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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    Interactive Brokers

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Investment Management, Environmental Regulations, Sustainability Reporting, Business Ethics, Regulatory Compliance, Environmental Issue, Risk Analysis, Investments, Portfolio Management, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Climate Change Adaptation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    71 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Cape Town

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Water Resources, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Water Resource Management, Environmental Science, Environment, Natural Resource Management, Socioeconomics, Vulnerability, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    122 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Environment, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Cell Biology, Anatomy, Climate Change Adaptation, Estimation, Mathematical Modeling, Scientific Methods, Climate Change Mitigation, Experimentation, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    245 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    ESSEC Business School

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Value Propositions, Sustainable Development, Business Modeling, Needs Assessment, Corporate Sustainability, Business Strategy, Community Development, Business Planning, New Business Development, Innovation, Professional Networking, Market Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    192 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The World Bank Group

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Resilience, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Community Development, Cooperation, Environmental Science, Collaboration, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Innovation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    247 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Sustainable Development, Spreadsheet Software, Sustainability Reporting, Marketing and Public Relations, Analysis, Business Writing, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Communication, Presentations

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    60 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDHEC Business School

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Markets, Project Finance, Financial Market, Investment Banking, Corporate Finance, Loans, Asset Management, Sustainable Development, Derivatives

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    200 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Technologies, Electric Power Systems, Market Dynamics, Climate Change Mitigation, Emerging Technologies, Sustainable Development, Investments, Innovation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    260 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Water Quality, Water Resource Management, Public Health, Program Evaluation, Emergency Response, Sustainable Development, Environmental Engineering, Community Health, Microbiology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1.1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDHEC Business School

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, Business Transformation, Business Strategy, Trend Analysis, Innovation, Sustainable Development, Decision Making, Creativity, Emerging Technologies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    243 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    80 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free

    University of Alberta

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Anatomy, Physiology, Life Sciences, Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Biology, Cultural Diversity, Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Taxonomy, Criminal Investigation and Forensics

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    1.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months