Sustainable Fashion Concentration
Concentration within the MS in Global Business & Sustainability
Concentration within the MS in Global Business & Sustainability
As one of the world's most resource-intensive sectors, the global fashion industry is at the epicenter of urgent environmental and social challenges. The Sustainable Fashion Concentration, integrated within the MS in Global Business & Sustainability, equips students with the strategic toolkit to navigate and lead this rapid industry transformation.
Through this specialization, students analyze the innovation, circular business models, and evolving regulatory landscapes that are reshaping the global footwear and apparel markets. Our curriculum bridges the gap between high-level ESG strategy and operational excellence. Through hands-on coursework and a final capstone project, students develop expertise in sustainability strategy, supply chain traceability, impact metrics, and circular business models designed to deliver measurable, real-world impact.
Led by industry pioneer Liz Pulos, former sustainability lead at Macy’s, Nike, and Converse and Alumni of a Master in Sustainable Fashion at IENYC, this concentration provides direct industry insights, applied research, and a powerful networking bridge between New York City’s fashion ecosystem and the global sustainable business landscape.
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Who is this sustainable fashion concentration for?
Who is this sustainable fashion concentration for?
This concentration is designed for those who want to build careers at the intersection of fashion, sustainability, and global business strategy. It is the ideal path for:
- Early-career professionals aiming to transition into high-growth roles within fashion ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), sustainability management, or corporate environmental strategy.
- Graduates in law, business, economics, or international relations who want to leverage their analytical background to enter the fashion industry as sustainability specialists.
- Experienced fashion professionals seeking to pivot into sustainability-focused functions, driving circularity and responsible innovation within their organizations.
- Future industry leaders looking to bridge the gap between global supply chain management and the green transition.
Note: No prior background in fashion is required; we provide the strategic frameworks necessary for your success.
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What makes this concentration stand out?
What makes this concentration stand out?
What will you learn?
What will you learn?
Through this concentration, you will gain practical frameworks to address today’s most urgent sustainability challenges in the global fashion industry. Our applied learning approach combines real-world case studies, collaborative group work, and a final capstone project focused on current business disruptions.
Strategic ESG frameworks: Learn to measure and report sustainability performance using global ESG standards.
Circular economy business models: Design resale, recycling, and reuse strategies that reduce waste and extend product lifecycle value.
Supply chain traceability: Identify and track social and environmental risks across global supply chains.
Industry transformation analysis: Explore how regulation, consumer behavior, and innovation are reshaping the fashion industry.
Sustainability strategy design: Build actionable sustainability strategies for real business contexts.
Where will this fashion sustainability concentration take you?
Where will this fashion sustainability concentration take you?
The Sustainable Fashion concentration prepares you for high-impact careers driving responsible transformation across the global fashion industry. Our graduates are positioned to:
- Lead in fashion business: join sustainability or strategy teams at global brands and retailers, contributing to responsible business models.
- Master ESG consulting: work in advisory roles, guiding organizations through supply chain transformation and sustainable innovation.
- Shape the global agenda: contribute to public policy, international organizations, and industry initiatives that define sustainability standards and regulation.
Strong and growing career opportunities
Strong and growing career opportunities
Did you know there is increasing demand for specialized roles across the fashion business and sustainability ecosystem? Here are key areas where our graduates excel:
