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Unit 6  |  Social Changes of Sustainable Development 134 CAREER FOCUS: CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY MANAGER Education: Corporate sustainability managers require a bachelor’s degree in a field such as sustainability, environmental management, environmental science, or business management. Many also have a graduate degree such as a Master of Business Administration (MBA), or a master’s degree in a sustainability-related field. Median Salary (2015): $102,690. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), sustainability managers come from diverse backgrounds, have different job titles, and perform a broad range of duties. Sustainability managers are responsible for developing and implementing an organization’s sustainability plans and presenting these plans to senior staff. They might also be responsible for ensuring that an organization is in compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations. Many sustainability managers rely on their public relations and communications skills to work with concerned citizens in local communities. Typical job duties include: ■■ Analyze the company’s sustainability challenges. ■■ Develop and implement a corporate sustainability strategy. ■■ Educate employees on company policies related to sustainability. ■■ Communicate with local government and residents about sustainability issues. For more information on this and other careers in Sustainability, go to bls.gov/oco/.