Course Overview

Domain
Engineering
Format
Modular Certification Course
Duration
3 days
Fee Subsidy
Up to 90% SF Funding

This module is pending funding approval from SkillsFuture Singapore

Explore the integration of sustainability into various facets of organisational operations and decision-making processes.

This module delves into the principles, strategies, and tools necessary for fostering sustainability within organisations. Through a combination of theoretical insights, case studies, and practical exercises, learners will develop a comprehensive understanding of sustainable practices and learn how to create effective roadmaps for implementing sustainable initiatives within their organisation.

This module is part of the Graduate Certificate in Sustainability (GCert in Sust PP) and supports the Engineering Chartership in Sustainability by the Institution of Engineers Singapore. SIT, one of two IHLs partnering with the IES Academy, offers the full suite of modules for those pursuing the chartership.
 

Who Should Attend

Learners who are seeking to enhance their expertise in environmental sustainability across diverse industry sectors, including sustainability officers, policymakers, managers, and business owners.

Prerequisites
  • For learners who are not pursuing Engineering Sustainability Chartership:
    • A Bachelor's degree from a recognised university
  • For learners who are pursuing Engineering Sustainability Chartership:
    • An engineering degree or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Professional Engineers Board Singapore (PEB)
    • A STEM-based degree meeting the Chartered Engineer (CEng) qualification requirements (IES chapter) and seek CEng accreditation

What You Will Learn

  • Explain the concept of sustainability and its relevance to contemporary organisations
  • Identify the various dimensions of sustainability, including environmental, social, and
    economic aspects
  • Examine the challenges and opportunities associated with integrating sustainability into
    organisational strategies
  • Analyse different approaches to sustainable development and their implications for
    organisational performance
  • Demonstrate skills in creating sustainable roadmaps tailored to organisational needs and
    contexts
  • Critically evaluate the role of stakeholders in promoting sustainability within organisations

Teaching Team

Simon Kuik
Simon Kuik

President, Association of Singapore Marine and Offshore Energy Industries (ASMI)

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Mark Shan Chian Teo
Mark Shan Chian Teo

Assistant Professor , Business, Communication and Design, Singapore Institute of Technology

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Certificate and Assessment

A Certificate of Attainment will be issued to participants who:

  • Attend at least 75% of the module; and
  • Undertake and pass credit bearing assessment (worth 3 credits) during the module, which can be stacked towards the Graduate Certificate in Sustainability Principles and Practices

Participants who meet the attendance requirement but do not pass the assessment will receive a Certificate of Participation.

Assessment Plan

Learners will have to complete a project assignment.

Fee Structure

The full fee for this course is S$3,597.00

CategoryAfter SF Funding
Singapore Citizen (Below 40)S$1,079.10
Singapore Citizen (40 & Above)S$419.10
Singapore PR / LTVP+ HolderS$1,079.10
Non-Singapore CitizenS$3,597.00


Note: 

  • This module is pending funding approval from SkillsFuture Singapore
  • All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
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Learning Pathway

Environmental Sustainability Measurement and Management

Earn a Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Sustainability Principles and Practices is designed to equip professionals with the sustainability-related expertise to navigate industry demands, regulatory shifts, and sustainability challenges in the evolving landscape.

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