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Certificate in Sustainability Plan Implementation

Unlock essential insights into how to effectively implement a sustainability plan. Enrol now to transform your sustainability goals into actionable steps, ensuring support and commitment across your organisation.

Course Format

Online, self-paced learning

What you'll learn

Sustainability planning

Course Price​

495

Course Duration

3 hours of core learning

Course Access

12 months of access

Course Curriculum Overview and Preview

Implementing Sustainable Change

As sustainability becomes essential for business success, implementing effective and actionable plans is critical. This course provides comprehensive training in business sustainability practices across industries, with a focus on setting clear targets, engaging stakeholders, and managing risk. Participants gain practical insights to embed sustainability into core operations, enabling organisations to drive real progress, build trust, and achieve long-term impact.

Course Curator:

Mark Kane

Mark Kane

CEO, Sustainabil-IT and Faculty at the Institute of Sustainability Studies

Mark, CEO of Sustainabil-IT.ie, pioneered “Sustainable Digital Transformation” as Global Head of Information Solutions at Mainstream Renewable Power. With 30+ years across energy, pharma, and tech, he advises on technology-driven ESG initiatives.

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This course broadened my understanding of sustainability practices, equipping me with the essential knowledge and skills needed to identify opportunities.
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The course provided us with a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities and challenges that companies encounter on their journey toward sustainability.
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Really enjoyed the course. The content was excellent; it was so in-depth and I found a lot of value in it. It was always relevant and the use cases were fantastic.
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100% online, self-paced learning for full flexibility.

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Flexible Learning

Self-paced online learning on your own time

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Practical Tools

Access ready-to-use tools and templates for immediate application

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24/7 access to course materials all in one place

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Practical course, curated by industry experts

Assessment

Graded Assessments

Scenario-based assessments to reinforce learning and application

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Interactive Learning

Engage with course materials for an enhanced experience

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Certified Course

Earn 3 CPD hours towards your professional learning

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Expert Curators

Practical course, curated by industry experts

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Live Masterclasses

Attend masterclasses for expert insights & interactions

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Interactive Learning

Engage with course materials for an enhanced experience

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Certified Course

Earn 3 CPD hours towards your professional learning

Course Highlights

Explore key features of the Sustainability Plan Implementation course

Speed clock - course highlights

Short Course

3 hour course; ideal for busy working professionals

desktop - course highlights

Flexible Learning

Self-paced online learning on your own time

double-mat

Practical Tools

Access ready-to-use tools for immediate application

Accessible

24/7 access to course materials all in one place

Experts

Expert Curators

Practical course, curated by industry experts

Assessment

Graded Assessments

Scenario-based assessments to reinforce learning and application

Interactive - course highlights

Interactive Learning

Engage with course materials for an enhanced experience

CPD certification - course highlights

Certified Course

Earn 3 CPD hours towards your professional learning

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Expert Masterclasses

As a course participant, you’ll gain exclusive access to our expert-led Masterclass Series, where sustainability leaders and practitioners share first-hand insights, practical strategies, and emerging industry trends.

Designed to enrich your learning experience, these optional sessions offer flexible engagement. Join live or on demand and connect with a community of like-minded professionals. 

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There are no strict prerequisites for this CSRD training. However, a basic understanding of corporate sustainability practices may be beneficial to fully grasp the complex content covered regarding the CSRD.
This CSRD course is self-paced, allowing participants to complete the curriculum at their convenience. Typically, participants can complete the course within 3 to 5 hours, depending on their pace of learning.
You have 12 months’ access to the course materials and masterclasses. You can spread your self-paced learning accordingly.
Yes, upon successful completion of the CSRD course, you will receive a course completion certificate issued by the Institute of Sustainability Studies.
Yes, all certificate courses include graded assessments to evaluate both your understanding and your ability to apply key concepts. These assessments are designed to help you create tangible outputs, such as sustainability action plans or strategies, that you can directly apply in your current or future professional roles.
Assessments must be submitted during the ISS Assessment Window, which is held every two months. Submissions are made via email to the official ISS assessment address. Detailed submission instructions and deadlines are available on the course page within the Learning Management System (LMS), which you gain access to upon enrolment.
Your assessment will be reviewed by the ISS academic team, and results will be released in the month following your chosen assessment window. You will be notified via email once your results are available.
Grading criteria will be tailored to each assessment's specific nature and scope. Emphasis will be placed on practical application, critical thinking, and strategic insight rather than purely numerical performance. Assessments will be evaluated across three categories:
Distinction Merit Pass
85 - 100 75 - 84 70 - 74
Demonstrates exceptional understanding and application. Work is consistently insightful, original, and of a high professional standard. Demonstrates strong understanding with thoughtful analysis and application. Work is well-structured, clearly communicated, and above standard expectations. Demonstrates adequate understanding and application. Meets the essential requirements with some minor areas for improvement.