Waterloo,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Sustainability Management in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo
University of Waterloo
|
Waterloo Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
22,188
(c. USD15,925.35)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The PhD in Sustainability Management equips aspiring sustainability leaders with comprehensive research capabilities, managerial techniques, strategic frameworks, and operational methodologies to achieve sustainable results across corporate, governmental, and nonprofit sectors. This program advances scholarly understanding by creating innovative approaches, frameworks, models, and instruments for sustainability leadership. Participants train for professional opportunities in academic institutions, policy-making circles, and corporate research roles. Alumni are qualified for diverse career trajectories within and beyond higher education, spanning public sector roles, corporate positions, and nonprofit engagements. Specialized career workshops help participants translate academic expertise into practical competencies for non-academic professions. Typically, students finish this four-year doctoral program.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
A Master's degree with distinction (typically an overall average of at least 80%, or equivalent).
Facility with research methods is expected, whether through the presentation of specific graduate courses or original research at the graduate level.
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Supplementary information form (SIF)
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Three academic references are required unless a professional reference is specified
Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
TOEFL 100 (writing 26, speaking 26), IELTS 7.5 (writing 7.0, speaking 7.0)
Facility with research methods is expected, whether through the presentation of specific graduate courses or original research at the graduate level.
Supervisors
Review the finding a supervisor resources
Resume
Supplementary information form (SIF)
The SIF contains questions specific to your program, typically about why you want to enrol and your experience in that field. Review the application documents web page for more information about this requirement
If a statement or letter is required by your program, review the writing your personal statement resources for helpful tips and tricks on completion
Transcript(s)
References
Three academic references are required unless a professional reference is specified
Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
TOEFL 100 (writing 26, speaking 26), IELTS 7.5 (writing 7.0, speaking 7.0)
Tuition
CAD
22,188