Sustainable Development

Sustainable Development is a comprehensive approach to growth that balances economic progress, environmental protection, and social well-being to meet present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own. Coursera's Sustainable Development catalogue teaches you the fundamental principles and practices of creating a more sustainable world, including concepts like resource management, social equity, and environmental conservation. You'll learn to analyze complex sustainability challenges, develop innovative solutions, implement sustainable strategies in various sectors, and measure the impact of sustainability initiatives. Mastering this skill empowers you to contribute to global efforts in addressing critical issues such as climate change, poverty reduction, and biodiversity conservation, making you a valuable asset in roles focused on corporate sustainability, environmental policy, or international development.
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    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Environment Health And Safety, Health Disparities, Public Health, International Relations, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Care, Socioeconomics, Governance, Sustainable Development, Medical Science and Research, Drug Development, Political Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Chronic Diseases, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Intellectual Property

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Governance, Technical Management, Systems Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Infrastructure Architecture, Internet Of Things, Digital Transformation, Data Management, Sustainable Development

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Human Development, Biology, Environment, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Environmental Issue, Child Development, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Environmental Resource Management, Music, Biotechnology, General Science and Research, Decision Making, Natural Resource Management, Liberal Arts, Oncology, Sustainable Development

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    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Issue, Physical Science, Sustainable Development, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Thermal Management, Environmental Science, Simulations, Energy and Utilities, Chemistry, Systems Of Measurement

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Process Analysis, Sustainable Design, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Reporting, Proposal Development, Resource Utilization, Environment and Resource Management, Economic Development, Business Workflow Analysis, Feasibility Studies, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Cost Benefit Analysis, Innovation, Presentations

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    Skills you'll gain: Action Oriented, Community Organizing, Strategic Planning, Community Development, Change Management, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Transportation Operations, Innovation, Advocacy, Experimentation, Policy Analysis, Case Studies, Environmental Issue

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    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Investments, Governance, Entrepreneurship, Financial Inclusion, Sustainable Business, Return On Investment, Financial Services, Due Diligence, Stakeholder Engagement, New Business Development

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Public Policies, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Development, Strategic Planning, Public Affairs, Diplomacy, Economic Development, Community Development, Legal Research, Advocacy, Governance, Sustainable Development, Professional Networking, Case Studies

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    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Compassion, Community Development, Community Outreach, Needs Assessment, Sustainable Development, Program Evaluation, Education and Training, Data Mapping, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Curriculum Planning, Working With Children, Collaboration, Planning, Environmental Issue

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    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Technologies, Basic Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Sustainable Development, Electrical Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Science, Environment

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    Skills you'll gain: Program Implementation, Plan Execution, Business Planning, Sustainability Reporting, Contract Management, Sustainable Development, Policy Development, Annual Reports, Vendor Contracts, Goal Setting, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Strategic Partnership, Interactive Learning, Project Planning, Peer Review, Report Writing, Business Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Communication

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    Skills you'll gain: Due Diligence, Sustainable Development, Project Finance, Investments, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Investment Management, Proposal Development, Financial Inclusion, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Fundraising, Sustainable Business, Governance, Return On Investment, Needs Assessment, Stakeholder Engagement, Economic Development, Financial Analysis, Asset Management, Financial Services

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  • Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • University of Colorado Boulder
  • University of Michigan
  • Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • ESSEC Business School
  • Lund University
  • Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Universidad de los Andes