Professional Master in Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
Master Degree
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Duration
1 year
Study Format
Hybrid
No. of Student Mentors
60
Total Tuition Fees
632,700 THB (Approx)
Free consultation for this program
We are ready to help you with your difficulties and processing.
Duration
1 year
Study Format
Hybrid
No. of Student Mentors
60
Total Tuition Fees
632,700 THB
Program
Key information
University
Program structure
Tuition fees
Admissions
Possible Career Pathway
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ABOUT THIS PROGRAM
PMESG aims to develop a new generation of ESG managers capable of tackling Environment, Social and Governance challenges posed by a rapidly changing global business environment, from a risk- management perspective. When launched in 2011, it was among the first professional qualifications in the region. Completely updated in 2023 in line with current discourse and best practice, PMESG is jointly offered with the Yunus Center at AIT.
PMESG graduates will emerge with a deeper understanding of the prevailing ESG context, an improved working knowledge of ESG frameworks and tools, practical experience of building ESG solutions relevant to their own work environment, and a global peer network, ready for leadership positions.
Delivery Mode
PMESG is designed for the regional mobile working professional. A module is offered every month, with classes on two consecutive weekends. Students benefit from AIT’s hybrid multi-modal teaching model that combines online and in-class instruction with extensive practical exposure.
KEY INFORMATION
Degree
Master
Language
English
Location
Pathum Thani
Intake Start Date
May 2025
Study Format
Hybrid
Duration
1 year
Program Highlight
Standard Program
Total Semester
2
Total Tuition Fees
632,700 THB (Approx) In Total
Application deadline
May 2025
ABOUT UNIVERSITY
Asian Institute of Technology, 58 Moo 9, Km. 42, Paholyothin Highway, Klong Luang, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand, Khlong Nueng, Pathum Thani 12120 Thailand
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The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) is an international English-speaking postgraduate institution, focusing on engineering, sustainability, and management studies. AIT’s rigorous academic, research, and experiential outreach programs prepare graduates for professional success and leadership roles in Asia and beyond.
Founded in 1959, AIT offers the opportunity to study at an institution in Asia which possesses a global reputation. Going forward, AIT will be stressing its global connections, injection of innovation into research and teaching, its relevance to industry, and its nurturing of entrepreneurship, while continuing to fulfill its social impact and capacity building role. Sitting on a beautiful green campus located just north of Bangkok, Thailand, AIT operates as a multicultural community where a cosmopolitan approach to living and learning is the rule. You will meet and study with people from all around the world.
Today, AIT’s internationally recognized engineering, environment, and management graduates are highly sought after by employers in their home countryand elsewhere. Across many walks of life in Asia, AIT alumni have distinguished themselves as CEO’s of private and state enterprises, as business owners, as well-respected researchers and faculty, and as senior university and government officials.
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Courses Offered
- Corporate Government,
- Fair Operating Practices & Regulations;
- ESG Value Chain Risk Management;
- Environmental Management & Climate Change;
- Social Enterprise,
- Community Investment & Enterprise-Led Development;
- HRM – Diversity & Inclusion; ESG Investing & Climate Finance;
- Innovation & Future of ESG; ESG Scenario Planning & Trend Analysis;
- ESG Practicum and Final Project
TUITION FEES
Tuition fees
632,700 THB (Approx) / In Total
Application fees
800 THB
Application fee cannot be refunded.
Available Scholarships
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ADMISSIONS PROCESS
To be eligible for admission to the regular Masters program, an applicant must:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree (normally from a four-year program), or its equivalent, in an appropriate field of study from an institution of good standing acceptable to AIT;
- Have undergraduate grades significantly above average.
- The minimum GPA requirement for admission to the Masters Program is 2.75 or equivalent, at the Bachelor degree level;
- English Proficiency Requirement: AIT-EET:6 or IELTS- Academic:6 (writing 6) or TOEFL Paper: 550 (writing 59-61) or TOEFL CBT: 213 (writing 25-26): TOEFL IBT: 80 (writing 21-23);
- For the PM degree program, in addition to the above-mentioned eligibility requirements, an applicant must: have at least 3 years of work experience in areas related to the academic program at AIT and be executives in organizations/companies.
- Be in satisfactory physical and mental health.
- Satisfy English requirements by AIT.
Possible Career Pathway
A graduate with a Professional Master in Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) is well-equipped to pursue careers in ESG consultancy, corporate sustainability management, responsible investment, and regulatory compliance. The program's focus on ESG value chain risk management, climate finance, and diversity & inclusion prepares graduates to lead in shaping sustainable business practices. Roles in social enterprise, environmental management, and ESG investing are also viable, as graduates bring expertise in integrating ESG principles into business strategies and decision-making processes across various industries.
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FAQs
Question :
Can I apply to two Academic Programs at the same time?
Answer :
No. You can only apply to one academic program at any time.
Question :
Do you have academic exchange programs and scholarships for those?
Answer :
2 Year Master’s Degree students normally study for 22 months (enrolled in August Intake) and 24 months (enrolled in January Intake) which includes four semesters, two short breaks and one long break between semesters. Doctoral students study for at least 42 months or seven semesters. 1-year Master, Professional Master Program and the Diploma Programs are at least 12 months or two semesters and the Certificate Program is 5 months or one semester.
Question :
What are Unified programs?
Answer :
Unified Programs integrate undergraduate studies with graduate studies into a seamless “Unified” program. For example, undergraduate students may join AIT in their final year to complete their undergraduate degree and at the same time start their Master program at AIT. AIT has several Unified programs with partner universities managed by Office of Special Degree Program.
Question :
What is the AIT English Entry Test (AIT-EET)?
Answer :
The Language Center (LC) offers a 90-minute in-house test of English proficiency called the AIT English Entry Test (EET). The score is based on a nine-point scale similar to the IELTS test. The Writing score, which is the most important at AIT, is based on an essay. The test result will be e-mailed within 7 days. The LC will report the test result to the AIT Admissions only if the score is satisfactory for provisional admission. If applicants fail to obtain the minimum score requirements for admission, they may take the test again.
Question :
Will you waive my admission interviews since I was admitted last year but chose not to register?
Answer :
No. As the application assessment varies from each intake, your application in the next intake must be as competitive as those with others applying in that same intake.
Question :
Do I need to apply for the scholarships listed on the website?
Answer :
You do not need to apply separately for the scholarships. Once you have submitted the application online, your will be automatically considered for all scholarships for which the deadline has not expired and for which you are eligible. The type and amount of scholarship given to applicants is on a competitive basis with the main criteria of academic standing. Should you wish to be considered for full scholarships, you must submit an Official English score of 6 including writing and overall that is not older than 2 years.
Question :
How much is the application processing fee?
Answer :
The processing fee is Baht 800 or US$25.
Question :
If I apply and accepted this intake, can I defer to the next intake with the same condition?
Answer :
Yes, you can defer your entry until the next academic semester. However, the financial conditions of the admission may change depending on the competitive assessment for the next semester. You are also required to pay the application processing fee to reactivate your admission.
Question :
When is the school intake and the application deadline?
Answer :
The AIT academic year consists of two semesters: January and August for School of Engineering and Technology (SET) and School of Environment Resources and Development (SERD).