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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    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: Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Water Resources, Sustainable Development, Health Education, Land Management, Environmental Science, Teaching, Natural Resource Management, Interactive Learning, Climate Change Mitigation, Storytelling

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

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Water Sustainability, Water Resource Management, Water Resources, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Climate Change Adaptation, Innovation, Environment and Resource Management, Emerging Technologies, Internet Of Things

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    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Health Equity, Environmental Issue, Advocacy, Social Determinants Of Health, Environmental Science, Health Education, Community Health, Health Care, Public Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Climate Change Mitigation, Patient Communication, Sustainable Development, Health Policy, Leadership Development

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Economics, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Development, Behavioral Economics, International Relations, Big Data, Cost Benefit Analysis, Environmental Regulations, Mathematical Modeling, Market Analysis, Tax Laws

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    Council on Foreign Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, World History, Scientific Methods, Physical Science, Advocacy

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, International Relations, Policy Development, Economics, Environmental Science, Public Health, Systems Thinking

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    Yale University

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, World History, Climate Change Programs, Liberal Arts, Culture, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Advocacy, Anthropology

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    Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Feasibility Studies, Private Equity, Sustainable Development, Loans, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Finance, Investments, Due Diligence, Financial Market, Innovation

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    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Empathy, Visionary, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Environmental Issue, Systems Thinking, Strategic Planning, Sustainable Development, International Relations, Planning, Innovation, Advocacy, Climate Change Mitigation

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    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Public Health, Health Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Systems Thinking, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Research Methodologies, Data Collection