Faculty of Social Sciences

Sagicor Cave Hill School of Business and Management

Executive Education

Professional Diploma in Sustainability Management

Registration is Open

Overview

Execute Sustainable Change from the Ground Up

Concerns about the environment and social well-being have steadily grown in relation to organisational business practices worldwide. As a leader in your sphere of influence, you have a responsibility to balance your company’s financial performance with its environmental and social impact. No longer is the issue of sustainability an option for your organisation – it is an imperative. Plant and nurture the seeds of tomorrow with the SCHSBM’s Professional Diploma in Sustainability Management and learn how to create and integrate sustainable business practices in your organisation. Build and present a winning case to your shareholders and investors on the importance of conserving and preserving resources all while managing for profitability.

 

This programme will help you cultivate the skills and vision to translate sustainability goals into realistic and coherent plans that align with your organisation’s objectives. It will enable you to develop a strategic approach that can balance the needs and expectations of various stakeholders, as well as the opportunities and risks of the market. In this programme, you will learn how to reduce your organisation’s waste, energy consumption, and greenhouse gas emissions, thus enabling you to lower your operational costs, enhance your corporate reputation, and attract new customers and investors who value sustainability. Lead the charge toward a more sustainable future with this Professional Diploma in Sustainability Management.

Learning Objectives

  • Take the lead in shaping your organisation’s approach to sustainability.
  • Foster comprehensive sustainable change in your organisation.
  • Preserve and enhance your environmental capital and societal well-being.

At a Glance

Course Duration:

April 21st – July 7th, 2026

Times:

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 - 8:30 PM AST

Certificate Awarded:

Professional Development Certificate of Competence

Cost:

US $2,500.00 US $1,750.00
Register and pay 50% by January 31, 2026 and receive 30% OFF!

 

Registration Deadline:

Modality:

Online

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Direct Contacts

Wanda Monrose 

Additional Information

Programme Curriculum

  • Module 1: Overview of Sustainability Management

 

  • Exploring Sustainability
    • Defining Sustainability and its Importance
    • The Pillars of Sustainability: Social, Environmental, and Economic Factors
    • Sustainability Agenda: Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their Significance
  • Sustainable Business Practices
    • Incorporating Sustainability into your Business Strategy
    • Making the Business Case for Sustainability
    • The Role of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in Sustainability Management
  • Environment Impact Assessment
    • Assessing Environmental Impacts
    • The Carbon Economy and Carbon Foot Printing
    • Conservation and Sustainable Resource Management

 

  • Module 2: Sustainable Supply Chain Management

 

  • Supply Chain Sustainability
    • Examining the Concept of a Sustainable Supply Chain
    • The Opportunities and Challenges in Supply Chain Sustainability
    • Supplier Engagement and Collaboration
  • Sustainable Procurement
    • Sustainable Sourcing and Responsible Purchasing Practices
    • Supplier Evaluation and Selection Criteria
    • Sustainable Procurement Policies
  • Sustainable Transportation and Logistics
    • Sustainable Modes of Transportation and Practices
    • Green Logistics and Distribution Strategies
    • Delivery Optimisation and Alternative Fuels

 

  • Module 3: Energy and Resource Management

 

  • Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency
    • Energy Management Systems and Energy Audits
    • Energy-Efficient Technologies
    • Utilisation of Renewable Energy Sources
  • Waste Management
    • Reducing Waste and Recycling Strategies
    • Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
    • Hazardous Waste Management and Disposal
  • Water Management
    • Water Conservation and Implementing Efficiency Measures
    • Treatment of Wastewater and its Reuse
    • Water Footprint Analysis and Management

 

  • Module 4: Social Sustainability and Stakeholder Engagement

 

  • Social Impact Assessment
    • Deconstructing Social Sustainability and its Associated Human Rights Issues
    • Methodologies used in Social Impact Assessment
    • Stakeholder Analysis
  • Diversity and Inclusion
    • Building an Inclusive and Diverse Workplace
    • Equal Employment Opportunities and Diversity Policies
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
    • Identifying the Stakeholder Landscape
    • Engaging and Influencing Stakeholders
    • Sustainability Reporting and Communication Frameworks

 

  • Module 5: Product Development and Sustainable Innovation

 

  • Sustainable Innovation and Design
    • Fundamentals Of Sustainable Design
    • Eco-Design Thinking
    • Circular Economy Concepts and Practices
  • Sustainable Product Development
    • Sustainable Materials and Product Sourcing
    • Product Life Cycle Assessment and Life Cycle-based Eco-labels
    • Sustainable Packaging and Product End-Of-Life Management

 

  • Module 6: Executing Sustainability Strategies

 

  • Accounting and Finance for Sustainability
  • Sustainable Change Leadership: Change Management Tools and Techniques
  • Setting Priorities
  • Execution Risks

 

  • Module 7: Measuring and Reporting Sustainability Management Performance

 

  • Sustainability Performance Measurement
    • Identifying the KPIs for Sustainability
    • Setting Sustainability Targets and Benchmarking
    • Sustainability Data Collection and Management Systems
  • Sustainability Reporting and Assurance
    • The Regulatory Landscape
    • Global Reporting Frameworks
    • Tools for Sustainability Reporting
    • Materiality Assessment and Reporting
  • Continuous Improvement and Integration
    • Embedding Sustainability into Organisational Culture
    • Developing Sustainability Action Plans
    • Continuous Improvement and Monitoring

Programme Highlights

  • Unearth the dimensions of sustainability
  • Explore the functions and roles of ESGs and SDGs in the corporate world and sustainable development
  • Receive guidance on implementing sustainable business practices in your organisation from subject matter experts

This programme is designed for:

  • Chief Sustainability Officers
  • Sustainability and Environmental Managers
  • Business Unit and Functional Leaders
  • Operations Managers
  • Government Officials working in sustainability management
  • Professionals across various sectors who want to incorporate and better execute sustainable business practices in their business operations

All notification of cancellations, deferrals, and substitutions must be received in writing. Please submit your request via e-mail to schsbmopen@cavehill.uwi.edu

CANCELLATIONS

  • The Sagicor Cave Hill School of Business and Management (SCHSBM) reserves the right to make changes to any printed or online information on short courses, instructors, or course information; or cancel any short course due to under-subscription or circumstances beyond its control.
  • Delegates will be notified at least seven (7) days before the start of any course that must be cancelled.
  • Fees for short courses cancelled by the SCHSBM will be refunded in full.
  • The SCHSBM will not be liable for any loss, damages or other expenses that result from course cancellations.

REFUNDS

Due to the costs incurred for program preparation and administration any cancellations received 30 days or less from the program start date are subject to fees as described below. For programs with a virtual component, the start date will be considered the first day of live learning.

Written notice of cancellation received by SCHSBM Refund
30 days or more before the start of the specific course 100% of course fees.
29 to 15 days before the start of the specific course 50% of course fees.
14 days or less before the start of the specific course No refund

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