ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for Managers

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Introduction

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Building capability to lead sustainable change

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 scarc... Read More

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. 

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What's covered?

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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. 

Who should participate?

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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.

What will I learn?

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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. 

Who are the tutors?

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How will I be assessed?

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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 

How do we train and support you?

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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. 

Programme accreditation

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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. 

How can you progress?

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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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Accreditation
Course Code
S003
Duration
2 training days
Public Price
Virtual Training: €495

+ €25 ISEP course certification fee

Delivery Mode
This programme is delivered by Virtual Training, or In-Company training
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What Our Learner's SayWhat Our Learner's Say


Very good
John R January 12, 2023
Very informative
David M October 12, 2022
No activity numbers in learner manual
Sharon M October 12, 2022
Really satisfied with the course and it has achieved the overall objective for me in terms of providing Sustainability Information to a team of individuals that don't have any formal background in Environmental or Sustainability.
Catherine F April 20, 2022

ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for Managers

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ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for Managers

Duration: 2 days
Virtual Training: €495
+ €25 (certification fees)
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