The global labor market is changing rapidly, driven by technology, sustainability and the green transition. According to the World Economic Forum's report The Future of Jobs Report 2025, climate change adaptation will generate five million jobs by 2030, while renewable energy and sustainability are among the fastest growing areas. Skills core topic in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and environmental management are required, along with creativity, adaptability and leadership. This sustainable approach redefines business strategies and creates opportunities for those leading this change.
REASONS
Why study the Master's Degree:
Demand for professionals trained in sustainability
According to the World Economic Forum 's report Future of Jobs Report (2023) , sustainability specialists will be the second most in-demand by 2027.
Regulatory demands
In 2021 there were close to 500 hard law and soft law regulatory initiatives at subject ESG, up from just over 20 in 2011. This implies a demand for professionals capable of helping companies and institutions meet the new requirements.
Demand for financing and investment
There is a growing movement among funders and investors to channel investments towards sustainable Economics . By June 2022, one out of every two euros of investment was made with ESG criteria, driven by regulations such as the taxonomy
Demands of citizens, society and global institutions.
Nearly 50% of the Western population is demanding more sustainable products and services, more responsible behavior from companies and countries, and care for the environment.
The multidisciplinary nature of the program and the diverse profile of the students will enrich the learning in the classroom and in the implementation of internship projects. Tackling problems from different perspectives will help a better understanding of the real needs of management and reporting in the field of sustainability of companies and institutions and their solutions.
Professional projection
Companies are demanding these new profiles that translate into professional opportunities for our graduates. According to report World Economic Forum' s Future of Jobs Report (2023) , sustainability specialists will be the second most in demand until 2027; and for the Global Green Skills Report 2022 report published by LinkedIn, the hiring of "green talent" increased from 9.6% in 2015 to 13.3% in 2021 (representing a growth rate of 38.5%). As if this were not enough, DIRSE, the Spanish association of Sustainability Managers (ASG), provides another important fact: while in 2013 there were only 3 weekly work offers in this field, in 2023, the average number of positions in demand per week exceeds 70.
The partnership with the companies is core topic for the success of the program and the achievement of the learning objectives. Guest lecturers in the different modules are stakeholders core topic from the point of view of employment, program recognition and even research.
Students will gain the basic scientific knowledge on all dimensions of sustainability (Environmental, Social and Governance) and acquire the necessary skills to use them in the management of sustainability responsibilities of companies and institutions.
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The professions you should go into if you want insured work in 2024, according to LinkedIn
According to the LinkedIn Skill Report 2025, companies are increasingly demanding workers with green skills linked to sustainability, the environment, and the fight against climate change. In the case of the Economics , these workers are being hired at a rate 48% higher than that of workers as a whole, a trend that has continued to grow over the last two years.
On a global scale, this demand is creating a gap in the labor market, as hiring for green profiles has grown almost twice as fast as the issue professionals with these skills (8% versus 4%). Furthermore, companies are not only seeking these skills for specific sustainability roles, but also as cross-cutting skills that are increasingly necessary in a wide variety of professional sectors.
The World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2025 points out that the global labor market is being redefined by the convergence of major macro trends: technological transformation, the green transition, and the growing demand for sustainable solutions. By 2030, these changes are expected to drive the creation of approximately 170 million new jobs, while 92 million will disappear, resulting in a net gain of around 78 million work worldwide.
The ecological transition opens up job opportunities linked to climate change mitigation and adaptation, clean management , the design sustainable business models, and environmental assessment . These skills are combined with technological abilities and core topic human capabilities core topic critical thinking, resilience, creativity, and continuous learning.
From a governance perspective, the rapid transformation of employment profiles capable of leading organizational change, integrating sustainability into corporate strategy, and managing complex global risks. This drives employment opportunities consultancy service , compliance, reporting, and sustainability auditing, as well as in management of environmental and social risks.
More than 59% of the workforce will need training , positioning Education and specialized Education as a strategic factor in accessing these new roles.
Do you want more reasons?
The University of Navarra stands out as a leader in employability (first in Spain, 80th in the world), thanks to its commitment to academic excellence and its international vision. What further distinguishes it is its innovative approach : the unique combination of cutting-edge research and the active participation of professionals in the Master's Degree programs. This synergy between theory and internship provides students with a comprehensive training and enables them to apply knowledge in real environments. Specifically, the School in Economics is a benchmark that not only trains experts in Economics and business, but also professionals prepared to excel in the global workplace.
THE POWER OF NETWORKING
In our institution, the connection goes beyond the classroom. We have outstanding professionals in the sector as professors, we create a space educational enriched by active networking, this translates into job and learning opportunities.
CONNECTING ACADEMIA AND BUSINESS
The Careers Office promotes the professional development of the students. We work for a successful employment rate , in all sectors, meeting the needs of companies and students.
ACCESSIBLE TO ALL
We work to ensure that no student with the ability to study does not stop coming to study for economic reasons. We offer personalized economic advice and seek to optimize resources to make our training equally accessible to all.
THE CENTER OF TRAINING IS YOU
At the University of Navarra you can always count on advisor staff to help you learn and develop skills for a successful career. We guide your growth based on your preferences and skills.