Designed for individuals seeking to make a real impact, our series of sustainability courses empower you at every stage in your journey. Fundamentals of Sustainability provides essential knowledge for immediate personal and professional change, while Applied Sustainability elevates professionals to address industry-specific challenges. From understanding global goals to implementing advanced sustainability solutions, these courses are your keys to driving meaningful change in a world that demands it. Join us, and let's shape a greener and more sustainable future together.
Fundamentals of Sustainability
$299
Online, Asynchronous
15 hours to complete
3 weeks at 5 hours per week
Digital Badge
Certificate, 1.5 CEUs
Apr 22-May 12
Fundamentals of Sustainability is your gateway to understanding the impact of everyday decisions on the environment and social justice. This comprehensive course equips you with simple tools, systems, and strategies to make informed choices, fostering immediate positive change in both personal and professional spheres.
Learning Outcomes:
- Recognize key concepts for positive environmental and social justice impacts.
- Evaluate sustainability and transparency in products and services.
- Apply practical sustainability tools to break down complex problems.
Benchmark your knowledge of sustainability concepts, starting with a quiz around your home. Lay the foundation for your sustainability journey with insightful videos and readings.
Explore the driving forces behind sustainable behavior, dissecting how it manifests in products. Uncover the truth about sustainability, making informed decisions both personally and professionally.
Delve into the transition to an environmental and social justice-centered operating model. Learn the principles of Circular and Restorative models, applying systems thinking tools to drive positive change for the next generations.
Applied Sustainability
Early registration $549 until 9/8, then $579
Online, Asynchronous
25 hours to complete
5 weeks at 5 hours per week
Digital Badge
Certificate, 2.5 CEUs
Oct 7-Nov 10
Applied Sustainability is your advanced exploration into the world of sustainability, tailored to your chosen industry. Designed for professionals ready to deepen their understanding, this course employs advanced tools and methodologies for innovative problem-solving and sustainable solutions.
Prerequisite:
Completion of Fundamentals of Sustainability from Continuing Education or equivalent base knowledge in area.
Learning Outcomes:
- Recognize issues and options for positive change globally and locally.
- Apply a diverse set of sustainability tools for complex problem-solving.
- Recommend courses of action based on systems thinking for innovation and lasting positive change.
Navigate the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to think globally and act locally. Explore opportunities for post-pandemic recovery, aligning industry efforts with global sustainability goals.
Dive into the Circular and Restorative/Regenerative models for sustainability. Review concepts from Fundamentals of Sustainability and apply a holistic approach to problem-solving using systems thinking methodologies.
Break the misconception that sustainability requires starting from scratch. Discover how your existing efforts may already align with sustainability goals. Utilize the Mentoring Forum to fine-tune language and processes for greater sustainability inclusivity.