MA in Sustainable Development: Advocacy, Leadership, and Social Change
School for International Training
Date Posted: Feb. 25, 2016
Submitted by: Monika Urbanski
Sustainability Topic:
Curriculum
Content Type:
Academic Programs
Discipline:
International & Global Studies
Tags:
advocacy,
leadership
Program Type: Master's Degree
Distance: Local Only
Commitment: Full-Time
Description
SIT’s Master of Arts in Sustainable Development: Advocacy, Leadership, and Social Change program prepares graduates for positions in organizations working toward a more equitable and sustainable use of the world’s wealth and natural resources. The program emphasizes the importance of civil society actors and institutions, including NGOs, community programs, social movements, coalitions, and faith-based organizations. Vermont is at the forefront of sustainable development initiatives in the US, and students in the program are able to connect with local communities and relevant organizations, including those led by SIT alumni.