(SCTP) Advanced Certificate in Driving Sustainability for the Future: The Future of Work through a Sustainable Lens
- Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance
This module is conducted online and on-campus.
To use your SkillsFuture Credit, please submit your claim through our payment portal. Do not submit the claim manually via the SkillsFuture page. Please refer to our step-by-step guide here.
Please refer to respective modules for the dates and times.
Intake 12: 5 Sept 2026 to 27 Feb 2027 [Open for Registration]
[All interested learners will be invited for an online interview before registration.]
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for individuals primarily seeking employment within conventional organisations and enterprises that do not have a specific emphasis on sustainability but are considering the recruitment of sustainability-related roles. It is not intended for those individuals who are interested in joining businesses with a well-established specialisation in the field of sustainability.
Overview
The market for sustainability and climate action in Singapore has expanded significantly in recent years. In Singapore, the movement towards sustainability has begun accelerating on several fronts: from smart logistics and master planning to the increase in demand for smart and green buildings. Globally, businesses are recognising the opportunities and benefits of adopting corporate sustainability.
The emerging green sector is poised for growth in years to come and is increasingly being regarded as a sector with job opportunities in many areas. To take on jobs in this sector, it is important that its working people be equipped with the relevant skills. This certificate aims to prepare participants for this expanding sustainability sector, containing modules that will teach them the knowledge and expertise required, giving participants the confidence to enter and excel in this dynamic industry.
Programme Partner
Bridging the great divide between the talk and action, accelerating the Sustainable Development agenda from intention to implementation – GoImpact means impact made easy and actionable. GoImpact is an ecosystem developed to connect the dots and provide action enablers built around 3 key pillars:
- GoLearn (education);
- GoNetwork (structured advocacy);
- GoInvest (deal flow platform for sustainable investments)
Through its partners network with online-to-offline initiatives, GoImpact connects investors with deals relevant to their interests and provide learning opportunities to drive real change by example for everyone who is keen to understand more about the Sustainable Finance agenda.
Programme Director
Sustainable Living Lab (SL2) is a sustainability consultancy and innovation lab founded in Singapore in 2011, specialising in creating and implementing rapidly evolving, impactful solutions. Their expertise lies in leveraging technology, as a tool for sustainability, with a strong emphasis on a community-driven approach to implementation.
SL2's practical yet ambitious approach has helped them build a client base across governments, international development organisations, leading multinational corporations (MNCs), and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Headquartered in Singapore, they have established a strong presence in Asia and beyond, with strategically located offices in India, Indonesia, and the United States enabling them to effectively engage, understand, and tailor their solutions to specific contexts.
Topic/Structure
- Foundations of Sustainability and the Future of Work
- Carbon and Environmental Systems Management and the Future for Renewable Energies
- Sustainable Supply Chains and Circular Economy for Future-ready Businesses
- Enhancing Social Values, Corporate Governance, and Ethics for Sustainable Business
- ESG Risk Management and Sustainable Finance
- ESG Reporting and Communication
- Corporate Site Visits: Green Destination 1, 2 & 3
- Sustainability Capstone Project and Career Advisory
Assessment
As part of the requirement for SkillsFuture Singapore, there will be an assessment conducted at the end of every module. The mode of assessment, which is up to the trainer’s discretion, may be an online quiz, a presentation or based on classroom exercises.
Participants are required to attain a minimum of 75% attendance and pass the associated assessment for each of the 10 modules in order to be eligible for programme funding and to be awarded the digital (SCTP) Advanced Certificate in Driving Sustainability for the Future: The Future of Work through a Sustainable Lens issued by SMU Academy.
Fee Table
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PARTICIPANT PROFILE |
SELF-SPONSORED |
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Singapore Citizen < 40 years old Permanent Resident
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$6,278.401 |
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Singapore Citizen ≥ 40 years old4 |
$2,438.402 |
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Singapore Citizens who qualify for AFS |
$1,478.403 |
All prices include 9% GST
1 Up to 70% course fee funding
2 Up to 90% course fee funding under SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy ("MCES")
3 Up to 95% course fee funding under Additional Funding Support ("AFS") where participants must be:
- Singapore Citizens; and
- Long-term unemployed individuals (6 months or more); or
- Individuals in need of financial assistance [ComCare Short-to-Medium Term Assistance (SMTA) recipients or Workfare Income Supplement (WIS) recipients]; or
- Persons with disabilities
4 SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme for Mid-Career Individuals (NEW)
A SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) top-up of $4,000 will be provided to Singaporeans aged 40 years and above to further offset out-of-pocket course fees for this programme.
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.
Intake Information
Intake 12: 5 Sept 2026 to 27 Feb 2027 [Open for Registration]
[All interested learners will be invited for an online interview before registration.]
| Modules | Intake 12 [Open for Registration] |
|---|---|
| Foundations of Sustainability and the Future of Work | 5, 7, 9 & 11 Sep 2026 |
| Carbon and Environmental Systems Management and the future for Renewable Energies | 19, 21, 23 & 25 Sep 2026 |
| Sustainable Supply Chains and Circular Economy for Future-ready Businesses | 3, 5, 7 & 9 Oct 2026 |
| Enhancing Social Values, Corporate Governance, and Ethics for Sustainable Business | 24, 26, 28 & 30 Oct 2026 |
| ESG Risk Management and Sustainable Finance | 14, 16, 18 & 20 Nov 2026 |
| ESG Reporting and Communication | 5, 7, 9 & 11 Dec 2026 |
| Corporate Site Visits: Green Destination 1, 2 & 3 | 7, 20 Jan & 3 Feb 2027 |
| Sustainability Capstone Project and Career Advisory | 17 Oct 2026 to 27 Feb 2027 |
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Additional Details
Learners enrolled in SMUA’s SkillsFuture Career Transition Programmes (SCTP) may be eligible for a flat $300 monthly SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance (Part-time Training Allowance), which helps ease the financial impact while they upgrade their skills.
For more information, please refer to the MySkillsFuture’s Mid-Career Training Allowance page.
