Events

Past Event

Master’s Program in Sustainability Management

January 14, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
America/New_York
Career Design Lab, 729 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10029 3rd Floor

The M.S. in Sustainability Management Information Session and Alumni Panel, hosted by Columbia University’s School of Professional Studies, is an event designed for current and aspiring sustainability leaders who wish to pursue a career in management at the intersection of business and the environment. The evening kicks off with an information session offering a deep dive into the program's curriculum, flexible formats, and distinguished faculty. This will be followed by an alumni panel featuring graduates who are driving real-world impact across industries, sharing how the program shaped their careers and perspectives on today’s most pressing sustainability challenges. To conclude, attendees are invited to a networking reception with faculty, alumni, admissions representatives, and fellow prospective students where they can ask questions, exchange ideas, and explore how this program—and the vibrant NYC-based community it’s rooted in—can support their next step in sustainability leadership.

Event Timeline: 

  • 6:00pm: Doors open
  • 6:30pm: Info Session begins with program overview and admissions information (led by Dr. Steve Cohen)
  • 7:00pm: Alumni Panel Discussion
  • 7:45pm: Networking reception
  • 8:30pm: Event concludes

Speakers/Presenters:

  • Steven Cohen, Ph.D. Senior Vice Dean, School of Professional Studies; Professor in the Practice of Public Affairs, School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University
  • Thomas Turnbull ‘24SPS, User Experience Engineer, Google
  • Sonali Singh ’23SPSSenior ESG & Sustainability Specialist, La-Z-Boy Inc. 
  • Emily Olin '25SPS, Manager, Corporate Responsibility & Non-Financial Reporting, META
  • Shaun Hoyte '16SPS, Head of Clean Energy Networks, Con Edison

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For event-related questions, please contact [email protected]

Contact Information

SUMA