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University of Minnesota – Carlson School of Management Sustainable Environmental, Social and Governance Leadership Certificate

University of Minnesota – Carlson School of Management

Sustainable Environmental, Social and Governance Leadership Certificate

Minneapolis, USA

Graduate Certificate

2 semesters

English

Full time

Sep 2025

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The Sustainable Environmental, Social and Governance Leadership Certificate focuses on developing leadership skills in sustainable practices that address environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues. This program equips students with the necessary tools and insights to tackle sustainability challenges within organizations. Participants will engage in a comprehensive curriculum designed to enhance their understanding of ESG leadership principles.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths, including roles such as sustainability officer, ESG analyst, compliance manager, or corporate social responsibility consultant. With the growing emphasis on sustainable practices, skilled professionals in this area are in high demand across multiple sectors.

Introduction

Prepare to lead sustainable solutions to the environmental and social challenges organizations face in Minnesota and around the globe.

Many organizations today strive to meet the triple bottom line — people, the planet, and profit. By pursuing your Sustainable Environmental, Social, and Governance Leadership Graduate Certificate, you can prepare to oversee efforts to achieve net zero emission targets and commit to ethical practices at companies in Minnesota and around the globe.

Developed through a collaboration between the Carlson School of Management, the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, and the Institute on the Environment (IonE), the Sustainable ESG Certificate program focuses on public policy and sustainability concepts relevant to modern business positions. You'll learn from faculty who impart expertise from multiple disciplines, enabling you to design and implement ESG improvements in a variety of job sectors.

Courses/topics include: Change Leadership for Environmental, Social, and Governance Action; Foundations in Sustainability Science.

Employees from our corporate partner organizations are automatically eligible for a 15% tuition discount.

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