Certified Sustainability Systems Thinker (CSST™) Certification Course by Tonex
This course introduces systems thinking as a critical tool for sustainable development. Participants will learn how to apply systems thinking to foster sustainable practices that consider ecological, social, and economic dimensions.
Learning Objectives:
- Grasp the basics of systems thinking in the context of sustainability.
- Identify and analyze the systems involved in sustainable development.
- Develop strategies for integrating systems thinking into sustainable development initiatives.
- Plan and implement sustainable projects that benefit all stakeholders.
Target Audience: Environmental managers, sustainability coordinators, policy makers, and anyone involved in planning and implementing sustainability projects.
Course Content:
Module 1: Fundamentals of Systems Thinking and Sustainability
- Introduction to Systems Thinking
- Basic Concepts in Sustainability
- Interconnectedness and Feedback Loops
- Emergence and Complexity
- Systems Mapping and Modeling
- Principles of Resilience and Adaptation
Module 2: Systems Analysis for Environmental, Social, and Economic Challenges
- Environmental Systems Analysis
- Social Systems Analysis
- Economic Systems Analysis
- Identifying System Boundaries and Components
- Stakeholder Analysis and Engagement
- Data Collection and Analysis Techniques
Module 3: Strategies for Sustainable Development Using Systems Thinking
- Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Circular Economy Principles
- Integrated Resource Management
- Policy Instruments for Sustainability
- Designing for Cradle-to-Cradle
- Triple Bottom Line Accounting
Module 4: Case Studies: Successful Sustainable Systems
- Urban Sustainability Initiatives
- Sustainable Agriculture Practices
- Renewable Energy Systems
- Waste Management Solutions
- Corporate Sustainability Strategies
- Indigenous Knowledge and Sustainable Practices
Module 5: Interactive Workshop: Designing Sustainable Systems
- Problem Framing and Goal Setting
- Systems Mapping Exercise
- Identifying Leverage Points
- Scenario Planning and Futures Thinking
- Collaborative Decision Making
- Prototyping and Iterative Design
Exam Domains:
- Principles of Systems Thinking in Sustainability (25%)
- Analytical Tools for Sustainability (25%)
- Strategy Development for Multi-stakeholder Environments (25%)
- Case Studies in Sustainable Development (25%)
Exam Question Types:
- Multiple Choice
- True/False
- Drag and Drop (Systems Mapping)
Number of Questions: 75
Exam Time: 120 minutes