Program Overview

Sustainability Program Overview

The Sustainability program is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop a background in sustainability-related skills, knowledge, and best practices. The program is open enrolment, which means there is no formal application or admission procedure.

Program Details

• The program consists of four online courses: Principles of Sustainability, Practices for Sustainable Living, Practices for Sustainable Business, and Responsible Production and Consumption.
• Each course is approximately 2.5 hours per week and can be completed in 3+ months.
• The program is taught by industry experts and features instructor-led lectures, group discussions, and individual and small group practical application activities.
• Upon successful completion of three out of four courses, students will receive a digital certificate of completion.

Admission Requirements

• The program is open to anyone with an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, or those who are deemed mature students.
• Students must have knowledge and skills with general computer applications, such as keyboarding, file management, video conferencing, and word processing.
• If English is not the student's native language, they must meet McMaster University's English proficiency requirements.

Course Schedule

• The course schedule is subject to change, but typically includes:
  • Principles of Sustainability (SUS 101): $310.00, 6-8 hours of study per week
  • Practices for Sustainable Living (SUS 102): $310.00, 6-8 hours of study per week
  • Practices for Sustainable Business (SUS 103): $310.00, 6-8 hours of study per week
  • Responsible Production and Consumption (SUS 104): $310.00, 6-8 hours of study per week

Career Opportunities

• The program can lead to rewarding careers, such as:
  • Sustainability Specialist
  • Sustainability Manager
  • Environmental Consulting
  • "Green" positions in various industries, including construction, renewable energy project management, and green technologies

What Participants Say

• The program has been praised by participants for its flexibility, informative content, and engaging instructors.
• Participants have reported gaining valuable knowledge and skills, as well as making significant lifestyle changes and advancing their careers in sustainability.

Other Programs

• Management Principles and Practices Program
• Human Resources Management Program
• Business Administration Program

Registration

• To register for the program, visit the McMaster Continuing Education website and follow the registration steps.
• Payment must be made in full at the time of enrolment, and online credit card or debit payments are preferred.