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: Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, World History, Scientific Methods, Physical Science, Advocacy

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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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    Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Management, Investments, Risk Analysis, Investment Management, Capital Expenditure, Finance, Economic Development, Sustainable Development, Corporate Finance, Due Diligence, Emerging Technologies, Economics

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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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    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

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Water Resources, Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Hydrology, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Interactive Learning, Health Education, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Science, Land Management, Adaptability, Teaching, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Education and Training, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Collaboration

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    Skills you'll gain: Cash Flows, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Decision Making, Stakeholder Management, Business Valuation, Risk Analysis, Return On Investment, Finance, Strategic Decision-Making, Sustainable Development, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Acumen, Capital Markets, Business Risk Management, Peer Review, Corporate Finance, Capital Budgeting, Economics

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Sustainable Development, Game Theory, Business, Market Analysis, Production Process, Strategic Decision-Making

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    ESSEC Business School

    Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Proposal Development, Sustainable Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Needs Assessment, Financial Analysis, Investment Management, Fundraising, Business Planning, Budgeting, Business Development, Presentations, Due Diligence

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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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    Skills you'll gain: Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Climate Change Mitigation, Ancient History