Program Overview
This program is developed in partnership with the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) for working professionals that want to broaden their knowledge in sustainability.
Participants will have the opportunity to exercise creative and critical thinking skills, expand technical knowledge and historical understanding of the global sustainability movement, and apply the framework of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in their careers. The course will adopt a multiscale and interdisciplinary approach to sustainability through meaningful connections between environmental, social, and economic aspects of sustainable development while providing competencies that will inspire learners to continue their professional development as responsible citizens and forward-thinking leaders in the pursuit of sustainability within society.
Location
In-person
Language
English
Duration
5 Days
Program Start
21 March, 2023
Program End
25 March, 2023
Learning Outcomes
- Understand sustainable development models and principles and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
- Critically evaluate the complex drivers and consequences of global sustainability challenges.
- Identify relevant assessment tools and methodologies to evaluate or generate sustainability projects and policies.
- Apply a multidisciplinary systems approach to sustainability by incorporating environmental, social, and economic dimensions in project management.
- Apply critical and creative thinking skills for the development of theory to practice.
- Communicate science-based sustainability solutions to the public and to industrial, governmental, and institutional stakeholders.
- Acquire advanced transversal competencies in problem-solving, entrepreneurialism, innovation, and a life-long learning disposition.
Who Should Attend?
Professionals at all levels
Professionals at all levels who are looking to get more knowledge in sustainability to have an impact in a sustainability related role.
Proficiency of written and spoken English
The program will be delivered in English. Applicants should be proficient in written and spoken English.
Program Partner
King Abdullah University for Science and Technology
