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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    University of Lausanne

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Public Health, Health Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Systems Thinking, Community Health, Health Disparities, Governance, Policy Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Health Assessment, Systems Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Environmental Issue, Research Methodologies, Data Collection

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Sustainable Development, Game Theory, Business, Market Analysis, Production Process, Strategic Decision-Making

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Environmental Policy, Environment, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Drive Engagement, Empowerment

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    University of California San Diego

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Social Justice, Community Organizing, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Social Determinants Of Health, International Relations, Health Disparities, Pollution Prevention, Sustainable Technologies, Consumer Behaviour, Environment, Environmental Policy, Media and Communications, Advocacy, Natural Resource Management, Persuasive Communication, Economics, Transportation Operations

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Strategic Partnership, Sustainable Development, Communication Planning, Project Design, Social Media, Human Centered Design, Project Planning, Environmental Issue, Proposal Development, Innovation, Project Management, Entrepreneurship, Fundraising, Presentations

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Community Development, Natural Resource Management, Land Management, Environment and Resource Management, Labor Law, Mitigation, Risk Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Occupational Safety And Health, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity

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    Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana

    Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Geographic Information Systems, Environment, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Climate Change Adaptation, Public Health, Spatial Analysis, Digital Transformation, Governance, Transportation Operations, Climate Change Mitigation

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    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Environment, Education and Training, Sustainable Development, Teaching, Systems Thinking, Collaboration

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Health Policy, Environmental Science, Epidemiology, Food Safety and Sanitation, Sustainable Development, Biology, Research and Design, Microbiology, Innovation

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    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Systems Thinking, Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Strategy, Business Ethics, Environmental Issue, Strategic Partnership, Goal Setting, Innovation, Climate Change Mitigation

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Cost Management, Risk Management, Timelines, Earned Value Management, Project Performance, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Controls, Budget Management, Cost Control, Project Planning, Procurement, Communication Planning, Scheduling, Project Coordination, Project Management, Sustainable Development, Human Resources Management and Planning

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Land Management, Natural Resource Management, Water Quality, Sustainable Development, Education and Training, Climate Change Mitigation, Social Studies, Biology, Teaching