Leading with Numbers

This program is designed for professionals seeking to integrate numerical precision with sustainable business strategies. From understanding sustainable business models and finance to honing performance and operational excellence, this program furnishes you with the expertise to lead confidently and make a tangible impact.

Learn to translate sustainability aspirations into tangible business models with evident financial advantages, navigating the intricate terrain of sustainable finance, and proficiently measuring and managing organizational performance.

Format

Online / Remote

100% Online

Next intake

26th of May 2025

Application deadline

19th of May 2025

Tuition

€1,950

Tuition

€1,950

Duration

3 months

Credits

15 ECTS

Language

English

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*Based on extended payment plan & reductions.

Language

English

Accreditation

State-recognized

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Your Tutors & Mentors

Leaders with extensive knowledge in their fields will be working with you to help you grow and achieve your goals.

Maren Kropfeld

Program Director & Professor of Sustainability

Dr. Maren Ingrid Kropfeld is a Professor of Sustainability & Entrepreneurship and Program Director for the Impact MBA at Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences. With a Ph.D. in Sustainable Business Models and Consumption Practices, Maren is an ardent sustainability advocate, wholeheartedly fostering collaboration and inspiration for sustainable impact. Her research centers on sufficiency-oriented business models, sustainable consumer practices, business model innovation for sustainability, and post-growth business models. As a seasoned sustainability consultant, she has honed her skills in crafting sustainability strategies and viable business solutions across diverse sectors. Maren's unwavering commitment lies in uniting industry, politics, non-profits, and academia to drive socio-ecological transformation collectively.

Maren Kropfeld

Program Director & Professor of Sustainability

Maren Kropfeld

Program Director & Professor of Sustainability

Use climate sciences to evaluate sustainable actions and policies

This 3-month program is tailored to meet the diverse needs of professionals such as;

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Sustainability managers seeking to go beyond carbon accounting and implement environmental initiatives with impact

Entrepreneurs aiming to develop science-based solutions which create environmental impact

NGO managers who wish to improve the impact of their organization by incorporating science and nature-based solutions

Environmental scientists looking to translate their understanding of natural systems into impactful solutions

Your Curriculum

Each Certificate Program comprises three interrelated challenges, equipping you with unique competencies to conquer current and future hurdles.

Challenge #1

Sustainable Business Modeling

This course will deepen your understanding of impact-driven business models. You will gain essential tools create innovative and environmentally conscious business models that drive long-term success while minimizing environmental impact. You will explore the origins, concepts, and typologies of sustainable business models, and delve into the drivers, barriers, and implications such organizations encounter.

Challenge #2

Sustainable Finance & Impact Accounting

Delve into the critical intersection of finance, sustainability, and impact accounting, equipping you with essential skills to measure and report on the efficiency and effectiveness of your sustainability actions. You will acquire skills in ESG-accounting and investments, explore regulatory frameworks, perform materiality and climate risk assessment, and learn the most important standards for impact measurement.

Challenge #3

Applied Performance & Operational Excellence

Explore the significance of operational excellence and meaningful metric evaluation in this challenge, which centers on performance measurement & growth management methods like OKRs and KPIs. You will explore the alignment between strategy, structure, and culture, delving into the essence of organizational performance and its measurement.

What you’ll learn

Upon completion, participants will able to:

Sustainable business modeling

Master the principles of sustainable business models business model innovation. Identify drivers implications of such models to assess their viability.

Sustainable financial resources

Understand the EU Taxonomy other regulatory frameworks shaping sustainable finance. Apply financial literacy and accounting principles tailored to sustainability considerations.

Impact measurement

Implement robust impact measurement reporting systems to demonstrate progress attract responsible investors.

Manage organizational performance

Learn to define track meaningful metrics that capture progress towards both financial sustainability goals. Develop a data-driven approach to operational excellence that prioritizes environmental social impact alongside profitability.

Get The Skills You Need In 3 Steps

Our Impact Certificates are a great way to up-skill in just 3 months. You also gain access to the global ToU community as well as lots of events, workshops, networking opportunities. In the end you’ll earn a certificate and credits that can be applied towards a full degree,.

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Sign-up on Tomorrow University’s App for free

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Long-term vision, short-term results

In just ten weeks, you will learn 21st-century competencies that will not only help you accelerate your professional success but also your impact. Your community is filled with individuals from around the world with diverse backgrounds and expertise.

Enroll now to reserve your spot. Our Admissions Team will reach out to you shortly after.

duration

9 weeks

weekly load

10h

limited cohort

25 people

fees

€1,950

transferrable ects

15 ETCS

26th of May 2025

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Discover Why Learners Love Us

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Personalized Learning

We help you identify your mission and shape your learning around what drives you, allowing you to build the skills and expertise you need to make an impact.

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No Exams, 100% Practical

Instead of traditional exams, collaborate on projects with industry partners to solve real-world challenges and gain practical experience..

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Supportive Community

Enjoy a fully integrated online learning environment where you can easily engage with our community, and connect through virtual and in-person events.

No Exams, Challenge-Based Learning

Instead of traditional exams and fictitious projects, you’ll work on hands-on projects with industry partners to solve real-world challenges and gain practical experience.

Remote, but Globally Connected

Enjoy a fully integrated online learning environment where you're never studying in isolation. Engage with fellow learners, collaborative projects, and connect through virtual and in-person events.

Personalized Learning for Real-World Impact

Our curriculum allows you to tailor your learning with countless electives and real-world projects that allow you to apply your knowledge & skills to create meaningful change in areas that matter most to you.

In-Person Meetups & City hubs

To facilitate real-life connections, we've established local city hubs where learners can gather for in-person exchanges, meetings and events.

Throughout the year we also organize regional meetups, workshops, and conferences offering opportunities for learners to connect, network, and build relationships.

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Advance Your Career While Building a Better Future

Our mission is to make your education rewarding, meaningful, and deeply connected to what matters most to you.

Upskill for Tomorrow’s Challenges, Today

Equip yourself with practical, specialist knowledge to lead in a rapidly evolving world.

Future-Ready Skills for Real Impact

Learn the tools to innovate, lead, and create lasting change in today’s most critical fields.

Fast-Track Your Career with Purpose-Driven Learning

Master in-demand skills through hands-on projects and global networking opportunities.

"An inspiring mindset coupled with the idea of challenge-based learning and working on exciting projects with great people from different countries from various professional backgrounds convinced me to go on this journey with Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences.

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"I love the learning experience at Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences because it is built on digital education combined with actionable and practicalchallenges."

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“I'm 100% sure that I will remember ToU as the university which allowed me to gain direction first, and then learn the skills needed.”

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