Overview

Sustainable development is an increasingly important agenda in the world and in Singapore. With the push of the Singapore Green Plan 2030 and various industry regulations, we see a rapid increase in demand for sustainable development knowledge and skillsets within the workforce.

The Graduate Certificate in Sustainability (GCert in Sust PP) aims to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills to address industry demands, regulatory changes, and sustainability challenges in the dynamic environment. The programme aims to build a strong foundation for learners currently in or stepping into roles that lead sustainability initiatives, integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into the organisation’s strategy, operations, and culture.

The modules can be taken individually or stack towards a (GCert in Sust PP), and are each worth 3 credits. The Graduate Certificate in Sustainability supports the Engineering Chartership in Sustainability by the Institution of Engineers Singapore. SIT, one of two IHLs partnering with the IES Academy, offers the complete suite of modules for chartership candidates. 

Modules Available

Modules are stackable towards a Graduate Certificate in Sustainability. They can also be taken individually.

Candidates will be awarded an SIT GCert in Sust PP if they pass 6 modules totalling 18 credits. The GCert in Sust PP is also stackable to SIT’s future Master of Science (MSc) programmes.

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

List of Modules

Modules are stackable towards a GCert in Sust PP or can be taken individually:

CodeModuleCredits
SDE5401Fundamentals of Sustainable Development*3
SDE5402Carbon Accounting and Markets*3
SDE5403Sustainability Reporting and Practices *3
SDE5404Sustainability Legislation Frameworks*3
SDE5405Sustainable Roadmapping*3
SDE5406Circular Economy and Design*3


*These modules are pending funding approval from SkillsFuture Singapore.

Certificate and Assessment

A Certificate of Attainment for each module will be issued to candidates who

  • Attend at least 75% of each module, and
  • Undertake and pass credit-bearing assessment during the module

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

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