Appalachian State University
Management (BSBA) - Sustainable Business
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Location
Boone campus
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Help create a green business world.
The demand for leaders with a background in sustainable business — an ever-expanding field — is increasing. Organizations and consumers alike continue to demand business practices that maintain the Earth’s environment for our planet’s future and ensure ethical, stable social systems that support human prosperity.
With App State’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) in Management - Sustainable Business, you will learn how to practice business in ways that prioritize economic, environmental and social thriving and prosperity.
With the skills you acquire in this program, you will enter the workforce ready to increase resource efficiency to reduce costs and protect the environment, make ethical business decisions that support thriving communities, improve your company’s brand image and more.
As a Walker College of Business student, you’ll have access to Business Careers Services, where you can build career skills through professional and leadership development training. This resource provides career coaching, resume reviews, coursework, events, networking opportunities and more.
App State’s Walker College of Business is accredited by AACSB International, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. This distinction is held by fewer than 6% of all business schools.
A ‘Best College’ for 2025
The Princeton Review named App State among the best schools in the U.S. and Southeast for 2025.
Top 3 in innovation, undergraduate teaching
U.S. News & World Report has recognized App State as a top three school for innovation and the high quality of its undergraduate instruction for eight consecutive years.
A ‘Best College’ for value
App State’s quality, affordability and student outcomes place it among the nation’s 2024 best schools for value, according to Money.com
Elevate Your Education
Courses
Minors
A minor is not required. However, popular choices are Entrepreneurship, Human Resource Management and Sustainable Business.
Transferring Credits
Learn about App State’s credit transfer process, and use our Transfer Equivalency Course Search tool to determine how your courses may transfer to App State.
General Education
With courses in history, natural and social sciences and humanities, App State’s General Education Program will reshape your outlook on learning and provide a foundational skill set that will prepare you for any career.
Accelerated Master’s
You can begin your graduate studies as an undergraduate and earn your master’s degree in as little as one year.
Careers
Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go! Our passionate and engaged alumni become leaders in their communities and chosen professions.
Careers
- ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Analyst
- Principal Controls Analyst (ESG)
- ESG Program Manager
- ESG Reporting Analyst in Finance
- Community Solar Senior Program Manager
- Senior Consultant, ESG Impact and Post-Investment Value Creation
- Manager, Data and Process Improvement Corporate ESG and Sustainability
- Senior Manager, Content Creation Lead for Consumer Goods and Retail and ESG
- Head of People and Culture
- Global ESG Specialist
- Results Measurement Analyst - Sustainability and ESG
- Consultant - ESG Transactions and Sustainable Finance
- ESG Packaging Analyst
- Compliance and Reporting Analyst (ESG)
- Project Manager, Corporate Dairy Partnerships
- ESG Internal Auditor
- Biodiversity and Sustainability Specialist
- Sustainability Business Analyst
- Sustainability Consultant
- Sustainability Program Manager
- Energy Program Manager
- Business Unit Sustainability Leader
- Environmental Solutions Manager or Executive
- Workplace Sustainability Manager
- Sustainability and ESG Executive
- Chief Sustainability Officer
- Circular Economy Specialist
- Purchasing Agent
- Quality Control Auditor
- Nonprofit/Nongovernmental Organization Manager
- Sales Manager
- Transportation Director
Some of these roles may require education beyond a bachelor’s degree.
Career information resource
App State’s Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.
More to Explore at App State
Fund Your Education
Numerous scholarship and financial aid opportunities are available to help fund your App State education. Learn more about scholarships and financial aid.
International Experience
Work outside your cultural boundaries. Learn more.
Real-world Internships
Gain firsthand experience while earning your degree. Learn more
Find Your Community
Get inspired and get involved by joining App State clubs and organizations, such as management fraternity Sigma Iota Epsilon. Learn more
Honors College
Develop high-level creative thinking and research skills. Learn more and check out the Walker College honors program.
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