Sustainability Manager
two courses
"Learn how to manage your company in a way that leaves a minimal impact on the planet!"
Courses and prices
Sustainability manager (foundation) BASIC
(understanding sustainability, RECP, social responsibility basics, LCC and more)
Includes:
Studying with individual tutor support
Access to a full e-learning course for 6 weeks
Feedback on assignments
Priority email support
A certificate of completion of the course
Price: 980€
Sustainability manager (foundation) CERTIFIED
(RECP water, energy, materials, stakeholder involvement, eco design and more)
Includes:
Studying with individual tutor support
Access to a full e-learning course for 6 weeks
Feedback on assignments
Priority email support
A certificate of completion of the course
ECQA exam & certificate
Price: 1.220€
Sustainability manager (advanced) BASIC
(understanding sustainability, RECP, social responsibility basics, LCC and more)
Includes:
Studying with individual tutor support
Access to a full e-learning course for 6 weeks
Feedback on assignments
Priority email support
A certificate of completion of the course
Price: 980€
Sustainability manager (advanced) CERTIFIED
(RECP water, energy, materials, stakeholder involvement, eco-design and more)
Includes:
Studying with individual tutor support
Access to a full e-learning course for 6 weeks
Feedback on assignments
Priority email support
A certificate of completion of the course
ECQA exam & certificate
Price: 1.220€
What does the course involve?
Title
ECQA Certified Sustainability Manager
Length (online)
6 weeks' access to the online classroom.
Material and exam language
English.
Your time investment
8–16 hours per week.
Learning content
13 (Foundation)/11 (Advanced) lessons
11 (Foundation)/9 (Advanced) practical assignments evaluated by an expert
11 (Foundation)/9 (Advanced) handbooks (presentation and notes, 20–40 pages per study unit), which can also be downloaded as PDF
13 (Foundation)/9 (Advanced) introductory texts
5 (Foundation) videos
12 (Foundation)/9 (Advanced) short practice tests (4–6 questions each).
Certificates
Certificate of online classroom attendance (a prerequisite for the final ECQA exam).
ECQA certificate (after successfully passing the exam).
Certification levels
There are three levels of certification for ECSM: Foundation, Advanced and Trainer.
Learning outcomes
You will be able to empower organisations to become leaders in sustainability.
Develop and improve ecological, economic and social responsibility aspects at organisational and system levels.
Contribute to capacity building in sustainability.
Access
You can access the online classroom via PC/Mac (browser), smartphone (Android and IOS app), tablet or smart TV.
Who is the course for?
Especially for
Responsible managers and directors of industrial, academic and governmental organisations.
Designers and managers of products, services and/or processes.
Master and PhD students.
Recommended prerequisites
Foundation level
Strong motivation and interest in sustainability, leadership and management topics.
At least some experience in the field.
Basic sustainability knowledge gained by self-study or other courses in your country (example: local CSR and Sustainability management course by IRDO).
Advanced level
Completion of Foundation level (all learning elements) is mandatory.
Why should I take this course?
By participating in this course, you will gain knowledge in the field of sustainable management.
You will be able to achieve more in the field of sustainability for your company.
You can obtain the ECQA (European Certification and Qualification) certificate.
"Become a real leader, one with a holistic view of the company, its stakeholders and environment."
How is training delivered?
In your company. Live courses for closed groups are available on demand all over the EU. If you're interested please contact us.
Schedule
Online training is a six-week course, available from anywhere. Depending on your previous knowledge, you will have to invest 6–8 hours per learning element. There are 11 learning elements for the Foundation level and 9 for the Advanced level.
Not sure if online learning is right for you?
If you're not sure if online learning is right for you, please check the details about the e-learning platform and process.
Still not sure? Check out the e-learning platform preview.
Technical requirements
E-learning
Any modern computer, tablet or smartphone is appropriate (for studying). The participant needs a web browser and internet connection. For assignment preparation, the Office software package (text editor and spreadsheet editor) is required. For tutor support, a headset is required.
The online study starts the day after the application and payment of the invoice.
Online exam
Any computer (Windows, Mac) with a webcam, microphone and latest webcam drivers. Please check the minimum system requirements.
Course outline
Understanding sustainability
Dimensions of sustainability – ecology, economy, and society (Foundation level)
Relevant standards and norms (Foundation level)
Technical resource efficiency management
Resource efficiency and cleaner production methodology (RECP) (Foundation level)
RECP water efficiency management (Advanced level)
RECP energy efficiency management (Advanced level)
RECP materials and waste management (Advanced level)
Social responsibility
Introduction to social responsibility (Foundation level)
Stakeholder involvement (Advanced level)
Social impact assessment (Foundation level)
Sustainability and eco-design
Life cycle concepts (Foundation level)
Eco-design and sustainability (Advanced level)
Life cycle assessment (Foundation level)
Life cycle costing (Advanced level)
Management for sustainability
Innovation for sustainability (Foundation level)
Business model innovation for sustainability (Foundation level)
Design for a sustainable value chain (Advanced level)
Strategic sustainability management (Foundation level)
Deployment of sustainability in the organisation (Advanced level)
Leadership in sustainability (Foundation level)
Communication challenges for sustainability (Advanced level)
Overview of the course structure
Details of the course structure
Levels
1. Registration
Choose the package and apply for online training.
After registration, please wait for the invoice.
2. Prices and payment
Within 24 hours of confirming your registration, you will receive a proforma invoice and instructions for payment.
Full packages
See the full packages and prices >>
Exam only
Online (first attempt): 232€
Online (subsequent attempts): 196€ each
Access extension (after access expires)
If you don't complete the course in six weeks, you can always extend your access:
50€/month (Credit card/PayPal fee +2€)
Accepted payment methods
Bank transfer
PayPal
Credit card = Visa, Mastercard, American Express
+ transfer fees: Bank transfer: 0€, credit card and Paypal +40€
3. Access to the online classroom
After payment, your e-learning account will be activated. You will also receive information on how to access learning materials and assignments.
4. Exam and certification
After you complete the course, you can apply for the external ECQA exam and certificate:
Exam
The examination is limited to 2 hours.
After the exam, you will receive your ECQA certificate.
What do you get with a certificate?
Once you have obtained your certificate after successfully completing the exam, you will be able to make easier, better decisions about sustainable development in your company.
The certificate also raises your value in the labour market. Getting a certificate is optional, for those who want more.
Online expert
Dr Tomislav Rozman, Certified ECQA Sustainability Management Trainer
Frequently asked questions
How much time do I need to dedicate to the course?
It depends on your background. On average, 6–8 hours are needed to finish one learning element, slightly more if you decide to finish the practical assignments. There are 11 modules at the foundation level and 9 at the advanced level.
What kind of questions can I expect in the ECQA exam?
Examples of multiple-choice questions in each lesson give you a good insight into the exam questions.
Can I download and print the materials for later use?
Of course, the materials are available in PDF format too.
How long do I have access to the e-learning platform?
Six weeks after registration.
Is it possible to extend access after the expiry date?
Yes, an extension of access is possible. The extension fee is 50€/month.
How does online mentoring work?
On-demand. The participant prepares questions and issues and informs the mentor. Afterwards, an online session (e.g. using Skype) is held.
What if I fail the ECQA exam?
Please check the Examination and certification FAQ >>.
Statistics and participant testimonials
Statistics
Since 2013 over 200 participants in the EU and further afield have attended this course.
Participant locations
Participants of our online course have come from Romania, Slovenia, Austria, France, Belgium.
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