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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 California, Santa Cruz

    The Career Design Lab: Change your Job, Change your Life

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Positivity, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Negotiation, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting

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    University of California, Davis

    Wine Tasting: Sensory Techniques for Wine Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Cultural Sensitivity, Analytical Skills, Detail Oriented, Verbal Communication Skills, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Life 101: Mental and Physical Self-Care

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Mindfulness, Personal Care, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Nutrition and Diet, Preventative Care, Exercise Science, Health And Wellness Coaching, Behavioral Health, Health Education, Chronic Diseases

    4.8
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    University of Washington

    Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Public Speaking, Microsoft PowerPoint, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Storytelling, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Drive Engagement, Target Audience

    4.8
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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Pensamiento sistémico

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Systems Analysis, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Social Studies, Case Studies, Cognitive flexibility, Network Model, Control Systems

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    IBM

    Tech Support Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Technical Support, LinkedIn, Professional Development, Desktop Support, System Support, Help Desk Support, Professionalism, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    136 reviews

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    Arizona State University

    Collaboration For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Public Speaking, Problem Solving, Positivity, Presentations, Storytelling, Optimism, Communication, Strategic Decision-Making, Verbal Communication Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Creative Problem-Solving, Empowerment, Brainstorming, Growth Mindedness, Root Cause Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Independent Thinking

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    IBM

    Collaborate Effectively for Professional Success

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Collaborative Software, Teamwork, Team Building, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Telecommuting, Meeting Facilitation, Team Management, Communication Strategies, Communication, Critical Thinking

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    Case Western Reserve University

    Designing Your Personal Weight Loss Plan

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Nutrition Education, Goal Setting, Self-Discipline, Health And Wellness Coaching, Stress Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Smart Goals, Behavior Management, Exercise Science, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness

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    IBM

    Delivering Quality Work with Agility

    Skills you'll gain: Professionalism, Workflow Management, Accountability, Time Management, Agile Methodology, Continuous Improvement Process, Plan Execution, Problem Solving, Process Improvement, Planning, Adaptability, Client Services, Quality Improvement, Communication Planning, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Communication, Decision Making, Customer experience improvement

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    University of Michigan

    Brilliant, Passionate You

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Empowerment, Community Development, Positivity, Lifelong Learning, Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Cultural Diversity

    4.7
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    Arizona State University

    Digital Intelligence for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Safety and Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Awareness Training, Content Creation, Media and Communications, Storytelling, Productivity, Digital Communications, Creativity, Web Content, Interpersonal Communications, Digital Design, Non-Verbal Communication, Personal Development, Conflict Management, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Health Technology

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • The Career Design Lab: Change your Job, Change your Life: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Wine Tasting: Sensory Techniques for Wine Analysis: University of California, Davis
  • Life 101: Mental and Physical Self-Care: University of California, Irvine
  • Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides: University of Washington
  • Pensamiento sistémico: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Tech Support Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
  • Collaboration For Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Collaborate Effectively for Professional Success: IBM
  • Designing Your Personal Weight Loss Plan: Case Western Reserve University
  • Delivering Quality Work with Agility: IBM

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