Sustainable Digital Innovation by European Institute of Innovation and Technology via Coursera: Fee, Duration, How to Apply

Quick Facts

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Medium of instructions English	Mode of learning Self study	Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based	Learning efforts 4 Hours Per Week

Course overview

Sustainability and digitalisation are two of the most profound concerns in today’s business scenario. The Sustainable Digital Innovation certification course is created to help you comprehend the sustainable contextual framework in detail. The learnings from this course will enable you to think about how sustainability is quickly changing the methods of conducting business in the present and the future.

Coursera’s Sustainable Digital Innovation online programme is developed by EIT Digital, Europe's leading entrepreneurial and digital innovation organisation. Throughout this online course, you will examine how the alignment of your company's strategy with sustainability goals can offer new business opportunities.

The Sustainable Digital Innovation online course by Coursera is a free-to-join programme that provides you with a chance to get a certification. You will study sustainability concepts with detailed reading material, quizzes, video lessons, guest lectures from experts and business leaders. You will also gain insights into the domain and learn about the tools and techniques you require for driving sustainability.

Course and certificate fees

Type of course

Free

The fees for the course Sustainable Digital Innovation is -

Head	Amount in INR
Certificate fees	Rs. 2,435

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

Coursera

certificate fees

₹2,435

Who it is for

Product development manager Product manager

The Sustainable Digital Innovation training is primarily meant for professionals who want their business to succeed in a more digital and sustainable business context. Following individuals will find this course most fulfilling:

Product Managers
Business Leaders
Business Analyst

Eligibility criteria

After completing the programme, you will receive the Sustainable Digital Innovation certification.

What you will learn

Business management

After completing the Sustainable Digital Innovation syllabus, you should have learnt the following ideas in detail:

Tools and techniques for business organisations to tackle sustainability challenges of various means
Current and upcoming cases of digitally-enabled sustainable solutions
Supporting sustainable development in society and business
The sustainable contextual framework
The role of digital technologies in managing and innovating your business environment

The syllabus

Module 1: Sustainable development – How does it relate to a business?

Videos

Never let a good crisis go to waste
Future maps
The business opportunities of sustainable development

Readings

Introduction
Meet your instructors
What will we cover in this lesson?
What can we do?
What will we cover in this lesson?
The sustainable benefits of digitalization
What will we cover in this lesson?
Why do we need sustainable development?

Assignment

Test your knowledge 1

Discussion Prompts

Meet your fellow learners
Businesses are parts of the solution

Module 2: Integrating sustainability into business management

Videos

The winds of change
The All-Inclusive Offer
Controlled revolutions
What gets measured gets done

Readings

What will we cover in this lesson?
How to approach the SDGs
What will we cover in this lesson?
The WBCSD and the Global Compact
What will we cover in this lesson?
The assessment of low-carbon solutions
What will we cover in this lesson?
Perspectives on change and The Three Horizons

Assignment

Test your knowledge 2

Discussion Prompt

Where will markets go?

Module 3: Aligning sustainablility in industrial digitalization

Videos

Focus on sustainable value offerings
The power of models
Where are we going?

Readings

What will we cover in this lesson?
Circular business models
What will we cover in this lesson?
Data for sustainable improvements
What will we cover in this lesson?
Coding

Assignment

Test your knowledge 3

Discussion Prompt

Is your offering sustainable valuable for your clients?

Module 4: Sustainable development - A source for innovation

Videos

Sustainable innovation practices
A strategy toolbox
Sustainable business models

Readings

What will we cover in this lesson?
Servicification - Value in Use
What will we cover in this lesson?
Strategy
What will we cover in this lesson?
Shared platforms

Assignment

Test your knowledge 4

Discussion Prompt

The four perspectives of value offerings

Module 5: Prepare for transformation

Video

Walk the talk

Readings

What will we cover in this lesson?
The role of finance in change processes
What have we learnt during this course?
This course and beyond

Assignment

Test your knowledge 5

Discussion Prompt

ICT solutions and co-operation in your ecosystem

Admission details

Step 1 – Get to the Sustainable Digital Innovation course page by visiting the official course URL

Step 2 – Click on the ‘Enroll for free’ button to start registration.

Step 3 – Link an existing LinkedIn, Google, or Facebook ID to sign in. Or you can use your email to create a new account.

Step 4 – Now, on the pop-up that appears, select the 'Full Course, No Certificate' option and tap the 'Continue' button to enroll in the Sustainable Digital Innovation program. You can then hit the ‘Start Learning’ button to reach the course contents.

On the other hand, if you choose the ‘Purchase Course’ option, you must pay the course fee to join the program.

Filling the form

While Coursera’s Sustainable Digital Innovation certification programme does not entail filling a long application form, you must sign up with the course provider. Provide a few details like name, email address, a unique username, new password, country name to create an account on their website. If you have an old Coursera account, sign in to start learning. You may also use your existing Facebook/Google/Microsoft profiles to sign in.

Scholarship Details

You can apply for financial aid to get the premium benefits associated with Coursera’s Sustainable Digital Innovation training. The application for the scholarship will take a minimum of 15 days to get reviewed. To apply, you should scroll to the top of the course page and hit the 'Financial aid available' link.

Then, click on the ‘Continue to the application’. Now, you have to agree to certain terms and tap the ‘Continue’ button. On the application form page, you need to enter some info like your employment status, how much you can pay as the Sustainable Digital Innovation fee, educational background, and annual income.

Further, you have to give answers in writing about how pursuing the Sustainable Digital Innovation programme will help you achieve your goals and why you are applying for the aid. The answers must have at least 150 words. Also, you can specify if you want to avail of a low-interest loan or not. Finally, click the ‘Submit Application’ button.

How it helps

The Sustainable Digital Innovation training by Coursera follows a self-paced approach to learning. You will gain access to comprehensive study material that you can avail of according to your capacity and pace. The Sustainable Digital Innovation programme will equip you with practical sustainability skills, including sustainable leadership, green strategy, sustainable innovation and business modelling. You can also get a certificate to showcase these skills officially.

Instructors

Mr Jan Agri
Senior Advisor
EIT Digital

Mr Staffan Movin
Program Director
EIT Digital

FAQs

How long is the Sustainable Digital Innovation programme?

This programme is approximately 13 hours long.

Which organisation accredits the Sustainable Digital Innovation course?

EIT Digital accredits this course.

Can I join the Sustainable Digital Innovation training for free?

Yes, you can join it for free.

Can I get financial aid?

Yes, you can fill out the application form to get financial aid. Click on the ‘Financial aid available’ link beneath the ‘Enroll’ button on the course page to access the application form.