Online short course
Learn how to manage the risks and opportunities of climate change, lead the shift to net zero emissions, and restructure your business model for long-term value and resilience.
Develop a practical action plan to transition to net zero emissions
8 weeks, entirely online with self-paced weekly modules
Learn from CISL faculty and industry experts
This course is for you if:
This is your opportunity to unleash your potential for extraordinary impact. By completing a course with CISL, you will develop the skills, confidence and network to lead change in your sector, organisation and sphere of influence to make significant contributions to society. Extraordinary change happens when passionate and inspired individuals share a common purpose to drive meaningful impact for the collective good.
Course curriculum
Discover the impact and dependencies of climate change on society, the global economy, and your business.
Reimagine a more prosperous, net zero world and envision the milestones to get there.
Explore the risks and opportunities as the economic system is repurposed.
Discover the importance of policy and partnership in moving beyond business as usual.
Explore examples of success in moving from a carbon-intensive to a net zero economy.
On completion of this course, you’ll walk away with:
A real-world understanding of the multifaceted business risks posed by climate change, and the strategic opportunities and untapped value that arise from taking action.
Strategies for hybridising your professional skill set to make climate action a concrete part of your everyday role and responsibilities.
The ability to rewire your business model and drive collaborative action to foster long-term resilience and stimulate a triple bottom line of people, profit and planet.
An action plan to facilitate the transition to net zero emissions to help you set your organisation's sustainability objectives, enabling you to lead change in your context and beyond.
This course is certified by the United Kingdom CPD Certification Service, and may be applicable to individuals who are members of, or are associated with, UK-based professional bodies. The course has an estimated 80 hours of learning.
Note: should students wish to claim CPD activity, the onus is upon them. The University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership and GetSmarter accept no responsibility, and cannot be held responsible, for the claiming or validation of hours or points.
Course Convenors
Dimitri Zenghelis
Senior Associate, University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
Dimitri is a senior associate at CISL and the leader of the Wealth Economy project. He is also a senior visiting fellow at the Grantham Research Institute at the London School of Economics and Political Science. Dimitri advises a range of multinational, financial, and government institutions, including the Mayor of London and the UK Committee, on climate change.
Martin Roberts
Director of Digital Learning, the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
Martin joined CISL as a programme director in 2008. He is an expert in strategic thinking, sustainability and business leadership, having helped companies across sectors in Africa, Asia and Europe develop their own solutions to natural resource challenges. Martin is responsible for digital learning at CISL, and has a keen interest in using technology to create impactful educational opportunities, democratise learning and promote change. By heading the design and delivery of CISL’s popular portfolio of online courses, Martin has equipped thousands of business leaders to reshape their organisations and apply the innovative business models of the future.
“One of the best courses I have attended. Rich and well-structured content with a great mix of format, and a strong, dedicated team of tutors. The case studies and the assignments pushed me to explore new facets of the climate ‘systems’. If you feel the urge to act on climate change and want to equip yourself with knowledge and methods, this is a very effective place to start.”
– Jacques O., Senior Director of Marketing Analytics, Adidas
This University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership online short course is delivered in collaboration with online education provider GetSmarter. Join a growing community of global professionals, and benefit from the opportunity to:
Gain verifiable and relevant competencies and earn invaluable recognition from an international selection of universities and institutions, entirely online and in your own time.
Enjoy a personalised, people-mediated online learning experience created to make you feel supported at every step.
Experience a flexible but structured approach to online education as you plan your learning around your life to meet weekly milestones.
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