Chief Sustainability Officer Program
Learning journey
The Program offers new and immersive learning for current managers and high-potential leaders with measurable expertise who aim to become successful C-suite executives. This program arises in response to the growing need for organizations to have more specialized leaders to improve decision-making and company benefits.
Blended Methodology
Participate in two immersion weeks on the MIT campus, where you'll connect with MIT faculty, CEOs, business leaders, and fellow cohort members.
Broaden your professional network by joining MIT Professional Education's alumni community and unlocking exclusive alumni benefits.
Engage with MIT faculty during live sessions and receive real-time feedback on your performance.
Develop your Impact Project by collaboratively designing a business solution that addresses a real-world challenge, applying the tools and strategies gained throughout the program.
Course overview
Who is it for?
This Blended Professional Certificate Program: Chief Digital Officer is designed for
Directors and VP responsible to setting and running the Sustainability agenda and strategy in their companies
Current and aspiring C-suite executives responsible for strategy
Senior consultants and entrepreneurs focused on sustainability
Policy makers and development markers that need a deep understanding about Sustainability and how to manage it
Participants are required to have:
A minimum of ten years of experience working in a managerial position
At least 3 years of experience managing projects related to technology, innovation, or business development
International experience is appreciated
Instructors
Research scientist, MIT and Adjunct Lecturer in Public Policy, Harvard Kennedy School
Professor of Building Technology Program in the Department of Architecture and Director of MIT Environmental Solutions Initiative
Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics and Engineering Systems, MIT
Director, MIT System Architecture Lab
Associate Dean of Engineering, Associate Professor of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at MIT, and Co-Director of MIT Climate and Sustainability Consortium
Senior Lecturer in the Daniel J. Riccio Graduate Engineering Leadership Program at MIT
Key takeaways
Develop key managerial capabilities
Being able to develop strategies to promote sustainability
Implement the sustainability agenda in your company
All the participants who successfully complete their program will receive an MIT Professional Education Certificate of Completion, as well as Continuing Education Units (CEUs)*.
To obtain CEUs, complete the accreditation confirmation, which is available at the end of the course. CEUs are calculated for each course based on the number of learning hours.
*The Continuing Education Unit (CEU) is defined as 10 contact hours of ongoing learning to indicate the amount of time they have devoted to a non-credit/non-degree professional development program.
To understand whether or not these CEUs may be applied toward professional certification, licensing requirements, or other required training or continuing education hours, please consult your training department or licensing authority directly.
Application process
Complete the application form and pay the non-refundable fee.
Our program advisors will evaluate your application.
Await the decision from our program advisors. If accepted, you'll be able to complete your enrollment.
If you receive an offer of admission, you’ll have 72 hours to pay the enrollment fee and reserve your place.
What is included in the fee?
The program fee includes teaching fees, access to online coursework and different activities taking place during the residential weeks.
The program fee does not include accommodations for the in campus week, travel expenses (domestic, international, visa fee, and more), and other expenses not specifically mentioned in the fees.
Frequently asked questions
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