Sustainability Business Specialist
Level 7
Course Overview
The course comprises of 14 taught modules and a work-based project underpinned by a portfolio of evidence to guide reflective practice.
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The course is primarily delivered online to minimise the carbon footprint of the course and enable wide and diverse participation in sustainability education. Modules are delivered live on alternative Fridays over a six-week period with students completing self-directed learning in between these sessions.
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Additional elements of experiential learning, including activities such as site tours, games and coaching that take place at the annual three-day Residential at Cranfield, which provide the opportunity for cohorts to get to know each other, network with academics and industry representatives and create enduring supportive alumni groups.
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Following completion on the taught modules (2 years), you will plan, execute and evaluate an individual work-based project that addresses a sustainability challenge for your organisation. You will be expected to demonstrate how you have applied the learning from the course to improve your professional practice.
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The learning objectives of the course are based on the knowledge, skills and behaviours set out in the Sustainability Business Specialist Apprenticeship Standard and are delivered through interactive lectures, case study discussions, simulations and role play across the taught modules. You will evidence that you have developed and applied these in your work-based project and in your wider role in the organisation.
End-point assessment | Work-based project
You will produce an individual work-based project that represents a significant and defined piece of work that has a real business benefit and is relevant to your role in the organisation. You will present your findings in a written report and in an oral presentation.
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End-point assessment | Technical interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence
You will demonstrate in a technical interview how you have applied the knowledge, skills and behaviours acquired on the course to your workplace. You will use a portfolio of evidence, compiled during the taught component of the course, as evidence at the interview that demonstrates your competency development.
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Duration: 24 Months
Level: 7
Who is this for: Marketing Apprenticeship
How to Apply: Please check with your line manager before Applying
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About
The role of a sustainability professional is evolving from a specialist to a sustainability-literate change agent with a key role in setting and delivering organisational strategy that supports long-term organisational resilience and success.
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The Sustainability Business Specialist Apprenticeship brings together academics from our School of Water, Energy and Environment and School of Management to create a holistic, multidisciplinary learning experience.
The course is designed in consultation with industry to equip sustainability professionals and leaders in organisations of all sizes with this critical mix of technical and management skills.
It will deepen your knowledge of the theory and practice of organisational sustainability, and help you build the personal competencies you need to lead and manage change towards improved sustainability performance.
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