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: Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Environment Health And Safety, Health Disparities, Public Health, International Relations, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Care, Socioeconomics, Governance, Sustainable Development, Medical Science and Research, Drug Development, Political Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Chronic Diseases, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Intellectual Property

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainable Development, Community Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Human Development, Interactive Learning, Student-Centred Learning, Policy Analysis, Cultural Diversity

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    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Technologies, Basic Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Sustainable Development, Electrical Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Science, Environment

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    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Compassion, Community Development, Community Outreach, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Sustainable Development, Education and Training, Data Mapping, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Curriculum Planning, Working With Children, Collaboration, Planning, Environmental Issue

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis, Sustainable Technologies, Climate Change Mitigation, Policy Development, Public Policies, Public Affairs, Environmental Science, Emerging Technologies, Scalability, Technology Solutions, Case Studies

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Consulting, Business Consulting, Environmental Management Systems, Product Lifecycle Management, Environment, Analysis

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    Arizona State University

    Skills you'll gain: Program Implementation, Plan Execution, Sustainable Development, Business Planning, Data Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, Spreadsheet Software, Contract Management, Waste Minimization, Marketing and Public Relations, Analysis, Sustainability Standards, Policy Development, Annual Reports, Interactive Learning, Sustainable Business, Vendor Contracts, Goal Setting, Business Writing, Project Management

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Skills you'll gain: Water Quality, Water Sustainability, Water Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, Environmental Monitoring, Civil Engineering, Sustainable Design, Human Centered Design, Risk Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Internet Of Things, Machine Learning

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Investments, Governance, Entrepreneurship, Financial Inclusion, Sustainable Business, Return On Investment, Financial Services, Due Diligence, Stakeholder Engagement, New Business Development

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Proposal Development, Process Analysis, Environment and Resource Management, Resource Utilization, Corporate Sustainability, Project Design, Waste Minimization, Operational Efficiency, Feasibility Studies, Business Solutions, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Presentations, Cost Benefit Analysis, Strategic Partnership, Innovation

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    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainability Reporting, Climate Change Mitigation, Corporate Sustainability, Energy and Utilities, Innovation, Environment, Transportation Operations, Architecture and Construction, Architectural Engineering

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Business Strategy, Innovation, International Finance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Market, Global Marketing, World History, Economics, Business Economics, Business Development, Economic Development, Entrepreneurship, Socioeconomics, Corporate Strategy, Business Modeling, Sustainable Development, Competitive Analysis, Business, Political Sciences

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