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Sustainable Development Courses

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.


Popular Sustainable Development Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Software, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, C++ (Programming Language)

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    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Healthcare Ethics, Social Studies, Psychology, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Biology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

    4.8
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    601 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    Frontend Developer Interview Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Pseudocode, Responsive Web Design, Computational Thinking, LinkedIn, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Front-End Web Development, React.js, HTML and CSS, Debugging, Algorithms, Interviewing Skills, UI Components, Web Design and Development, Professional Development, Programming Principles, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Web Development, Software Development

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Università Bocconi

    Arts and Heritage Management

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Business Management, Team Management, Brand Management, Leadership Studies, Brand Strategy, Innovation, Art History, Fundraising, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Relationship Management, Marketing, Customer experience improvement

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    The Worldview of Thomas Berry: The Flourishing of the Earth Community

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Environment, Environmental Issue, Culture, Social Studies, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Liberal Arts, Systems Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    139 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Formación docente basada en la práctica para desarrollar habilidades del siglo XXI

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Teaching, Course Development, Instructional Strategies, Classroom Management, Curriculum Development, Discussion Facilitation, Social Justice, Higher Education, Innovation, Student Engagement, Case Studies, Collaboration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IE Business School

    Implementación del Marketing Mix

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing Communications, Brand Management, Branding, Advertising, Product Lifecycle Management, Brand Loyalty, Brand Awareness, Customer experience strategy (CX), Competitive Analysis, Marketing, Product Management, Product Strategy, Revenue Management, Retail Management, Marketing Channel, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Merchandising

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Leading Diverse Teams & Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, People Management, Growth Mindedness, Diversity Awareness, Team Management, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Diversity Programs, Leadership, Open Mindset, Social Justice, Leadership Studies, Empowerment, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Human Resource Policies, Organizational Change

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    Bugs 101: Insect-Human Interactions

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Anatomy, Physiology, Life Sciences, Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Biology, Cultural Diversity, Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Taxonomy, Criminal Investigation and Forensics

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Motors and Motor Control Circuits

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Systems, Power Electronics, Three-Phase, Torque (Physics), Electrical Equipment, Embedded Software, Electronics, Electrical Wiring, Electronic Hardware, Design Specifications, System Requirements, Laboratory Experience, Electronic Components

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    4.7
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Object Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Pseudocode, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C and C++, File I/O, Object Oriented Design, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Debugging, Data Structures, Program Development, Algorithms, Interactive Design, Data Modeling, Model Evaluation, Software Engineering, Test Data, Data Validation

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    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    245 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Computer Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Productivity Software, digital literacy, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Computer Systems, Data Security, Risk Management, System Design and Implementation, TCP/IP, Information Technology, Software Development Methodologies, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Productivity, Safety and Security, Process Design

    4.6
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular sustainable development courses

  • The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics: University of Minnesota
  • Frontend Developer Interview Practice: Scrimba
  • Arts and Heritage Management: Università Bocconi
  • The Worldview of Thomas Berry: The Flourishing of the Earth Community: Yale University
  • Formación docente basada en la práctica para desarrollar habilidades del siglo XXI: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Implementación del Marketing Mix: IE Business School
  • Leading Diverse Teams & Organizations: University of Michigan
  • Bugs 101: Insect-Human Interactions: University of Alberta
  • Motors and Motor Control Circuits: University of Colorado Boulder

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