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Getting Scholarships to Pay for Your Green MBA is Not as Hard as You Think – Part 1

Getting Scholarships to Pay for Your Green MBA is Not as Hard as You Think – Part 1

Many people would love to obtain a green MBA, but are put off by the high costs. This is the second in a series of post that explain how to get financial aid for attending a green MBA program. This post tells readers where to look for scholarships, fellowships, and other types of financial aid, as well as how to create a strategy that will dramatically increase their chances of success at winning not just one source of financial aid, but multiple sources. The first post, I Want a Green MBA, But How Do I Pay for It?, includes information on calculating the costs to attend; how to start cutting costs before you attend; how to get organized for the coming onslaught of admissions and financial aid activity;financial aid forms; and working with financial aid offices at the schools you are thinking about attending.

January 26 2010 | Posted in 1matter, 1sdn, Business Sustainabilty, Education and Training | Read More »

Veterans LEED Exam Costs Reimbursed

Veterans LEED Exam Costs Reimbursed

Veterans, eligible dependents, and reservists can seek up to $2,000 reimbursement for the cost of any LEED Professional Exams administered by the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI). Those interested in applying and learning more about the program and related certification benefits should view the VA’s pamphlet on licenses and certifications.

January 21 2010 | Posted in 1matter, 1sdn, Education and Training | Read More »

Apply to Be a 2010 Net Impact/EDF Climate Corps Fellow!

Apply to Be a 2010 Net Impact/EDF Climate Corps Fellow!

Trained MBA students from top business schools can now apply to become a 2010 Climate Corps fellow. The program embeds students in leading companies to develop practical, actionable energy efficiency plans. They spend up to three months identifying and analyzing savings opportunities. Application materials are due no later than 5:00pm PST on Monday, January 11, 2010.

December 21 2009 | Posted in Internships, Opportunities | Read More »

Internship Spotlight: Green Economy Post Virtual Assistant Content Editor Internships for Career Changers and New Grads (4)

Internship Spotlight: Green Economy Post Virtual Assistant Content Editor Internships for Career Changers and New Grads (4)

The Green Economy Post currently has four unpaid internship opening for Virtual Assistant Content Editors. The interns will work with The Green Economy Post’s Managing Producer to manage and create content for our website (www.greeneconomypost.com). The internship is designed to assist you with building your personal brand through blogging and enable you to network with green thought leaders, all while showcasing and increasing your expertise. A commitment of 10 hours per week is needed and all work can be done virtually. Internship days, hours and duration are flexible.

December 10 2009 | Posted in Internships | Read More »

I Want a Green MBA, But How Do I Pay For It?

I Want a Green MBA, But How Do I Pay For It?

Develop a comprehensive strategy for obtaining a green MBA without racking up a boat load of debt. Learn how to identify and win scholarships, fellowships, assistantships, grants, and other types of aid

December 10 2009 | Posted in 1matter, 1sdn, Education and Training | Read More »

Join The DOE Environmental Management Professional Development Corps

Join The DOE Environmental Management Professional Development Corps

The Department of Energy with the office of Environmental Management are looking for new graduate students for their spring 2010 EMPDC recruitment program from engineering, science and management field. Eligible participants will be trained under experts from Environmental Management Community and participants will carry out duties related to their work and will be posted in any location nationwide.

December 8 2009 | Posted in Education and Training | Read More »

First Four-Year Veterans Green Jobs Education Initiative Announced by Colorado State University

First Four-Year Veterans Green Jobs Education Initiative Announced by Colorado State University

Colorado State University and Veterans Green Jobs are working together to create the Veterans Green Jobs Education Initiative for the purpose of encouraging and enhancing opportunities for military veterans to attend the university, both at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Participants will work to receive degrees in the following areas: natural resources management, forestry and military lands management, green/sustainable construction, renewable energy technology and sustainable business development.

December 8 2009 | Posted in Education and Training | Read More »

The Top Schools Integrating Sustainability and CSR into MBA Programs Ranked by The Aspen Institute

The Top Schools Integrating Sustainability and CSR into MBA Programs Ranked by The Aspen Institute

As sustainability gains traction around globe, in society at large, well as in the business community, the demand for courses and programs focused on sustainability and social responsibility has increased dramatically; and business schools are stepping up to the plate. The Aspen Institute recently released the 2009-2010 edition of Beyond Grey Pinstripes, a biennial survey and popular alternative ranking of full-time MBA programs that integrate sustainability and social responsibility into the curriculum.This year, 149 business schools from 24 countries participated in the survey, up from 111 schools in 18 countries.

December 1 2009 | Posted in Education and Training | Read More »

Choosing the Right Green MBA Program For Career Success: 10 Key Factors to Consider

Choosing the Right Green MBA Program For Career Success: 10 Key Factors to Consider

Discover the 10 most important factors you should be using to select a green MBA program and how to use them to select the right program to put you on a successful career track.

November 23 2009 | Posted in 1matter, Education and Training | Read More »