Advanced Certificate in Sustainability and Sustainable Businesses
- Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance
- Innovation & Business Improvement
This programme is conducted on-campus.
Please refer to respective modules for dates.
Singapore Management University
Who Should Attend
- Professionals with a minimum of two years of working experience
- Anyone keen on deepening their skills and knowledge in corporate sustainability or seeking a career change
Overview
The Advanced Certificate in Sustainability and Sustainable Businesses, a joint program by UN Global Compact Network Singapore (GCNS) and SMU Academy, addresses the UN Sustainable Development Goals by offering a comprehensive curriculum which is aligned with global sustainability goals and local initiatives in Singapore, equipping participants with the necessary skills to navigate the evolving sustainability landscape.
Our sustainability course is intricately aligned with Singapore’s Green Plan 2030. The programme covers essential topics such as climate change, sustainable finance, circular economy, and corporate sustainability reporting and strategies, supporting Singapore’s journey towards a sustainable economy.
This comprehensive approach equips participants with a holistic understanding of sustainability issues preparing participants to lead sustainability initiatives within their organisations.
Participants learn from experienced faculty and industry experts, gaining insights that are both theoretical and practical and up-to-date with the latest sustainability trends and best practices.
UN Global Compact Network Singapore (GCNS) is the Singapore chapter of the United Nations Global Compact.
As the national lead agency promoting corporate sustainability, GCNS provides an ecosystem for companies to align strategies and operations with universal principles on human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption, and take actions to achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through various platforms for multi-stakeholder engagement and collective action, GCNS advances the stewardship of sustainable business practices and Singapore’s national agenda of becoming a regional sustainable business hub. In addition, GCNS nurtures the next generation of responsible business leaders through its youth initiatives. GCNS is a stakeholder of the Global Reporting Initiative and supports the Singapore chapter of the World Bank Group's Carbon Pricing Leadership Coalition (CPLC).
Learning Objectives
- Enhance Sustainability Knowledge and Skills
Broaden and deepen your understanding of critical corporate sustainability concepts, frameworks, and best practices - Apply Sustainability in Practice
Learn through application-oriented pedagogies that incorporate hands-on activities, case studies, and discussions - Develop Sustainability Leadership Competencies
Acquire the skills to lead sustainability initiatives and drive change within your organisation - Expand Your Sustainability Network
Connect with a diverse community of sustainability professionals, experts, and practitioners
By completing this programme, you will gain fundamental skills and knowledge in sustainability, giving you a strong starting point for understanding environmental stewardship and sustainable practices, and potentially opening pathways to further education and roles within the sustainability sector.
Topic/Structure
To achieve the Advanced Certificate in Sustainability and Sustainable Businesses, participants will need to complete the following modules offered by SMU Academy:
Module 1: Introduction to Sustainability and Strategic Community Investment
Module 2: Environmental & Carbon Management For a Sustainable Economy
Module 3: Sustainable Supply Chain and the Circular Economy
Module 4: Governance, Labour, Human Rights Management and Business Integrity
Module 5: Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing
Module 6: Sustainability Reporting and Strategic Communication
Assessment
Participants are required to complete an assignment-based project.
CERTIFICATION
Upon completion of all 6 modules, participants will be awarded a digital Advanced Certificate in Sustainability and Sustainable Businesses.
Calculate Programme Fee
Fee Table
| COMPANY-SPONSORED | |||
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PARTICIPANT PROFILE |
SELF-SPONSORED |
SME |
NON-SME |
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Singapore Citizen < 40 years old Permanent Resident LTVP+
|
$3,139.20 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
$1,219.20 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$3,139.20 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
|
Singapore Citizen ≥ 40 years old |
$1,219.20 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$1,219.20 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$1,219.20 (After SSG Funding 70% |
|
International Participant |
$10,464 (No Funding) |
$10,464 (No Funding) |
$10,464 (No Funding) |
All prices include 9% GST
Post Secondary Education Account (PSEA)
PSEA can be utilised for subsidised programmes eligible for SkillsFuture Credit support. Click here to find out more.
Self Sponsored
SkillsFuture Credit
Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above may use their SkillsFuture Credits to pay for the course fees. The credits may be used on top of existing course fee funding.
This is only applicable to self-sponsored participants. Application to utilise SkillsFuture Credits can be submitted when making payment for the course via the SMU Academy TMS Portal, and can only be made within 60 days of course start date.
Please click here for more information on the SkillsFuture Credit. For help in submitting an SFC claim, you may wish to refer to our step-by-step guide on claiming SkillsFuture Credits (Individual).Workfare Skills Support Scheme
From 1 July 2023, the Workfare Skills Support (WSS) scheme has been enhanced. Please click here for more details.
Company Sponsored
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS)
- Organisation must be registered or incorporated in Singapore
- Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million
- Trainees must be hired in accordance with the Employment Act and fully sponsored by their employers for the course
- Trainees must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
- Trainees must not be a full-time national serviceman
- Trainees will be able to enjoy ETSS funding only if the company's SME's status has been approved. To verify your SME's status, please click here.
Please click here for more information on ETSS.
Absentee Payroll
Companies who sponsor their employees for the course may apply for Absentee Payroll here. For more information, please refer to:
AP Guide (Non-SME Companies)
Declaration Guide (SME Companies)
Intake Information
| Modules | Next Intake |
|---|---|
| Module 1: Introduction to Sustainability and Strategic Community Investment | 14 & 15 Jan 2025 [Open for Registration] |
| Module 2: Environmental & Carbon Management for a Sustainable Economy | 21 & 22 Jan 2025 [Open for Registration] |
| Module 3: Sustainable Supply Chain and the Circular Economy | 4 & 5 Feb 2025 [Open for Registration] |
| Module 4: Governance, Labour, Human Rights Management and Business Integrity | 11 & 12 Feb 2025 [Open for Registration] |
| Module 5: Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing | 18 & 19 Feb 2025 [Open for Registration] |
| Module 6: Sustainability Reporting and Strategic Communication | 4 Mar & 15 Apr 2025 [Open for Registration] |
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