The Center for Leadership in Global Sustainability, Virginia Tech

Serving students since 2010, the Center for Leadership in Global Sustainability is housed within Virginia Tech’s College of Natural Resources and Environment and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. Virginia Tech’s educational capabilities are globally respected, and students are ensured a quality educational experience with our fully accredited university. 

The Master of Natural Resources (MNR) degree is designed for working professionals aiming to advance their careers or shift to leadership roles in the environmental and sustainability fields or functions. 

Our interdisciplinary graduate education programs equip current and aspiring environmental and sustainability professionals with the competencies, connections, and confidence to become more effective leaders, now and in the future.

Subjects of Study:

Climate Change and Resiliency

Energy Systems

Food and Agriculture

Water and Watersheds

Poverty and Development

Urbanization and Sustainable Cities

Circular Economy and Sustainable Business

Market and Governance Transformations

Global Flows and Supply Chains

Biodiversity and Ecosystems

Delivered through two flexible programs—Executive (in-person/online hybrid) and Online—our innovative instruction allows you to immediately apply what you learn to real-world challenges.

Flexible Formats: 

Diverse undergrad majors welcomed

Graduate in as few as 12 months

30-credit, non-thesis degree

10-day overseas Global Study 

No GRE required

Environmental science background is not required

Admission decisions are based on both academic and professional experience

No additional cost for out-of-state or international students

Executive program meets one weekend a month in the Washington, D.C. metro area

A graduate degree from a widely respected and fully accredited university like Virginia Tech can lead to new rewarding career opportunities, whether you are looking to step up or pivot. To help chart career trajectories, all of our students receive personalized career coaching.