Certificate in Sustainability Leadership and Implementation

**Now accepting applications for the Fall 2013 course!**

~~Limited partial scholarships available!~~

To apply click here

Course Overview

The Sustainability Leadership and Implementation certification program is run by Daniels College of Business at the University of Denver, Natural Capitalism Solutions, and CORE (Colorado’s sustainable business association), the course is taught by sustainability leader L. Hunter Lovins and clinical professor of leadership at the Daniels College of Business Scott McLagan. Participants earn a Certificate in Sustainability Leadership and Implementation while gaining the knowledge and skills needed to implement an effective and profit-enhancing sustainability program for their organization. 

Dates

Thursday Oct 3, 2013 and Saturday Oct 5, 2013
Thursday Oct 24, 2013 and Friday Oct 25, 2013
Friday Dec 6, 2013 and Saturday Dec 7, 2013

Sustainability is Just Good Business
Numerous studies, including those done by Deloitte and Goldman Sachs, show that companies that are leaders in environmental, social, and good governance policies are growing faster, have higher market capitalization, and are better protected from value erosion than their more conventional competitors.

Course Benefits
Through this course, participants will gain a deep understanding of sustainability frameworks, while also learning the practical leadership and implementation skills needed to put an effective sustainability program in place. As a final deliverable, participants will develop and present a set of strategic sustainability initiatives for their organization, in addition to initial goals and implementation strategies. Upon program completion, participants will receive a Certificate in Sustainability Leadership and Implementation.

To make sure your company’s success is publically recognized, CORE will interview the company representative 6 months after completing the program and will feature your success story on their website.

World Class Faculty
The six-week course is a rare opportunity to learn from one of the true pioneers in the sustainability field, L. Hunter Lovins, founder and president of Natural Capitalism Solutions, and Scott McLagan, clinical professor and the executive director of executive education at the University of Denver’s Daniels College of Business. (See below for bios.)

Past Participants & Testimonials



"Every now and then, I come across a springboard that’s powerful enough to launch me in a new direction, and this class was that springboard. I not only walked away with practical tools for implementing initiatives but also a vision for what sustainability can do for businesses and communities going forward. The team from Natural Capital Solutions was incredible. Their knowledge regarding sustainability far exceeded my expectations and their genuine interest in each student’s success (not just in the course, but also in their career) inspired me to raise my own bar even higher."
    -- Sarah Verno, Lockheed Martin

"This was a great opportunity to learn from pioneers and industry leaders in sustainability."
    -- Dianne Beal, Hunter Douglas

"The business case for sustainability provides a framework for business success in the 21st Century. Managers and executives concerned with the success of their companies and the continued happiness and productivity of their employees need to attend this course."
   -- Adam Irwin, juwi Wind, LLC

"It was a real privilege to learn from a true pioneer of the environmental and sustainability revolution. I would certainly recommend this class to sustainability professionals looking to sharpen their skills in advocating for the business case of going green. Very insightful and quite enriching."
   -- Miguel Pena, Renewable Choice Energy

Who Should Apply?
Those who manage or will be managing sustainability for their organization. The ideal candidate has executive level support from their organization, demonstrated interest in sustainability, at least three years of work experience, and a bachelor’s degree.

While the course is designed for those managing sustainability, individuals not currently involved in sustainability in a work place may be selected to participate. 

Priority will be given to those that apply first. Space is limited.

Course Dates:
The course will run Fall of 2013 and includes 6 classroom days (48 contact hours), plus readings and discussion between classes. Classes will be held at the University of Denver campus. Parking and meals will be provided on class days.

Thursday Oct 3, 2013 and Saturday Oct 5, 2013
Thursday Oct 24, 2013 and Friday Oct 25, 2013
Friday Dec 6, 2013 and Saturday Dec 7, 2013

Tuition for the course is $3,500 per participant. Limited full and partial scholarships are available. 

How to Apply:

To apply for the course and scholarship, please click here. For additional information, please contact Lily Thaisz at lthaisz@natcapsolutions.org.

**Scholarships Available**

You may indicate whether you'd like to apply for a scholarship in your application for the course. The Colorado Workforce Centers and the State Energy Sector Partnership (SESP) may offer limited scholarships for the course, covering a percentage of the program cost. Scholarships are available to employees currently working for an organization. Preference will be given to businesses in the manufacturing, IT, or retail industries located in Colorado Rural Workforce Consortium Regions (includes Broomfield). 

Instructor Bios:

L. Hunter Lovins is President and founder of Natural Capitalism Solutions (NCS). Trained as a sociologist and lawyer (JD), Hunter was a founding professor at Presidio Graduate School, one of the first accredited programs offering an MBA in Sustainability. Lovins has consulted for scores of industries and governments worldwide. She has consulted with large and small companies including the International Finance Corporation, Royal Dutch Shell, Interface, Clif Bar, and Wal-Mart. Hunter is recipient of such honors as the Right Livelihood Award and was named Time Magazine 2000 Hero of the Planet and in 2009 Newsweek dubbed her a “Green Business Icon.” She has co-authored nine books and hundreds of papers, including the 1999 book, Natural Capitalism; the 2009 UNIDO report, Transforming Industry in Asia; and her most recent release, Climate Capitalism.

Scott McLagan is a clinical professor and executive director of executive education at the University of Denver, Daniels College of Business. He teaches and consults in the areas of leadership, strategic planning/execution, marketing, and global business. Scott is the Co-Lead for both the Leadership and Global Business elements of the University of Denver’s highly acclaimed Executive MBA program. He has developed and delivered numerous customized Executive Leadership programs for companies such as Newmont Mining, Kaiser Permanente, TIMET, and Denver Health. Prior to joining Daniels, Scott spent over 27 years in industry and has a diverse professional background. He held senior executive roles with two large global companies (Emerson Electric and Monsanto) and a high tech start-up (OneRealm). Scott does Management Consulting and Executive Coaching with organizations of all sizes in a wide range of industries. Notable clients include IBM, Emerson, Comcast, HCA, United Way, Dell, McKesson, Nike, and Newmont Mining.

For more information call Lily Thaisz at 720-684-6580 or email lthaisz@natcapsolutions.org.