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

  • Status: Free

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Climate Change Mitigation, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainability Standards, Natural Resource Management, Finance, Governance, Environmental Policy, Public Policies

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    University of Copenhagen

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, International Relations, Political Sciences, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Advocacy, Systems Thinking, Policy Analysis, Sustainable Development, Lobbying, Public Policies, Innovation, Governance

  • Status: Free

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Sustainable Development, Advocacy, Fundraising, Public Policies, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Policy Development, International Relations, Organizational Effectiveness, Strategic Partnership, Compliance Management, Accountability

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resource Management, Business Process Management, Sanitation, Business Process, Governance, Sustainable Development, Entrepreneurship, Business Transformation, Corporate Strategy, Operational Efficiency, Business Management, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Quality Assessment, Operational Data Store

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Prototyping, Embedded Software, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Systems, Sustainable Technologies, Usability Testing, Engineering Management, Electronic Hardware, Emerging Technologies, Industrial Engineering, Communication Systems, Sustainable Development, Environmental Monitoring, Real Time Data

  • Status: Free Trial

    Universidad de Palermo

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Programs, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Transformation, Safety Culture, Sustainable Development, Organizational Leadership, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Innovation, Leadership, Human Resource Policies, Change Management

  • Status: Free Trial

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Business Transformation, Leadership, Business Process, Organizational Change, Business Leadership, Change Management, Strategic Leadership, Storytelling, Communication, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Public History, Social Justice, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Sustainable Development, Anthropology, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Environment, Case Studies, Health Equity, Community Development, Climate Change Programs, Community Outreach, Culture, Diversity Awareness

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Systems Thinking, Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Strategy, Business Ethics, Environmental Issue, Strategic Partnership, Goal Setting, Innovation, Climate Change Mitigation

  • Status: Free Trial

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Qualitative Research, Organizational Structure, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Change, Culture, Social Sciences, Employee Engagement, Sociology, Sustainable Development

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    Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Sustainable Development, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Reporting, Diversity and Inclusion, Artificial Intelligence, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Case Studies, Business Ethics, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Monitoring, Supply Chain Planning, Problem Solving, Content Strategy

  • Status: Free Trial

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Climate Change Adaptation, Interactive Learning, Environment, Sustainable Development, Adaptability, Food and Beverage, Environmental Science, Water Quality, Land Management, Instructional Strategies, Nutrition and Diet, Climate Change Mitigation, Cultural Diversity

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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
  • Yale University