SUMAS – Sustainability Management School

Short Courses

Online Sustainability
Certification Courses

15 accredited courses — 10 weeks each, taught by the same faculty as our campus programs. Earn 3 university credits per course, stackable toward a full MBA.

15

Courses available

CHF 1,900

Per course

10 weeks

Per course

3 credits

University credits

Flexible formats

Self-paced anytime or professor-led cohorts (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter)

Official certificate

Internationally recognised — no "online" label on certificate or transcripts

Stackable credits

3 credits per course, applicable toward a full SUMAS MBA or CAS program

Same professors

Taught by the same faculty as on-campus MBA and MAM programs

Who is this for?

Career-pivoting professionals

Transitioning into sustainability, ESG, or impact-driven roles and seeking a recognised, employer-verifiable credential.

Senior leaders & executives

Formalising sustainability expertise to meet growing ESG requirements and drive organisational change from the top.

Alumni impact

90%

positive career impact

50%

earned promotions

95%

salary increases

80%

lead new initiatives

Course catalog

15 courses · CHF 1,900 each · 10 weeks

Management5 courses

Responsible Management

Embed ethical leadership and sustainable governance into your organisation's core strategy and decision-making.

10 weeks 3 credits
Next: 06 Jul 2026

Executive Leadership

Develop the strategic vision and stakeholder influence skills to lead sustainability transformation at executive level.

10 weeks 3 credits
Next: 06 Apr 2026

Operations Management & Supply Chain: Green Production

Redesign operations and supply chains for circular, low-carbon production using industry-proven frameworks.

10 weeks 3 credits
Next: 05 Oct 2026

Sustainable Innovation: Energy, Water & Materials

Drive innovation across resource systems — design strategies that reduce dependency, waste, and environmental impact.

10 weeks 3 credits
Next: 05 Oct 2026

International Business and Biodiversity

Navigate the business case for nature — sustainability frameworks, biodiversity credits, and nature-positive corporate strategy.

10 weeks 3 credits
Next: 06 Apr 2026
Finance & AI3 courses

Sustainable Financial Markets

Navigate green bonds, sustainable investing, climate disclosure, and the integration of climate risk into financial analysis.

10 weeks 3 credits
Next: 06 Jul 2026

Blockchain and Cybersecurity

Understand blockchain's role in supply chain transparency and carbon markets, alongside cybersecurity risk in sustainable organisations.

10 weeks 3 credits
Next: 05 Oct 2026

Digital Innovation

Harness digital transformation for sustainable outcomes — data-driven ESG strategy, green tech adoption, and digital business models.

10 weeks 3 credits
Next: 06 Apr 2026
Fashion2 courses

Sustainable Fashion Management

Lead sustainable strategy across fashion brands — supply chain transparency, circular models, and conscious consumer engagement.

10 weeks 3 credits
Next: 06 Apr 2026

Designing Sustainable Fashion

From fibre to finished garment — apply circular design thinking, eco-material selection, and regenerative production practices.

10 weeks 3 credits
Next: 06 Jul 2026
Hospitality & Tourism5 courses

Managing Facilities, Energy and Water

Practical tools for reducing energy consumption, water use, and operational carbon across hospitality and real estate assets.

10 weeks 3 credits
Next: 06 Apr 2026

Sustainable Hospitality Management

Build guest-centric, low-carbon hospitality businesses. Covers green certification, community impact, and ESG reporting for hotels.

10 weeks 3 credits
Next: 06 Apr 2026

Sustainable Food and Beverage

Reimagine F&B operations through regenerative sourcing, food waste reduction, and plant-forward menu strategy.

10 weeks 3 credits
Next: 06 Jul 2026

Emerging Economies & Sustainable Tourism Development

Design tourism strategies that regenerate destinations, empower local communities, and deliver economic resilience.

10 weeks 3 credits
Next: 06 Jul 2026

Business Tourism Management

Apply sustainable practices to MICE and corporate travel — carbon accounting, responsible venue selection, and green events.

10 weeks 3 credits
Next: 05 Oct 2026

Learning formats

Self-Paced

Enroll anytime. Weekly topics, study materials, videos, and assignments — maximum flexibility for busy professionals.

  • Enroll at any time
  • Study at your own pace
  • Weekly content releases
  • No fixed schedule

Professor-Led Courses

Structured seasonal cohorts with guided mentorship, faculty Q&A, and peer networking.

  • 4 cohorts per year (Spring/Summer/Fall/Winter)
  • Live faculty sessions & Q&A
  • Fixed weekly milestones
  • Peer cohort networking

Start your sustainability journey

CHF 1,900 per course · 10 weeks · 3 university credits

Credits stackable toward a full CAS or MBA program

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