Certified Professional in Sustainability

Program Overview

This 5-7 week Professional Certificate in Sustainability from SSBM Geneva explores advanced sustainability topics, including the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their impact on business. It emphasizes the role of ESG factors, regenerative platforms, and Results-Based Management (RBM) in achieving sustainability goals. The program is designed for professionals with business experience and an interest in sustainability, and provides a competitive edge in the job market.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Duration: 5-7 weeks (flexible)
• Language: English
• Skill level: Advanced
• Lectures: 3
• Certificate: Awarded by SSBM Geneva
• Fee: 799 EUR

Overview:

• Explores advanced topics in sustainability, the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and their impact on society.
• Emphasizes the importance of sustainability in business operations and how it relates to social impact.
• Introduces regenerative platforms and leadership principles, EU Taxonomy, and results-based management (RBM).

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the role of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) factors in business.
• Learn about regenerative platforms and their application in business.
• Analyze the EU Taxonomy and its relation to the SDGs.
• Explore the connections between business models and ESGs.
• Delve into the principles of Results-Based Management (RBM).
• Examine the role of RBM in achieving the SDGs.
• Investigate the future of RBM.
• Understand the dimensions of sustainability in a comprehensive manner.

Outline:

• Introduction to Sustainable Development and Business: Covers concrete cases and examples.
• Introduction to ESGs: Explores the functions and roles of ESG factors in the business world.
• Regenerative Platforms and Leadership: Investigates regenerative platforms and how they relate to business.
• EU Taxonomy: Analyzes the EU Taxonomy and its connection to the SDGs.
• ESGs and Business: Examines the relationship between business models and ESGs.
• Results Based Management (RBM): Explores the principles of RBM and its application in business.
• RBM & SDGs: Analyzes the role of RBM in achieving the SDGs.
• RBM & the Future: Examines the future of RBM.

Teaching:

• Format: Online
• Pace: Self-paced
• Materials: Accessible through the SSBM Online Learning Portal

Careers:

• Enhances understanding of sustainable development in the business context.
• Provides a competitive edge in the job market with a certification.
• Opens doors to various career paths related to sustainability and business.

Other:

• The program is designed for individuals with on-the-job business experience and an interest in sustainability.
• Ideal for professionals seeking career advancement and those who are not certified in sustainability.
• Provides real-life examples and case studies from around the world.
• Offers insights into the history of SDGs.
• Emphasizes the importance of regenerative leadership and its role in business.
• The Certificate program is eligible for the Swiss Education Quality Label (EduQua).
• Some sections may contain limited information or require further research.