| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 45.51 |
| Liaison | Mat Thijssen |
| Submission Date | Nov. 6, 2018 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of Waterloo
AC-4: Graduate Program
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Mat
Thijssen Sustainability Manager Sustainability Office |
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Majors and Degree Programs
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Name of the sustainability-focused graduate-level degree program:
Master of Environmental Studies (MES) in Sustainability Management
A brief description of the graduate-level degree program:
The Sustainability Management graduate program is committed to providing future environmental leaders with the research skills, management tools, strategies and processes required to realize sustainable outcomes within business, government and public sector organizations. The program contributes to the creation of academic knowledge by developing methods, systems, concepts, and tools for sustainability management. Students prepare for careers in areas such as academia, public policy and business analytics.
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Master of Environment and Business
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A brief description of the graduate degree program (2nd program):
The Master of Environment and Business (MEB) is a program aimed at meeting the growing need for business sustainability professionals as a distinct group of knowledgeable, skilled, confident and motivated individuals with the information, tools and expertise to integrate environment with business in very practical ways. The MEB program offers an executive, MBA-equivalent degree through online courses with minimal on-campus study, and with course materials distributed online. Students can complete the MEB in 12 months or take the 3 year part-time option designed for working professionals.
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Name of the sustainability-focused, graduate-level degree program (3rd program):
Master of Climate Change
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A brief description of the graduate degree program (3rd program):
The Master of Climate Change program provides a unique educational experience for students looking for advanced training and expertise specific to climate change. Graduates will be part of the first generation of climate change professionals and able to pursue diverse career paths in all areas of government, civil society, and local/international development. Students complete a Master's Research Paper or Graduate Studies Practicum, gaining valuable research or work experience within the program curriculum. Students in the MCC program will achieve systematic understanding of climate change science, policy and management; interpret and evaluate climate change research and policy, and; gain professional skills in research execution, collaborative problem solving, and effective written and oral communication.
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Minors, Concentrations and Certificates
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