The Program
Description:
With Isenberg’s Sustainable Business Practice Certificate, the grass really is greener on the other side. Become a strategic, forward-thinking business leader who knows the value of sustainable business practices. The planet (and your bottom line) will thank you.
Isenberg’s Sustainable Business Practice Certificate will give you the knowledge you need. You’ll be able to help companies implement socially, environmentally and economically responsible business practices that are also strategic, savvy, innovative and cost effective. And you’ll learn how to identify business opportunities related to sustainability.
The program is flexible enough to fit your needs and rigorous enough to make you competitive. Learn from experts—the same faculty who teach on campus—who will introduce you to the challenges of sustainability and how business organizations can play a constructive role in addressing them. As part of the Isenberg School of Management, you’ll experience a world-renowned business education and a strong alumni network.
Requirements:
All of the certificate courses must be taken through UMass Amherst. Prerequisite courses (MANAGMNT 260 and MARKETNG 301) are waived for students earning certificates.
Core courses:
- MANAGMNT 366: Foundations of Sustainable Enterprise
- MANAGMNT 391E: Environmental Law
- MANAGMNT 462: Social Entrepreneurship
Electives (Choose 2):
- ACCOUNTG 221: Principles of Financial Accounting
- MANAGMNT 301: Principles of Management
- MARKETNG 491SM: Marketing for Sustainable Business
- SSP 397EV: Environmental Economics
How to Apply:
Students need to apply to the Sustainable Business certificate. There is no deadline to apply. Successful applicants should have completed 24 credits of college level coursework or have two years relevant work experience.
Tuition:
Class fees for UWW session classes are charged per credit. Per credit fees vary based on course and program. Exact per credit and course costs can be found in the Restrictions/Notes section on the class in SPIRE.