Sustainable Design Entrepreneurs

This program gives design entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, and access to resources they need to build a viable business based on sustainable design practices.

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A total of 7 courses (4 required and 3 personal choice) are needed to complete this certificate. All courses are open to all students, whether or not they are pursuing a certificate.

Part I: Required Courses

SUS 001   Introduction to Sustainability
SUS 002   The Sustainable Organization
SUS 003   Sustainable Marketing
SUS 004   Sustainable Design Thinking

Part II: Personal Choice Courses

(choose at least 3)
SUS 005   Sustainable Material Sourcing
SUS 006   Navigating Sustainable Manufacturing
SUS 007   Circular Product Lifecycle
SUS 012   Ethical Fashion I
SUS 013   Ethical Fashion II
SUS 017   Social Responsibility and the Apparel Industry
SUS 027   Current Events and Innovations in Sustainable Fashion
SUS 200  The Purpose Driven Company

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Additional Sustainable Courses for your Consideration

(these do not count towards the certificate above)
SUS 014   Natural Dyeing
SUS 016   Clothing Reconstruction
SUS 018   Hand Sewing: Traditional Sashiko Mending
SUS 019   Repurposed and Upcycled Design
SUS 022   Collaborative Design With Artisans
SUS 024   Vintage: The First Sustainable Fashion Business
SUS 026   Sustainable Fashion Through History