Social Entrepreneurship and Development

Sustainable Management and Operations

Finance and Sustainability

Corporate Sustainability Strategies

Global Foundation Course: Introduction to Sustainable Development

Research Methods

Research Project I

Research Project II

Available Electives

Sustainable Waste Management

Energy Systems and Management

Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems

Sustainable Forestry

Biodiversity

Governance in Sustainable Development

Sustainable Economic Development

Smart Tech and IOT

Entry Requirements

Qualifications

Candidates should have either one of these qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) or its equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 out of 4.00, or equivalent from a recognised Institution of Higher Education, as accepted by the University’s Senate; or
A bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) with CGPA below 2.50 out of 4.00 or its equivalent qualifications can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years of working experience in a relevant field; or
Any other equivalent professional qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government.

English Language Requirement

International candidates should demonstrate English proficiency sufficient to meet the needs of the programme:

IELTS: 6.0 / CEFR: B2
TOEFL: PBT (550) or IBT (75)
Cambridge English (Advanced): 180 / CEFR: B2 or Cambridge English (Proficiency): 180 / CEFR: C1
PTE Academic: 50
Malaysian University English Test: Band 4

If a student does not meet this requirement, the HEP offers English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme. This is normally conducted through an English language proficiency assessment.

Documentations Needed for Application

Acceptance into the programme is by application and selection only. As part of your application, you will need to nominate two referees who are senior people acquainted with your work and who must provide a written comment on your academic and/or professional suitability to undertake the programme.

Download Application Form

Applicants will be required to submit the following documents:

Sunway University Postgraduate Application Form
A detailed CV
One (1) passport-sized photograph
A certified copy of each degree-level certificate
Certified copies of all degree-level transcripts
IELTS/TOEFL/PTE score report (if applicable)
Two letters of reference (academic and/or professional)
A personal statement of your interest in sustainable development and suitability for this programme