SDG 11: Cities Courses and Certifications

Greening the Economy: Sustainable Cities

53 reviews

This course explores sustainable cities as engines for greening the economy in Europe and around the world. We place cities in the context of sustainable urban transformation and climate change. We connect the key trends of urbanization, decarbonisation…

• Coursera
• 9 hours 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

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The Age of Sustainable Development

13 reviews

The Age of Sustainable Development" gives students an understanding of the key challenges and pathways to sustainable development - that is, economic development that is also socially inclusive and environmentally sustainable.

• Coursera
• 30 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Introduction to Sustainability

15 reviews

This course introduces the academic approach of Sustainability and explores how today’s human societies can endure in the face of global change, ecosystem degradation and resource limitations.

• Coursera
• 25 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Age of Sustainable Development

10 reviews

Learn the basics of sustainable development -- what it is, why it's important and how we can achieve it.

• edX
• 14 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Greening the Economy: Lessons from Scandinavia

7 reviews

This course will explore greening the economy on four levels – individual, business, city, and nation. We will look at the relationships between these levels and give many practical examples of the complexities and solutions across the levels.

• Coursera
• 15 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Global Trends for Business and Society

925 ratings at Coursera

In this course, you’ll learn to analyze rapidly changing global trends, their effects on consumer and labor markets, financial systems, and geopolitical relationships among countries all over the world.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

The Sustainable Development Goals – A global, transdisciplinary vision for the future

4971 ratings at Coursera

Explore the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, their history, implementation, and global impact. Gain insights on climate action, planetary boundaries, and social sustainability from experts.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Smart Cities – Management of Smart Urban Infrastructures

1890 ratings at Coursera

Learn about Smart Cities within the context of management of urban infrastructures. The introduction of Smart urban technologies into legacy infrastructures has resulted in numerous challenges and opportunities for contemporary cities and will continue t…

• Coursera
• 13 hours 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Impact Measurement & Management for the SDGs

649 ratings at Coursera

Learn to measure and manage business impact on people and planet, aligning with SDGs and global standards. Master core concepts in impact management for sustainable development.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Driving business towards the Sustainable Development Goals

1574 ratings at Coursera

Explore how businesses can contribute to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on environmental protection, societal challenges, economic growth, and partnerships for a sustainable future.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Socially-Responsible Real Estate Development

Explore socially responsible real estate development, including the role of impact assessment and public consultation.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Sustainable Development in the 21st Century with Ban Ki-moon

263 ratings at Coursera

Explore sustainable development through the lens of Agenda 2030's five pillars. Gain insights into global challenges, innovative solutions, and the role of youth in shaping a sustainable future.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Sustainable Cities

19 ratings at edX

Learn how government, the private sector, and other actors can support sustainable urban development

• edX
• 9 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Ecodesign for Cities and Suburbs

6 ratings at edX

Using real examples, learn how ecology can guide urban design to avert environmental disasters and improve people’s lives.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Studying Cities: Social Science Methods for Urban Research

233 ratings at Coursera

Aprenda métodos de investigación social para estudios urbanos, desde la formulación de preguntas hasta el análisis de datos cuantitativos y cualitativos, con un enfoque en desarrollo urbano y local.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course