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ESG@Ross

ESG@Ross

Michigan Ross students can now learn to confidently navigate a rapidly changing business world with a strong foundation in the environment, social impact, and corporate governance. And we are one of the first business schools in the country to offer an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Concentration.

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Three Parts of ESG@Ross

Learn more about how we welcome students from across U-M and at Ross to engage with ESG measurement and experience.

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ESG Concentration

Students who choose to participate in the ESG Concentration with their MBA should complete each of these required Foundational Courses (offered every Fall) along with their electives:

  • STRAT 564/EAS 512 – Strategies for Sustainable Development I (1.5 credit hours)
  • STRAT 565/EAS 513 – Strategies for Sustainable Development II (1.5 credit hours)
  • STRAT 615 – Equity Analytics (2.25 credit hours)
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ESG Design Challenge

Offered from mid-October to early February, this new case competition is hosted by the Erb Institute, Business+Impact, and the Alliance for Responsible Capitalism.

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ESG Workshops & Events

The ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Workshop Series is designed to educate and engage students on key sustainability and ethical considerations in business and investment practices. Through a series of interactive sessions, the workshops will cover a range of topics, including reporting and regulatory frameworks, data providers, and the impact of ESG factors on financial performance and risk management.