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: 01/13/2025

Total classes: 5

Weeks per class: 7.5

Total credit hours: 15

Develop essential skills for sustainability assessment

This certificate program explores tools for sustainability assessment, such as environmental, social and governance (ESG), greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting and life cycle assessment (LCA). You’ll build foundational knowledge that supports these methodologies, allowing you to address current challenges and prepare to master future frameworks as they’re developed. Additionally, you’ll gain the skills needed to:

Apply sustainability competencies to devise and implement enterprise improvement proposals.
Collaborate to assess sustainability opportunities and strategies.
Communicate sustainable enterprise approaches, challenges, risks and opportunities.
Critically assess enterprises against a comprehensive set of sustainability criteria.
Identify opportunities that exist for enterprises that address sustainability problems.

Who’s a good candidate for this certificate program?

This program is ideal for those eager to develop sustainable enterprises, incorporate sustainable practices into existing business models and leverage sustainability for organizational success. Whether you have a background in sustainability or another discipline, earning this certificate is an excellent way to increase your skillset and stand out for advancement opportunities in your field. Upon completion, you’ll be able to demonstrate your commitment to driving sustainability transformations in the workplace.

While this graduate certificate can be completed independently, it would also be a great addition to ASU’s online Master of Business Administration or Master of Public Administration programs.

Choosing the right sustainability certificate program for you

In addition to this sustainability and enterprise certificate, ASU offers an online graduate certificate in sustainability. While courses overlap between both certificates, their focuses differ. This certificate is best for those looking to add sustainability assessments to their skillset and understand where they can contribute improvements in their industries. In contrast, the general sustainability certificate is a good option for those broadly interested in addressing sustainability challenges.

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

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.

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