CAM Business Sustainability Management
Online
DURATION
8 Weeks
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
USD 2,868
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Key Summary
Introduction
Learn to argue the business case for sustainability, develop integrated sustainability strategies, and implement them throughout your sphere of influence.
As awareness of climate change, resource scarcity, pollution, and social inequality rises, businesses and governments are being held increasingly responsible. There is a need to promote sustainable development and champion positive change. By taking this Business Sustainability Management online short course, you’ll gain the insights needed to become that change and set yourself up for success.
Learn to develop and motivate an action plan for sustainable business practices and consider corporate sustainability in your organization, guided by the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL), a globally influential institute developing leadership and solutions for a sustainable economy.1 By addressing the challenges of implementation in both public and private sectors, you’ll develop the skills to overcome them and seize the opportunities associated with creating a sustainable business. Adapt to growing global concerns and shifting landscapes and lead to positive change throughout your sphere of influence.
1CISL (October 2018).
This course is certified by the United Kingdom CPD Certification Service and may be applicable to individuals who are members of, or are associated with, UK-based professional bodies. The course has an estimated 100 hours of learning.
Note: should you wish to claim CPD activity, the onus is upon you. CISL and GetSmarter accept no responsibility, and cannot be held responsible, for the claiming or validation of hours or points.
About the certificate
Study business sustainability management and earn a certificate of completion from the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership.
Assessment is continuous and based on a series of practical assignments completed online. In order to be issued with a certificate, you’ll need to meet the requirements outlined in the course handbook. The handbook will be made available to you as soon as you begin the course.
Your certificate will be issued in your legal name and sent to you upon successful completion of the course, as per the stipulated requirements.
Why choose GetSmarter?
GetSmarter, a 2U, Inc. brand, is an online learning expert with over 10 years of experience in developing high-quality online short courses from the world’s leading universities. We deliver market-led courses that equip working professionals with the expertise required for the workplace of the future. Through a data-driven approach, we analyze future skills requirements and ensure all courses address this need.
Students are supported at every stage of the learning journey, enabling them to thrive professionally through increased relevance, competence, and confidence.
Ideal Students
This course is for you if:
- You want to expand your knowledge of sustainability across various organisations, industries and practices; including business, consulting, environmental, social and governance (ESG), and energy sectors.
- You need to enhance your knowledge of design and innovation for sustainability.
- You’re looking to start a business, shift career paths or broaden your skill set within your current role.
- You’re in a management role or leadership position and want to lead the sustainability transition within your team and organisation.
Program Outcome
You’ll walk away with:
- The confidence to argue the business case for sustainability informed by a comprehensive understanding of the impact of current global economic, social, and environmental pressures.
- An action plan for integrating sustainability across your organisation’s value chain to ensure long-term value creation.
- The skills and knowledge to apply design, innovation and leadership competencies within your team or organisation.
- A certificate of completion from the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership, validating your expertise in sustainability management.
Curriculum
- Module 1: Sustainability challenges and opportunities
The global state, what needs to change, and how to bridge the sustainability gap through rewiring the economy. - Module 2: The business case and leadership for action
Why sustainability is good for business, and the importance of good leadership in achieving change. - Module 3: Regulatory environment and international policy
Policy instruments, international agreements, and the role of business and civil society in shaping a zero-carbon economy. - Module 4: Production and consumption
The value chain: Implementing business models and processes for sourcing, producing, and consuming sustainably. - Module 5: Design, technology and planning for sustainability
The role of innovative design, planning, and technology in facilitating sustainable business. - Module 6: Communication and marketing
How to effectively communicate sustainability strategies and goals to internal and external stakeholders. - Module 7: Collaboration and partnerships
How businesses can work together with corporate, government, and non-profit actors to bring about large-scale change in the sustainability space. - Module 8: Rewiring your business approach
Learn how to be an effective change agent, overcome barriers to change, obtain networking support, and create a personalised sustainability action plan.
Manage your time
GetSmarter's learning model is designed to help you, as a working professional, improve your skills without compromising on work and family responsibilities. The course work is broken up into weekly, manageable bite-sized modules, with incremental deadlines, designed to help you pace yourself over the duration of the course and allow you the legroom to work when it suits you best.
At the beginning of each module, you'll be presented with the course content and assignments necessary for completion. You also have access to your Success Adviser who will help you manage your time, and support you with any administrative or technical queries you might have.
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Of our past students, 37 percent have received financial assistance from their employers. You can ask for help, too.
If you are a Learning & Development (L&D) manager, or involved in training and upskilling for an organization, you can request information regarding our corporate offering on our GetSmarter for a business page.