Graduate Certificate in Environmental Consulting

Where will your degree take you?

The field of environmental consulting is growing rapidly as organisations across various sectors recognise the importance of environmental sustainability. Graduates of our program are well-positioned to enter this thriving job market.

If you are passionate about the environment and aspire to make a positive impact through your career, this program will help you reach your goals. This program is ideal for a wide range of individuals, including:

  • Recent graduates with degrees in environmental management, biology, chemistry, engineering, ecology, conservation, or related fields who wish to specialise in environmental consulting.
  • Professionals already working in the environmental sector who want to enhance their skills and expand their career opportunities.
  • Career switchers who are passionate about the environment and want to transition into a meaningful and rewarding career in environmental consulting.

Environmental consultant

Environmental consultants play a critical part in addressing pressing environmental challenges, assisting clients in achieving sustainability goals, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Key responsibilities include:

  • Environmental Assessments
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Sustainable Practices
  • Environmental Management 
  • Project Management 
  • Client & Stakeholder Engagement 
  • Public Education & Outreach 

Policy advisor

Policy advisors in the environmental sustainability field play a pivotal part in shaping sustainable practices, influencing policy decisions, and contributing to the creation of a more sustainable and equitable world by providing recommendations and solutions to businesses and governmental organisations. Understanding local, national, and international sustainable regulations and standards is paramount. Key responsibilities include:

  • Regulatory Compliance 
  • Reporting of Metrics & Impact
  • Advocacy
  • Present Findings & Facts 
  • Market Research 

Project Manager

Environmental Project Managers play a pivotal part in planning, budgeting, executing and overseeing a wide range of environmental initiatives that have a positive impact on sustainability, conservation, and protection. Key responsibilities include:

  • Project Scoping
  • Timeline and Budget
  • Risk Assessment 
  • Team Leadership 
  • Resource Allocation
  • Environmental Impact Assessments 
  • Client Relations & Stakeholder engagement

Compliance specialist

An Environmental Compliance Specialist plays a crucial part in helping organisations and clients adhere to environmental laws and regulations while strongly promoting sustainable practices. Key responsibilities include:

  • Permits & Regulatory Compliance
  • Auditing & Reporting 
  • Environmental Impact Assessments
  • Mitigation Planning 
  • Liaison to Government Authorities, Agencies & Bodies 
  • Risk Identification & Management 
  • Client & Stakeholder Engagement and Support

Program learning outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge, skills and abilities that will be achieved on completion of the program. These outcomes will help you determine whether this program aligns with your professional pathway, career and learning goals.

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