Sustainable development courses can help you learn frameworks for social, economic, and environmental progress. You can build skills in policy evaluation, community planning, climate resilience, and measuring development outcomes. Many courses introduce tools for sustainability indicators, data analysis, and impact assessment to support informed decision-making across global contexts.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Thought Leadership, Influencing, Communication, Self-Awareness, Lifelong Learning, Professional Networking, Leadership, Professional Development, LinkedIn, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Branding, Growth Mindedness, Social Media Strategy, Adaptability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Positivity, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Resilience, Mindfulness, Empowerment, Persistence, Self-Motivation, Action Oriented, Courage, Visionary, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Digital Design, Overcoming Obstacles, Graphical Tools, Color Theory, Storytelling
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Digital Design, Infographics, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Multimedia, Brainstorming, Web Content, Planning, Information Management, Research, Literacy, Lifelong Learning, Computer Literacy, Critical Thinking, Data Ethics, Analytical Skills, Digital Communications, Intellectual Property, Investigation, Peer Review
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mediation, Leadership Studies, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Leadership Development, Social Justice, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Public Policies, Strategic Leadership, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration, Governance
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Composure, Communication Strategies, Storytelling, Advocacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Technical Management, Engineering Management, Negotiation, Mentorship, Leadership, Courage, Growth Mindedness, Business Leadership, Team Leadership, Office Management, Collaboration, Professional Development, Visionary, Personal Development, Accountability, Positivity, Resilience
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, System Configuration
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Exploratorium
Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Electronics, Course Development, Creativity, Education Software and Technology, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Driving engagement, Experimentation, Design, Computational Thinking, Creative Design, Construction
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Development, Persistence, Courage, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Optimism, Professional Development
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Interviewing Skills, Personal Attributes, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Business Writing, Communication, Gmail
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Digital Publishing, Self-Awareness, Literacy, Content Creation, Personal Development, Blogs, Diversity Awareness, Driving engagement, Instagram, Media and Communications, Sociology, Electronic Media, Critical Thinking, Social Sciences, Culture, Case Studies, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Writing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Healthcare Ethics, Cultural Diversity, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Stress Management, Safety Training, Preventative Care, Injury Prevention, Occupational Health, Public Health, Safety and Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Adaptability, Infectious Diseases, Emergency Response, Mental Health, Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks