Duration
12 Weeks
Delivery
Online
Intakes
January, May, & August
Fees
$1,200 (Ugx 4,500,000)
*Group discounts are available for organisations, and partial bursaries for individuals.
OVERVIEW
The global imperative for a sustainable future is driving rapid transformation across economies, industries, and societies, with climate action, clean energy, and green transitions at its core. This Masters Microcredential Certificate (MMC) equips professionals with a comprehensive and interdisciplinary understanding of these interconnected challenges and opportunities. It focuses on the knowledge, strategies, and innovations required to navigate the shift towards a low-carbon, resource-efficient, and equitable future, with particular relevance to the developing context of Sub-Saharan Africa.
Target Audience
Policymakers, government officials (e.g., in energy, environment, planning, finance ministries), business leaders, entrepreneurs in green sectors, environmental consultants, development practitioners, energy sector professionals, urban planners, and anyone committed to driving sustainable change and green growth.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this MMC, participants will be able to:
- Articulate the scientific basis of climate change and its projected impacts, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Understand the global and national policy frameworks for climate action and sustainable development.
- Evaluate the technical, economic, and social aspects of various renewable energy technologies and their role in energy transition.
- Analyse strategies for fostering green growth, circular economy principles, and resource efficiency across sectors.
- Develop practical approaches for climate change adaptation and resilience building.
- Discuss innovative financing mechanisms and investment opportunities for green transitions.
- Propose integrated solutions for building sustainable futures in diverse African contexts.
What You Will Learn
- Module 1: Climate Change Science and Global Governance
- Module 2: Energy Transition and Renewable Technologies
- Module 3: Green Economy and Sustainable Development
- Module 4: Governance, Finance and Accelerating Transitions
Stackability and Pathway to Master's Degree
The 20 postgraduate credit units earned from this Masters Microcredential Certificate in Sustainable Futures: Climate, Energy and Green Transitions are fully transferable and count directly towards Nexus International University’s NCHE-accredited MA in International Development or other relevant Master’s programmes (MSc in Environmental Management, MSc in Energy, Climate and Sustainability, or an MBA with a sustainability focus). This provides a flexible and accelerated pathway for students wishing to pursue a full Master’s degree.