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    Sustainability courses can help you learn how to address environmental, social, and economic challenges by exploring sustainable practices and systems thinking.

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Learning for a Sustainable Future: Live at COP28

      Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Environmental Issue, Research, Environmental Science, Student Engagement, Environmental Policy, Community Development, Advocacy, Creativity, International Relations, Social Justice

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Florida

      Agroforestry V: Ecosystem Services, Food and Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Water Resources, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Systems Thinking, Biology

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Public Health Perspectives on Sustainable Diets

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Environment, Public Health, Health Disparities, Environmental Science, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Sustainability through Soccer: Systems-Thinking in Action

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Visionary, Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Environmental Issue, Program Evaluation, Innovation, Decision Making, Adaptability, Resilience

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Foundations of Business Strategy and Research

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Market Research, Strategic Decision-Making, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Quantitative Research, Innovation, Target Audience, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Benchmarking, Value Propositions, Descriptive Statistics, Performance Measurement, Ideation, Sales Strategy, Team Performance Management, Competitive Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, Risk Management, Business Strategy, Data Analysis

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Maestría en Dirección de Empresas (MBA)

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Measurement, Data Storytelling, Business Planning, Business Modeling, Selling Techniques, Human Resource Strategy, Financial Accounting, Portfolio Management, Business Analytics, Digital Transformation, Equities, Corporate Sustainability, Customer Relationship Management, Entrepreneurial Finance, Consumer Behaviour, Statistical Methods, Emotional Intelligence, Marketing Planning, Branding, Market Dynamics

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      SkillsBooster Academy

      Generative AI for SEO: Be the #1 Answer in AI Search

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Competitive Analysis, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, Search Engine Marketing, Content Creation, Content Performance Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Marketing, Content Marketing, Marketing, Business Strategy, Business Ethics, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Market Research, Digital Media Strategy, Product Strategy, Marketing Materials

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Real-Time Operating Systems, New Product Development, Model Based Systems Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Failure Analysis, Delegation Skills, Object Oriented Design, Sampling (Statistics), Supplier Management, Sustainability Reporting, Accountability, Data Ethics, Data Mining, Database Design, Goal Setting, Generative AI, Process Capability, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Fundamentals of Bioclimatic Design

      Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Architectural Engineering, Architectural Design, Building Design, Environmental Engineering, Thermal Management, HVAC, Environment and Resource Management, Building Services Engineering, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Construction, Design Strategies, Energy and Utilities, Simulation and Simulation Software, Physics

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      University of Cape Town

      Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Mitigation, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology, Life Sciences, Anthropology, Ancient History, World History, Trend Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Khalifa University

      Risk Management and Industrial Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Accident Reporting, Fire And Life Safety, Accident Prevention, Risk Analysis, Human Factors, Safety Training, Occupational Safety And Health, Risk Management, Safety Culture, Risk Modeling, Risk Mitigation, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Investigation, Emergency Response, Root Cause Analysis

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Cannabis Environmental Control

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, HVAC, Plant Operations and Management, Environmental Management Systems, Thermal Management, Control Systems, Environmental Monitoring, Electric Power Systems

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Learning for a Sustainable Future: Live at COP28: The University of Edinburgh
    • Agroforestry V: Ecosystem Services, Food and Sustainability: University of Florida
    • Public Health Perspectives on Sustainable Diets: Johns Hopkins University
    • Sustainability through Soccer: Systems-Thinking in Action: University of Virginia
    • Foundations of Business Strategy and Research: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Maestría en Dirección de Empresas (MBA): Universidad de Palermo
    • Generative AI for SEO: Be the #1 Answer in AI Search: SkillsBooster Academy
    • Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Fundamentals of Bioclimatic Design: University of Pennsylvania
    • Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions: University of Cape Town

    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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