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: Design Thinking, Ideation, Sustainable Design, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Sustainable Development, Biotechnology, Biology, Usability Testing, Prototyping, Communication, Empathy

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    Council on Foreign Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Energy and Utilities, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Environment, Sustainable Development, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Emerging Technologies, International Relations, Sustainable Technologies, Diplomacy, Market Dynamics, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Regulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Tax

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    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

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Cost Management, Risk Management, Timelines, Earned Value Management, Project Performance, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Controls, Budget Management, Cost Control, Project Planning, Procurement, Communication Planning, Scheduling, Project Coordination, Project Management, Sustainable Development, Human Resources Management and Planning

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    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Environment, Education and Training, Sustainable Development, Teaching, Systems Thinking, Collaboration

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Health Policy, Environmental Science, Epidemiology, Food Safety and Sanitation, Sustainable Development, Biology, Research and Design, Microbiology, Innovation

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

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    Eindhoven University of Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Service Design, Transportation Operations, Feasibility Studies, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Data Collection, Customer Analysis, Surveys, Consumer Behaviour

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Risk Mitigation, Risk Management, Environmental Policy, Environment, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Environmental Monitoring, Forecasting, Advocacy

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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

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Policy, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Environment, Water Resources, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Social Determinants Of Health, Environmental Science, International Relations, Public Policies, Public Health, Systems Thinking, Economics

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    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