Advanced Certificate in Sustainable Play and Systems Thinking

• Advanced Systems Thinking & Modeling: This unit will cover advanced concepts in systems thinking, including system dynamics and causal loop diagrams. Students will learn how to model complex systems and understand their behavior over time.
• Sustainable Design Principles: This unit will explore the principles of sustainable design, with a focus on creating products, services, and systems that meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
• Eco-Innovation & Sustainable Entrepreneurship: This unit will introduce students to the concept of eco-innovation and sustainable entrepreneurship, including the development of new business models that prioritize sustainability and environmental impact.
• Measuring Sustainability Performance: This unit will cover various methods for measuring sustainability performance, including life cycle assessment, carbon footprinting, and sustainability reporting. Students will learn how to use these tools to track progress and make informed decisions about sustainability initiatives.
• Sustainable Supply Chain Management: This unit will explore the challenges and opportunities associated with managing sustainable supply chains. Students will learn how to develop and implement sustainable procurement policies and practices, and how to collaborate with suppliers to reduce environmental impact.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration: This unit will cover strategies for engaging stakeholders and building collaborative partnerships to advance sustainability goals. Students will learn how to use tools such as materiality assessments and stakeholder mapping to identify key stakeholders and develop effective engagement strategies.
• Sustainability in the Circular Economy: This unit will explore the principles of the circular economy and how they can be applied to promote sustainability. Students will learn about circular business models, product design for the circular economy, and the role of remanufacturing and recycling in promoting sustainability.
• Sustainable Urban Planning & Development: This unit will cover the principles of sustainable urban planning and development, including smart growth, transit-oriented development, and green infrastructure. Students will learn how to apply these principles to promote sustainability in urban areas.
• Sustainable Food Systems: This unit will explore the challenges and opportunities associated with creating sustainable food systems. Students will learn about topics such as urban agriculture, food waste