Course Overview
As businesses increasingly recognise the importance of sustainability and have to comply with the government’s sustainability reporting requirements by 2025, there is a growing demand for professionals who possess both digital skills and knowledge of managing sustainability initiatives. Businesses can also leverage on digital tools to implement sustainable practises and drive environmental and social impact while improving the bottom line. As sustainability is a global trend that reflects the urgent need to save the earth, this diploma can help working professionals stay informed about sustainability trends and practises, hence providing opportunities for personal growth and development.
All students are required to bring their own notebooks for lessons. You may refer to the required technical specifications for notebooks HERE.
Entry Requirements
‘O’ Levels | 3 relevant ‘O’ Level passes and 1 year of relevant working experience OR |
Higher Nitec | GPA ≥ 2.0 OR GPA ≥ 1.5 and 1 year of relevant working experience OR |
Nitec | GPA ≥ 3.5 OR GPA ≥ 3.0 and 1 year of relevant working experience OR |
Higher Nitec in Technology/Services | GPA ≥ 2.0 and 1 year of relevant working experience OR |
Nitec in Technology/Services | GPA ≥ 3.5 and 1 year of relevant working experience OR |
WSQ Qualification | Relevant WSQ Qualification with 1 year of relevant working experience and WSQ Workplace Literacy Statement of Attainment (SOA)(Level 6) AND Workplace Numeracy Statement of Attainment (SOA)(Level 6) |
Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least 2 years of relevant working experience or supporting evidence of competency readiness. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted may have to go through an interview and/or entrance test. The Polytechnic reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.
Who Should Attend
This programme is suitable for upgraders from ITE and O levels and those who want a career switch to green job roles. Our diploma offers a range of sustainability-related subjects enabled with digital skills, making the programme unique for upgraders to transit to sustainability-related job functions across a whole spectrum of business operations.
What You'll Learn
Upon graduating from the course, graduates should be able to:
- understand sustainability management concepts and frameworks;
- use digital tools to analyse sustainability challenges facing organisations and develop strategies to address them;
- provide practical solutions in financial analysis and reporting for sustainable business practises;
- communicate effectively through storytelling using visualisation software on sustainability issues and solutions to stakeholders; and
- integrate digitalisation and sustainability skills to create and innovate sustainable management approaches and solutions.
To be awarded the Diploma in Business Practice (Sustainability Management) participants are required to complete a total of 5 modular certificates (MCs). A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of each MC.
Modes of Assessment
The assessment would be based on a combination of coursework components such as written and practical tests, case studies, assignments, projects, and presentations.
Career Opportunities
This course equips graduates with digital skills as an enabler and knowledge in sustainability management, governance, sustainable finance, and communications engagement. With this, graduates will be able to expand their job roles and embark on a career path related to sustainability.
Upon completing the part-time diploma course, graduates can look forward to taking up the following types of roles:
- Associate/Executive/Specialist in Social Governance
- Associate/Executive/Specialist in Environment, Social, Governance (ESG) Reporting
- Associate/Executive/Specialist in Marketing & Communications
- Senior Executive Communications (ESG/Sustainability)
- Sustainability Communication & Project Executive
Course Contact
- Mainline 67881212
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Monday - Thursday: 8:30am - 6:00pm
Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm
Closed during lunchtime, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
and on weekends and public holidays. - https://www.tp.edu.sg/tsa
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Temasek SkillsFuture Academy (TSA)
Temasek Polytechnic
East Wing, Block 1A, Level 3, Unit 109
21 Tampines Ave 1
Singapore 529757
Temasek Polytechnic reserves the right to alter the course, modify the scale of fee, amend any other information or cancel course with low enrolment.