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      University of Cape Town

      Climate Adaptation in Africa

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Water Resources, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Science, Environment, Community Development, Policy Development, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Contingency Planning, Land Management, Mitigation, Socioeconomics, Risk Management, Public Works, Food and Beverage, Vulnerability, Economic Development

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Leading Sustainable Community Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Management, Team Management, Project Planning, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Issue, Project Management, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Communication Strategies, Initiative and Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Relationship Building, Organizational Strategy, Value Propositions, Vulnerability, Decision Making, Root Cause Analysis

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Natural Disaster and Climate Change Risk Assessment

      Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Risk Analysis, Risk Modeling, Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Feasibility Studies, Disaster Recovery, Business Risk Management, Analysis, Governance, Risk Mitigation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Civil Engineering, Crisis Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Systems Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Environmental Resource Management, Resilience, Environment

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      The University of Chicago

      Global Warming II: Create Your Own Models in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Numerical Analysis, NumPy, Jupyter, Environmental Science, Scientific Visualization, Simulations, Differential Equations, Interactive Data Visualization

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, ArcGIS, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Synthesis, Data Compilation, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Mapping, Data Storytelling, Data Integration, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Management, Design Elements And Principles, Metadata Management

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      Arizona State University

      Innovar

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Strategies, Strategic Planning, Design Thinking, New Product Development, Product Development, Creativity, Customer experience improvement, Brand Management, Service Design, Process Improvement, Business Modeling, Corporate Sustainability

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Building Sustainable Cities

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Environmental Laws, Land Development, Environmental Policy, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Policy Development, Civil Engineering, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Environment, Community Development, Socioeconomics, Public Works, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Resource Management, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Water Resources, Pollution Prevention, Emerging Technologies

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Leading the Circular and Sustainable Business

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Reporting, Business Leadership, Leadership, Business Transformation, Business Operations, Environment and Resource Management, Entrepreneurship, Stakeholder Management, Supply Chain Management, Marketing

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Open University

      Sustainable Business Strategy for Future Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Systems Thinking, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Value Propositions, Creative Problem-Solving, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Systems Analysis, Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Critical Thinking, Business Continuity, Product Development, Process Mapping, Complex Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Microbiology, Biology, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Experimentation

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      Dartmouth College

      Population, Food, and Soil

      Skills you'll gain: Demography, Environment, Land Management, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Human Development, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Trend Analysis, Economic Development

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Introduction to Hospitality Management in the 21st Century

      Skills you'll gain: Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Hotels and Accommodations, Innovation, Team Oriented, Food and Beverage, Customer Service, Customer experience strategy (CX), Digital Transformation, Corporate Sustainability, Cultural Sensitivity, AI Personalization

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular sustainability courses

    • Climate Adaptation in Africa: University of Cape Town
    • Leading Sustainable Community Transformation: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Natural Disaster and Climate Change Risk Assessment: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Global Warming II: Create Your Own Models in Python: The University of Chicago
    • GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis Capstone: University of Toronto
    • Innovar: Arizona State University
    • Building Sustainable Cities: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Leading the Circular and Sustainable Business: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Sustainable Business Strategy for Future Leaders: The Open University
    • Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity: Rice University

    Why Learn Sustainability?

    Sustainability focuses on meeting today’s needs without compromising the ability of future generations to thrive. It spans environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and sustainable business practices across global industries. Learning about sustainability can help you understand complex challenges, support climate action, and contribute to a more resilient and equitable world.

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