sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion
Shaping the Future Together and Taking Responsibility!
Our Mission: Education that makes an impact. Personal. Societal. Global.
At CBS University of Applied Sciences, we see education as the key to a more just, sustainable, and diverse society. Our responsibility as a university goes far beyond academic excellence: We create spaces for social change, individual development, and collective action.
Sustainability as a Lived Commitment
For us, sustainability is not a trend but a mindset. Whether through climate-conscious campus design, sustainable academic content, or innovative projects – we promote sustainable thinking and action across all areas. Our professor, Prof. Dr. Wulf-Peter Schmidt, who also developed the Master’s program in Sustainability Management at CBS, sums it up:
“Sustainability is a cross-cutting issue – just like quality. Both must be embraced and implemented by everyone. Just as quality isn’t created solely in the quality department, sustainability must not only reside in sustainability departments but be an integral part of all business areas, models, and strategies. Only then can we effectively harness the opportunities of sustainability and adequately respond to the urgent transformative challenge. That’s why aspects of sustainability are integrated into many courses at CBS – not just the ones labeled ‘sustainability’.”
Diversity & Inclusion
At CBS University of Applied Sciences, people from diverse backgrounds, life paths, and perspectives come together – and that’s exactly what makes us strong. Our vision Creating Tomorrow is more than just a guiding principle: it reflects our shared commitment to actively shaping the world of tomorrow – inclusively, equitably, and justly.
As a university with over 4,000 students from more than 75 nations, we live and breathe diversity every day. For us, diversity is not an add-on, but a core part of who we are – on all our campuses and beyond. We create spaces where everyone can develop their strengths, regardless of gender, background, beliefs, identity, or physical abilities.
Inclusion Begins in Studies – and Extends into Society
Structurally Anchored: Gender Equality & Diversity Management
A Visible Commitment: "Charta der Vielfalt"
Diversity Management – More Than Just a Buzzword
We’re on the Right Path – and We Welcome Your Engagement
the Diversity & Inclusion committee
At CBS University of Applied Sciences, we see diversity as a key strength in a future-oriented educational landscape.
The Diversity & Inclusion Committee at CBS is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and safe environment – for all individuals who study, teach, or work at our campuses.
This interdisciplinary team – made up of professors, deans, administrative staff, and students – brings together expertise and perspectives from across the university.
Together, we develop events, projects, and strategies on topics such as gender equality, LGBTQIA+, anti-racism, and other aspects of societal diversity. Past initiatives have included a panel on LGBTQIA+ rights in the workplace and discussion formats addressing experiences with racism in the context of Black Lives Matter.
In addition, the committee regularly develops concepts to further advance diversity, equality, and inclusion at a structural level. All members of the CBS community are warmly invited to contribute ideas and get involved – because an inclusive university life can only succeed together.
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