Sustainability and Enterprise (Graduate Certificate)
ESG, Enterprise, Entrepreneurship, Environment, Social Change, Sustainability, Sustainable Business, environmental governance, global leadership
Modern enterprises such as traditional businesses, nonprofits and governments recognize the value of embedding sustainability into their operating strategies. Gain the expertise to guide organizations as they address today's challenges and evolve into the sustainable enterprises of the future.
Organizations are increasingly aware of the need to address sustainability challenges. The CEOs of large private sector companies and leaders in the public and nonprofit sectors agree that sustainability will be critical to the future success of their enterprises. New types of enterprise models, including hybrids, mission-driven enterprises, benefit corporations and cooperatives are emerging, and there is an increased demand for professionals who can guide enterprises to include sustainability principles in their operating strategies.
The graduate certificate in sustainability and enterprise prepares its graduates to advance sustainability practices and communicate sustainability as a means for transformational change, organizational success and innovation. It is designed for individuals who wish to develop the sustainable enterprises of the future and employ sustainability as a strategy for enterprise success.
Skills developed in this program include:
- applying personal collaborative strengths to work in teams to assess sustainability opportunities and strategies
- applying sustainability competencies to develop and implement enterprise improvement proposals
- communicating sustainable enterprise approaches, challenges, risks and opportunities
- critically assessing enterprises against a comprehensive set of sustainability criteria
- identifying opportunities that exist for enterprises that address sustainability problems
This graduate certificate in sustainability and enterprise may be paired with a graduate degree at ASU or completed on its own. If done independently, a graduate certificate does not meet the requirements for federal financial aid or a student visa.
- College/school:
College of Global Futures
- Location: Tempe
15 credit hours
Required Core (9 credit hours) Electives (6 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information
EMS 523 Strategic Sustainability and Leadership (3)
SOS 508 Pathways to Sustainability (3)
SOS 509 Leading Sustainability Transitions (3)
Students should see their program advisor for an approved list of electives.
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the College of Global Futures.
Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in sustainability, business or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
Applicants are required to submit:
- graduate admissions application and application fee
- official transcripts
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Admission Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of current residency. The School of Sustainability requires a score of at least 100 on the TOEFL iBT® taken in a testing center (or equivalent).
Applicants are not required to be currently enrolled in a graduate program at Arizona State University.
At this time, only applications for fall and spring session A are being accepted due to the availability of the core classes SOS 508 and SOS 509 in fall and spring session A only.
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session A/C | In Person | 07/15 | Final |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session A/C | In Person | 12/15 | Final |
The College of Global Futures offers a slate of study abroad programs and global intensive experiences every year which are led by faculty and open to undergraduate and graduate students. The specific offerings depend on faculty availability and interest.
The Fraser Global Mentorship Program provides global mentoring opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students in the School of Sustainability. If students in this certificate are simultaneously enrolled in the Master of Sustainability Solutions program, they are eligible to participate in the Fraser program.
Career examples include the following roles. Additional advanced degrees or certifications may be required for some careers.
- chief sustainability officer
- environmental scientist or specialist
- management analyst
- project manager
- sustainability consultant
- sustainability specialist
School of Sustainability
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WCPH 4th floor
sustainabilitygrad@asu.edu
480-727-6963
Admission deadlines
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
