Mastering Environmental Sustainability Skills: A Must for Managers

Building capability to lead sustainable change

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With sustainability now a necessity for business resilience, this ISEP certified programme addresses the pressing opportunities and threats posed by environmental change. The pace of climate-related disruption, evolving regulations and resource scarcity demands immediate action from managers to protect their organisations. This course empowers managers to respond decisively before critical windows for change close.

The ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for Managers two-day course equips supervisors and managers with the strategic insight and practical skills required to embed sustainability within their organisations. It addresses both the immediate and long-term challenges of climate change, resource efficiency and environmental responsibility.

This programme blends strategic and operational perspectives, providing managers with tools to embed sustainability within their sphere of influence.

Key topics include:

Strategic opportunities and threats in a changing environment
Resource efficiency and circular economy principles
Sustainability across the value chain
Pollution prevention, control and relevant environmental legislation
Employee roles in supporting sustainability
Effective communication and change management principles
Environmental management systems and engagement strategies

The content is practical, relevant and adaptable for In-Company delivery to address specific sector needs.

This course is designed for supervisors and managers across all sectors who are responsible for operational or strategic decision-making. It is particularly valuable for those seeking to align their teams and processes with sustainability objectives.

Ideal participants include:

Operations and production managers
HR and organisational development leads
Environmental, health and safety managers
Project managers and team leaders

English Language Competency
A good standard of written and spoken English is important to engage effectively with this programme.

On successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

Understand sustainability and its implications for organisational strategy and operations.
Identify environmental, social & governance (ESG) threats to the business and assess their potential impacts.
Frame organisational activities in the context of rapidly changing environmental regulations.
Recognise and plan for the timelines required to implement meaningful change.
Discover opportunities linked to the transition to net zero and addressing biodiversity loss.
Identify effective communication channels for engaging stakeholders in sustainability initiatives.
Implement change management principles and evaluate engagement strategies using environmental management systems.

Learners will gain the confidence to apply these outcomes in practical workplace scenarios, ensuring immediate and long-term benefits.

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This course is ISEP certified, with successful learners receiving an official certificate from the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP).

Assessment consists of:

A 20-question multiple-choice online test
Completion through the ISEP assessment portal
A required score of 70% to pass
A set timeframe to complete the test after registration

Our training approach is practical, highly interactive and discussion-based, with flexibility to meet organisational needs:

Emphasis on real-world application through practical exercises, case studies and group activities that reinforce key concepts and encourage active participation.
Accredited training aligned to certification standards, with structured assessments and recognised best practices.
Pre-training consultation for In-Company courses to tailor content to organisational needs.
Access to comprehensive course material that is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect the latest industry standards and guidance.
Flexible delivery options to suit different needs:
Onsite or live virtual sessions tailored for teams
Scheduled virtual public courses for individual learners
Real-time support from expert Tutors

Class sizes are generally limited to 12-15 participants to support personalized learning and individual support.

This programme is accredited by the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP), a membership body for over 15,000 sustainability professionals worldwide. ISEP supports individuals and organisations in achieving globally recognised standards for sustainable practice, enabling members to lead change across industries. For further information, visit ISEP's website.

Following completion, learners may progress to more advanced sustainability, environmental management or auditing courses. These may include:

ISEP Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management
ISEP Introduction to Net Zero / ISEP Pathways to Net Zero
Environmental /Energy Management Systems Training / Auditor Training

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Course Code

S003

Duration

2 training days

Public Price

Virtual Training: €495

+ €25 ISEP course certification fee

Delivery Mode

This programme is delivered by Classroom, Virtual Training, or In-Company training

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