Sustainability, in its simplest form, is the capacity to endure. This is predicated on communities and businesses - enterprises of all sizes - to operate not at the expense of this future, but in favor of the future.

You probably recognize the recent buzz on sustainable processes and practices, corporate social responsibility, and “greening” within the larger global environment. Learn how your organization can channel that energy into coordinated action toward creating a more healthy and sustainable future.

Download the Sustainable Enterprise Certificate brochure.

Why Willamette's Sustainable Enterprise Certificate?

Willamette University is recognized for sustainability excellence in its programs, operations and strategic plan. The University's efforts are based in the Center for Sustainable Communities, a collection of research, innovative thinking and learning. Recent accolades include:

• Sierra magazine naming Willamette University one of the nation’s “Top 20 Green Schools.” Read more
• The National Wildlife Federation naming Willamette #1 in the nation for sustainability activities. Read more
• Oregon Business Magazine naming Willamette University's Atkinson Graduate School of Managment #15 among Oregon's 100 Best Green Companies. Read more
• The Aspen Institute's Beyond Grey Pinstripes Survey recognizing Willamette as #58 of 600 schools nationwide for incorporating ethical, social and enviornmental stewardship into the curriculum. Read more

Willamette University’s Sustainable Enterprise Certificate program takes a unique approach to presenting the interconnectedness of social, economic, and environmental well-being. This is done in a way that will integrate all areas of sustainability by first focusing on the dynamics of complex systems, followed by a practical look at social systems and how the expansion of social well-being ties directly to economic and environmental well-being.

2010 Session Dates in Portland, Oregon:
Day One: 1:00pm-5:00pm*
Day Two: 8:00am-5:00pm
Day Three: 8:00am-5:00pm
*On February 17, participants are invited to a pre-certificate luncheon beginning at noon.

Location: Willamette University’s Portland Campus
1120 NW Couch Street, Suite 450 [Map]

Tuition: Rate is $3250 for complete certificate program. All class materials and breakfasts are included.

Note: Completion of all sessions are required to receive a certificate from the Atkinson Graduate School of Management’s Executive Development Center. Academic credit available with prior approval. Please contact the EDC Office for more information.