Courses for a wide range of sustainability and ESG roles

              Interest in sustainability and environmental, social and governance (ESG) has exploded in the last five years. While sustainability-related skills are in high demand, there is a shortage of such skills in the workforce today.
            

CareerCatalyst courses introduce learners to sustainability and ESG concepts to help them identify and explore their interest in the expanding field of organizational sustainability. Learners can take the courses they want, when they want — then put their new skills to use right away.

Principles of ESG and Sustainability

Consisting of eight courses, the Principles of ESG and Sustainability covers the fundamental concepts and knowledge learners need to take leading roles in organizational sustainability, such as sustainability specialist, coordinator, analyst or manager.

Foundations of Sustainability and ESG for Organizations

Identify the definitions, scope and landscape of E, S and G
Learn the range of tools, standards and skills related to ESG and ESG reporting

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Sustainable Supply Chain Management

Define the business case for designing sustainable supply chains
Identify key elements of sustainable supply chain management practices

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Sustainable Materials

Describe the important role of sustainable material in everyday life
Build a comprehensive business case for sustainable materials

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Foundations of GHG Accounting for Organizations

Learn principles, boundaries and allocation rules of GHG accounting
Identify GHG inventory quality, verification and goal setting

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Sustainability Practices in the Consumer Goods Industry

Contrast different approaches to designing sustainable products
Match circular economy best practices to business models

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How Sustainability and ESG Will Change Organizations and Financial Markets

Learn basic financial modeling, tools, and concepts
Describe the relationship between financial markets, ESG, and sustainability

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Sustainability Analyst Fundamentals

Consisting of three courses, the Sustainability Analyst Fundamentals program prepares learners to lead in a range of industries in such roles as Sustainability Analyst, Sustainability Specialist and Sustainability Manager. Learners who complete the specialization will receive a shareable certificate and be able to make an impact on their organization in this innovative and purpose-driven field.

Careers in Sustainability

Understand the role of a sustainability analyst in an organization
Learn software and tools commonly used by sustainability analysts
Find source data needed for sustainability analysis

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Challenges for the Planet and Employers

Describe common sustainability indicators and how they are measured
Find reliable sources of information to research sustainability issues
Assess the planetary impact of sustainability practices

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Foundational Sustainability Skills

Develop sustainability goals or initiatives
Develop a sustainability plan for an organization
Create an organization’s sustainability effectiveness report

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Education Designed to Cultivate Industry-Relevant Skills

Our courses and certificates align with emerging and high-growth industries, filling skills gaps and labor shortages.
Targeted skills development Our learning experiences are designed to impart a powerful blend of professional and technical skills that are directly applicable in the workplace.
Enhanced career prospects Participants gain a competitive edge with certificates recognized across various sectors, enhancing employability and growth within your company.
Flexible learning paths Choose from a holistic range of learning experiences to suit diverse career levels and needs, all aimed at fostering a culture of continual learning and improvement within your organization.

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