Climate Change: Transforming your Organisation for Sustainability

This micro-credential course offers an opportunity for individuals across all sectors and levels to gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to drive their organization's response to climate change and other environmental challenges. Whether you want to make positive changes in your organization or enhance your career in sustainability, this course will equip you with sustainable design principles and the ability to create transformative change.

Throughout the course, you will learn about sustainability's economic, social, environmental, and global aspects. By studying case studies of individuals and organizations taking radical action, you will be inspired to make a difference. The course also provides the latest scientific facts on climate change and ecological crises, empowering you to understand their implications using various footprinting tools.

In addition to gaining knowledge, this micro-credential encourages you to reframe cultural norms professionally and personally. By examining different perspectives, you can develop a "big picture" view that encompasses the broader impact of your actions. You will also reflect on your leadership style and learn how to influence others toward transformative change.

The course emphasizes collaboration and stakeholder engagement by exploring emerging organizational models and new working methods. You will learn how to identify short-term wins that involve multiple stakeholders and create an environment that fosters collaboration for positive outcomes.

By the end of the micro-credential, you will have created your action plan to transform one aspect of your organization for sustainability. Throughout the 10-week duration, you will take weekly actions promoting sustainability while journaling about your challenges and reflecting on them.

Led by Dr. Victoria Hands, a seasoned sustainability practitioner with a Ph.D. in sustainable development implementation, this course is taught by Emma Dewberry, a Senior Lecturer in Design Ecologies at The Open University. Their expertise will guide you toward becoming a catalyst for positive change.

Overall, this micro-credential offers a comprehensive learning experience that combines scientific knowledge, practical skills, and a mindset shift toward sustainability. It empowers individuals to make a meaningful impact within their organizations and contribute to global efforts in addressing climate change and environmental sustainability.