Sustainability Business Specialist Apprenticeship (with integrated MSc Sustainability Leadership) 

The level 7 sustainability business specialist combines practical experience with expertise in environmental stewardship, social responsibility and economic sustainability. Apprentices learn how to tackle challenges like climate change and resource efficiency while driving impactful sustainability strategies, stakeholder engagement and regulatory compliance.

Applied Sustainability Professional

The Level 4 Applied Sustainability Professional Apprenticeship gives participants a solid foundation in sustainability principles,
environmental stewardship, and corporate social responsibility. This programme emphasises the integration of sustainability
into business operations, equipping apprentices to drive meaningful change in their organisations.

Short courses and bespoke solutions

Our short courses are for Senior Leaders and will combine real-world case studies, collaborative discussions and practical tools.  You will learn how to inspire sustainable practices, foster innovation and navigate the complexities of creating a lasting impact in your organisation. 

Delivered by Grant Thornton and Teesside University together, these short courses are underpinned by cutting-edge research and rooted in industry experience.

Short Courses:

1.

Sustainability Discovery Day (half-day course)

2.

The Sustainable Leader (two-day course)

3.

Deep Dive into Sustainability Topics (12-week modules)

4.

Bespoke Sustainability Solutions

You will cover content including:
  • Risk management framework for sustainability and climate risk
  • Sustainability & regulatory frameworks
  • Driving sustainable change strategies
  • Evaluating sustainable global operations
  • Sustainability principles & data reporting
  • Sustainable finance
Benefits to you and your organisation:
  • Develop a national and international peer network of sustainability professionals
  • Understand the regulatory landscape and emerging trends in sustainability that matter to your organisation
  • Learn how to measure and report on performance using frameworks and metrics
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of how sustainability can be integrated into business strategy to create long term value

Why Grant Thornton

We partner with high-quality business schools, universities, and specialist training providers to co-design and co-deliver development programmes grounded in world-class theory, market-leading insights, and practical application.

Our sustainability business specialist apprenticeship, in collaboration with Teesside University, helps organisations meet the surging demand for 'green skills.'

Participants explore topics, including environmental stewardship, social responsibility, economic sustainability, and developing and implementing sustainable strategies within organisations.

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