Fundamentals of Organizational Sustainability
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This course provides an introduction to foundational sustainability concepts and covers organizational sustainability through brief video lessons. In order for businesses and organizations to implement sustainability strategies, it is important to understand what sustainability is, the appropriate vernacular, and what sustainability means for an organization.
You will learn the basics about sustainability and gain the tools needed to begin to implement sustainability within your organization.
Partnership between Hochschule Fresenius and Arizona State University (ASU)
Hochschule Fresenius is proud of its partnership with the renowned Arizona State University (ASU). This collaboration offers our students unique opportunities to benefit from innovative learning concepts, gain international experience, and build valuable networks. Through StudyPLUS, students can directly benefit from this partnership – with access to exclusive masterclasses and the chance to earn an ASU certificate. This opens up a wide range of possibilities for interdisciplinary studies and hands-on projects that will significantly enhance your personal and professional development.
Duration: 1-2 hours
Location: Online
Modality: Self-paced
Module and Content:
This course includes a handful of modules that include short videos, readings, and an optional worksheet to test your knowledge of the material.
Learning Objectives:
The course covers these key topics:
- What is sustainability?
- Perceptions and realities of sustainability
- The challenges of sustainability ideas
- Sustainability as a business imperative
- The seeds of a sustainability strategy
- How to get started with sustainability in your organization…or take it to the next level
Who is this course designed for:
If you are interested in finding out more about foundational sustainability concepts and covers organizational sustainability
What you'll receive:
Upon finishing this course, students will receive an online certificate of completion.
Dein Experte
Ryan Johnson
- Ryan Johnson is the executive director of professional sustainability education and training in the School of Sustainability at Arizona State University – the first degree-granting school of sustainability in the U.S. In this role, Ryan helps organizations and individuals meet their sustainability goals through custom training programs, open-enrollment (non-degree) programs and partnerships. Prior to joining ASU, Ryan spent more than a decade at Arizona-based WorldatWork, an organization that delivers HR certifications and trainings to professionals worldwide. His last position at WorldatWork was Vice President and Executive Editor. Earlier in his career, Ryan was a client-facing consultant with both the Institute for Strategy Development (ISD) in Washington DC, and with Creative Healthcare Solutions (CHS), of Columbus, Ohio. In the early 1990s, Ryan completed a graduate degree at ASU and subsequently spent seven years at ASU’s Morrison Institute for Public Policy. Ryan began his career on the staff of the U.S. House of Representatives’ Committee on Small Business.
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Benefit from ASU Cooperation
Gain access to top-notch content developed by the renowned Arizona State University (ASU). Learn from the best and enhance your knowledge for success in the digital age.
On-Demand Learning
Learn anytime, anywhere! With our flexible online platform, you have the freedom to set your own pace and seamlessly integrate learning into your daily routine.
Certificates upon Completion
Upon completing the course, you’ll receive a recognized certificate that validates your newly acquired skills and enhances your career opportunities.
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