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: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Three-Phase, High Voltage, Electrical Engineering, Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technologies, Reliability

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Business Ethics, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Development, Business Strategy, Environmental Issue, Business Reporting, Customer Relationship Building, Accountability, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication

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    United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

    Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Risk Management, Finance, Financial Policy, Fiscal Management, Case Studies, Community Development, Decision Making, Economic Development, Sustainable Development, Economics, Revenue Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Innovation, Economic Development, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Global Marketing, International Finance, Market Opportunities, Corporate Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Business Development, Competitive Analysis, Natural Resource Management, Growth Strategies, Economics, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Development, Waste Minimization, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Socioeconomics, Environmental Management Systems, Product Lifecycle Management, Systems Analysis, Environmental Policy, Resource Utilization

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    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Ideation, Social Justice, Needs Assessment, Community Development, Case Studies, Business Modeling, Analysis, Cultural Diversity

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    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Environment, Environmental Science, Climate Change Mitigation, Oil and Gas, Socioeconomics, Economics, Public Health, Climate Change Adaptation, Innovation

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    University of Amsterdam

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Sustainable Development, Diversity Awareness, Case Studies, Sustainable Technologies, Critical Thinking, Human Centered Design, Research

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    Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction, Civil and Architectural Engineering, HVAC, Transportation Operations, Architecture and Construction, Electrical Systems, Design Specifications, Construction Management, Public Works, Structural Engineering, Engineering Software, Engineering Design Process, Structural Analysis, Building Design, Land Development, Building Services Engineering, Sustainable Development, Facility Management

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    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Business Transformation, Organizational Change, Waste Minimization, Systems Thinking, Environmental Issue, Business Modeling, Innovation, Product Lifecycle Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Case Studies

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    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Innovation, Environment, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Environmental Policy, Oil and Gas, Supply Chain Management, Sustainable Technologies, Electric Power Systems, Emerging Technologies

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    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Waste Minimization, Business Ethics, Environment and Resource Management, Governance, Entrepreneurship, Product Lifecycle Management, Investments, Economic Development, Market Opportunities, Business Modeling, Innovation, Stakeholder Management

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