308376 v.1 Graduate Diploma in Sustainability Management

Introduction

Sustainable development is about forms of progress that bring quality of life for all, without jeopardising the natural resource base on which all life on earth ultimately depends. Although sustainable development is now widely accepted as the inspirational goal for business, public sector and community development, both locally as well as globally, there is not yet widespread agreement on its implications. This course deals with the challenges posed by the global quest for more sustainable development and the opportunities this presents to businesses, governments and communities alike, locally, nationally and globally. It equips decision makers in the private and public sectors with the tools and skills to analyse sustainability issues, and plan, evaluate and manage organisational change to improve an organisation's economic, environmental and social performance. It is designed to learn from international and local best practice in dealing with sustainability issues, and applying sound management, policy and engineering practices to develop and implement effective strategies for organisations to improve their sustainability performance.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary education institution in an appropriate field of study, for example business, environmental science, engineering, health or arts, and a minimum of three years relevant work experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This fee paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation

All coursework units are delivered using four contact periods (held with three-weekly intervals) for three hours in the evening, followed by distance learning. Assignments focus on applying course content to real life sustainability case studies.

Professional Recognition

Not applicable.

Career Opportunities

Provides opportunities for students to extend their professional development into the area of sustainable development, and enable them to take leadership roles in transitioning their organisations to benefit from the opportunities presented by sustainability issues, locally, nationally and globally.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Special Note

Students should be aware that Eco-Efficiency 603, Environmental Studies 603 and Industrial Ecology 603 are shared units with the existing Graduate Certificate and Master of Cleaner Production. Students needing to exit this program following completion ofthese units might consider transferring into the Cleaner Production program and receiving Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) accordingly.

Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective/current students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.