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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Explore the Sustainable Development Course Catalog

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    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Community Development, Conflict Management, Crisis Intervention, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainable Development, Social and Human Services, International Relations, Diversity Awareness, Legal Research, Sociology, Advocacy, World History, Storytelling

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    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Water Resources, Hydrology, Environmental Resource Management, Risk Management, Water Quality, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Social Network Analysis, Governance, Environmental Science

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Development, Systems Of Measurement, Physics, Electrical Power, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Engineering, Mechanics, Environmental Science, Mathematical Modeling

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Project Design, Case Studies, Work Breakdown Structure, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Cost Management, Earned Value Management, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Project Management, Project Scoping, Sustainable Development, Program Evaluation, Communication Planning, Project Planning, Economic Development, Procurement, Continuous Monitoring

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    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Compassion, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Mental Concentration, Sustainable Development, Social Justice, Stress Management

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    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Teaching, Environment, Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Community Development, Natural Resource Management, Student Engagement, Relationship Building

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    Dartmouth College

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Biology, Hydrology, Water Quality, Systems Thinking, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Physics, Climate Change Mitigation, Chemistry

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Project Finance, Public Works, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Design, Sustainability Standards, Economic Development, Sustainability Reporting, Climate Change Adaptation, Strategic Partnership, Project Management Life Cycle, Feasibility Studies, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Stakeholder Engagement, Construction Management, Project Planning, Private Equity, Loans, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG)

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Environmental Policy, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Climate Change Mitigation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Natural Resource Management, Economics, Oil and Gas, Policy Analysis, Market Dynamics, Public Policies, Decision Making

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    United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

    Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Risk Management, Finance, Financial Policy, Fiscal Management, Case Studies, Community Development, Decision Making, Economic Development, Sustainable Development, Economics, Revenue Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Health Disparities, Environmental Science, Economics, Psychology, Biotechnology

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    Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Water Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Socioeconomics, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Economic Development, Public Health, Economics, Supply And Demand, Cost Estimation

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  • University of Colorado Boulder
  • University of Michigan
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  • Yale University