Online Graduate Certificate in Sustainability and Enterprise

Are you looking to advance sustainability practices in your organization or employ sustainability as a strategy for enterprise success? If so, Arizona State University’s online graduate certificate in sustainability and enterprise may be perfect for you. In this program, you’ll study the tools and methods organizations need to assess, propose and implement sustainability initiatives. Upon completion, you’ll be equipped to address sustainability challenges in various enterprises, including corporations, governments and nonprofit organizations.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 08/21/2025


Total classes:

Total classes: 5

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 15

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Develop essential skills for sustainability assessment

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Will my diploma say ‘online’?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

Sustainability and enterprise courses

This certificate program consists of three core courses and two electives. Depending on your interests, topics can range from social entrepreneurship and global sustainability to social responsibility and transformational leadership. Courses are designed by tenure-track faculty who are actively engaged in the industry. Therefore, the curriculum is constantly adapted to the evolving needs of modern enterprises.


The jobs this certificate program prepares you for

Upon graduation, you’ll have the skills needed to advance sustainability practices, implement transformational change and foster innovation in any industry. Whether you have prior experience in sustainability or are looking for a career change, there is a high demand for individuals with these skills in the marketplace. Specific career examples include, but aren’t limited to:

Study alongside experts in sustainability and enterprise

The School of Sustainability recruits faculty from the finest practitioners in sustainability science, business, governance and mission-driven organizations. They cover a variety of disciplines — including business policy, renewable energy and environmental science — and strive to make the world more sustainable through use-inspired research.

Study alongside experts in sustainability and enterprise

The School of Sustainability recruits faculty from the finest practitioners in sustainability science, business, governance and mission-driven organizations. They cover a variety of disciplines — including business policy, renewable energy and environmental science — and strive to make the world more sustainable through use-inspired research.

How to apply

Applicants to the graduate certificate in sustainability and enterprise program must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the College of Global Futures.

Study at the nation’s first School of Sustainability

ASU is a global university recognized for its commitment to innovation, research and high-quality academic programs. Our university has been recognized with peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report and receives accolades from other prestigious organizations.

#1


university in the U.S. in pursuit of United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

#1


“Cool Schools” for sustainability by Sierra Club for campus sustainability.

#1


in innovation for 10 consecutive years, ahead of Stanford and MIT.

Top 10%


best global universities.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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