Course overview
Efficiency and effectiveness are key to any business, but what about sustainability? Discover ways to make your enterprise more environmentally friendly with our PG Dip Leadership for Sustainability.
Over 16 months, you’ll learn just how business leaders implement sustainability within their organisation, as you explore the core principles of a sustainable enterprise. Modules are also linked together in a clear and effective way in order to mirror a real-life sustainable company.
On successful completion of your PG Dip Leadership for Sustainability, you can progress to study the full MSc Leadership for Sustainability (180 credits).
What you'll learn
This course is perfect if you’re interested in a sustainable agenda as a whole and provides an excellent opportunity to advance your career as a leader and champion of sustainability within your organisation.
You’ll gain a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities that sustainability presents – while learning from academic experts and building the knowledge and skills that employers are seeking.
Throughout your studies, you’ll develop your skills in critical thinking, decision-making, communication and collaboration. You’ll also grow your knowledge of business sustainability, whether you have limited managerial experience or are an experienced manager looking become a better leader.
Gaining a postgraduate qualification with the University of Essex Online also puts you in good stead for your career prospects. Results from our 2021 student survey showed:
- 92% of students said their course helped develop their research skills
- 89% of students say their studies fit with their future plans
- Almost 60% said their studies had a positive effect on their career
- 25% of students saw their salaries increase by up to 10%
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
- 16 months – Part-time
Entry requirements
We know many people from non-traditional backgrounds would succeed on our courses. That’s why we offer two different entry routes, taking into account your prior work experience and relevant qualifications. You’ll also need to meet our English language requirements.
Additionally, you’ll need to pass your first assignment set within the two-week induction period of the course in order to continue with your studies.
Academic entry route
In order to satisfy the academic entry route requirements for our PG Dip Leadership for Sustainability, you must have the following qualifications as a minimum:
- an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree; or a relevant professional qualification
Work experience entry route
In order to satisfy the work experience entry route requirements, you must meet the following criteria:
- at least three years’ experience within a relevant field of business, industry or a not-for-profit organisation, supported by two appropriate references
English language requirements
As our courses are delivered in English, a high proficiency is required in this language. If English isn’t your first language, your English ability should be equivalent to an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5. Don’t worry if you don’t hold an IELTS or equivalent qualification – we offer a free online English test to assess your proficiency.
Pathways
- MSc Leadership for Sustainability
Course features
- We’re one of the UK’s longest-established online higher education providers, with over 15 years’ experience.
- 9 in 10 students said their studies fit with their future plans (based on 2021 survey of active students with University of Essex Online).
- Graduate in person at the University of Essex’s stunning Colchester campus.
Assessment
Rather than fretting about exams, you’ll be assessed exclusively through assignments. This can be done by engaging in discussion forums throughout your modules, completing reflective journal entries, or by submitting longer-written pieces.
We’re committed to providing frequent and transparent feedback in the following ways:
- Our assessment criteria are designed to be simple and transparent.
- You’ll always be aware of your current provisional grade, right from the start of the programme.
- You’ll be able to view your marks clearly in your gradebook whenever you log onto the learning platform.
- There’s a seven-day turnaround for marking and feedback of assessed work.
- You’ll have regular contact with your Student Support team, with whom you can discuss any concerns as soon as they arise.
Delivery
Studying online gives you the freedom to study when and where it suits you – at home, during your lunch hour or anywhere else you have internet access.
Our courses are delivered through a virtual learning environment (VLE) instead of a traditional campus. This means you will have access to your study materials 24/7, including:
- multimedia lecturecasts made up of written content, short videos, animations, audio recordings, infographics, short tests and mini-assignments
- discussion forums for you to chat about the course content with fellow students
- live Q&A sessions with your tutors
- a comprehensive eLibrary of textbooks and academic journals
- support from academic staff and your Student Support team
To ensure you receive the support you need from your tutor, we cap our class sizes at 20 students.
Subjects
About University of Essex Online
University of Essex Online delivers 100% online part-time courses in business, computing, education, health, law, criminology and psychology. The qualifications we offer include CertHEs and Bachelors degrees at undergraduate level, and PG Certs, PG Dips and Masters degrees at postgraduate level, with study durations ranging from 8 months to 4 years.
We are one of the longest-running providers of 100% online degrees in the UK. All our courses are specifically designed for online delivery, combining silver-standard teaching with the latest technology and enabling you to gain a top-class education from anywhere in the world.
All our qualifications are awarded and validated by the University of Essex, an award-winning university with a 50-year heritage of teaching and research excellence. On completion of your studies, you’ll be invited to graduate at the University of Essex’s Colchester campus. You will receive the same certificate as campus-based students – your mode of study is only mentioned on your academic transcript.
Gaining an undergraduate qualification with the University of Essex Online also puts you in good stead for your career prospects. Results from their 2021 student survey showed:
- 92% of students said their course helped develop their research skills
- 89% of students say their studies fit with their future plans
- 25% of students saw their salaries increase by up to 10%
