THE MASTER PROGRAMME CLIMATE AND INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS prepares a new type of specialists with interdisciplinary knowledge about climate change and international business and opportunities for careers in the economic and financial sectors, as well as in the state administration and non-governmental sector.

The Master degree includes courses from various fields of knowledge, including climate and climate change, legal regulation of the fight for climate change in the EU, international climate finance, decarbonization and carbon trading, corporate sustainability (including business models and disclosure), international business operations and climate change, and climate change and project finance. A logical transition to disciplines with an applied orientation is the group of disciplines in "Specialized Training." They include digitization and climate change; ISO standards, IAS and corporate sustainability standards, and carbon accounting; and social dimensions of climate change.

Graduates of the "Climate and International Business" master degree possess knowledge, skills, and competencies that correspond to the National Qualification Framework of the Republic of Bulgaria (Level 7) and the European Reference Framework of Key Competences for Lifelong Learning. In parallel, they acquire new knowledge corresponding to the new strategic directions of development of the national and economic, social, and political systems.

What You'll Learn

This cutting-edge programme equips you with interdisciplinary expertise at the intersection of climate change and global business. You’ll delve into:

• Climate Science & Policy: Climate systems, global warming trends, and the legal frameworks driving EU climate action.

• Green Finance & Decarbonization: Climate financing mechanisms, carbon trading schemes, and investment strategies for a low-carbon economy.

• Sustainable Business & ESG Reporting: Corporate sustainability strategies, green business models, and international standards (ISO, IAS) for environmental disclosure.

• International Business Practice: Merging climate considerations with international trade, corporate strategy, and project finance.

• Specialized Applied Studies: Industry best practices in climate-tech, digitization, carbon accounting, and the social aspects of environmental change. 

Who Should Apply

Ideal for dynamic professionals ready to lead in:

• Environmental and financial sectors

• International corporations and consulting firms

• Public administration focused on climate policy

• NGOs and sustainability-focused organizations

Graduates gain:

• Practical knowledge aligned with both Bulgarian Level 7 and European qualification frameworks.

• Skills to transform regulatory demands into strategic advantages—making sustainability a driver of profitability.

• Eligibility for roles such as Climate Risk Analyst, Sustainable Project Finance Manager, Corporate Sustainability Officer, or Green Business Consultant.

Programme Highlights

• Hands-on Modules: Focused training in carbon accounting, ISO/IAS standards, digitization and sustainable reporting.

• Expert Faculty & Guest Speakers: Insights from leading voices in climate finance, international business, and public policy.

• Integrated Learning Approach: Theoretical foundations paired with real-world business cases and problem-solving sessions.

• Networking & Career Opportunities: Connect with alumni working in top global firms, NGOs, and government bodies.

Why Choose UNWE?

Based in the heart of Sofia, UNWE is Bulgaria’s top public institution in economics and social sciences. The Climate & International Business programme stands out with its:

1. Unique curriculum, tailored for leaders ready to reshape global business through sustainability.

2. Strong alignment with EU goals, ensuring graduates are future-ready for international roles.

3. Emphasis on practical, interdisciplinary training, combining climate science, law, finance, and business.

4. A launchpad into emerging meteor-driven sectors—like green finance, ESG consulting, and emission trading.

By completing this programme, you will emerge as a green business strategist, capable of:

• Translating legal and environmental pressures into smart business strategies

• Leading integration of sustainability into international operations

• Influencing policy, finance, and corporate decision-making for a climate-resilient future

If you’re driven to shape a sustainable global economy and steer businesses toward greener horizons, the Climate & International Business MSc at UNWE is your next step.

See the Master program COURSE CURRICULUM 

How to Apply

For full application info—deadlines, admissions criteria, documents—please visit the UNWE master’s admissions portal at: magistri.unwe.bg

In case you have any other questions, please contact the Department of International Economic Relations and Business at e-mail: [email protected]