What is the GreenMBA?
Dominican University of California's GreenMBA is an engaged learning community that seeks to promote financial viability, ecological sustainability, and social justice in business and organizations of all types. Students graduate with practical skills and experience, prepared to innovate, communicate, and lead effectively in the face of global challenges.
We provide a culture of collaboration and innovation for those ready to take responsibility in a complex world that needs rethinking.
Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Dominican’s GreenMBA is an on-site program whose graduates receive a Master of Business Administration degree in Sustainable Enterprise. Students have a choice of two-year full-time and three-year part-time structures to accommodate life/work balance while pursuing the degree.
Skills/Curriculum
The GreenMBA curriculum integrates the stewardship of financial, human, and natural capital – beyond the triple bottom line - into a world-class program. Our collaborative, project-oriented approach integrates the development of entrepreneurial and intrapreneurial skills with critical thinking and leadership capacities. Our emphasis on systemic approaches to understanding complexity equip students to innovate and nurture resilience in organizations of all sizes.
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View our Curriculum section for course descriptions.
Community
The GreenMBA community is a diverse, multi-generational group with a rich variety of life experience and work backgrounds. We cultivate a sense of place and belonging, and our network extends beyond northern California to global partners and a broad array of organizations and individuals who share our common purpose. Community events for students, alumni, faculty, and guests promote cross-pollination of ideas and the expansion of personal and organizational networks. Small classes, transparent communication, faculty-mentors, and collaborative, project-oriented learning create a supportive, challenging environment.
- View our Community section to learn more about our faculty, students and alumni.
Transformation
Our guiding principle is: “Transform Yourself. Transform Business. Transform The World.” Program participants begin by exploring their beliefs, purpose, passion, and world view. Students acquire the tools to lead organizations to transcend ‘business as usual’ practices and adapt with a rapidly changing world.
- View our Learn More section for details about the program.
What people are saying about the GreenMBA
“It was a genuine pleasure to work with the Green MBA Team as they researched and designed the Maker Faire Alternative Transportation Plan. We were able to successfully institute this plan with the city and county departments and raise awareness in the process. The overall experience for our attendees improved greatly while reducing the impact the Maker Faire had on the environment. The professionalism, diligence and aptitude of the team was top notch and together we made a difference. This collaboration was an astounding success and our first benchmark goal was accomplished. A great appreciation to the students for a job well done! Thank you.”
