This course is ideal if you:
- are working in an organisation and want a masters level qualification to give you a competitive edge
- are a recently qualified undergraduate and are looking for the professional skills needed to obtain a job in resource management
- require the skills and experience needed to manage resource use in your organisation and improve its environmental performance
- want to be able to implement and operate an environmental management system conforming to the international standard ISO 14001 using the latest commercial software tools
- require a distance learning course to reduce the amount of time away from work
- are an international client who needs to study abroad
- would like a course written and delivered by experienced academics and practicing consultants.
Organisations are under increasing pressure to revolutionise business efficiency and the use of sustainable technologies through effective environmental management. As a result, there is an increasing demand for Masters-level graduates with the skills and knowledge to implement environmental management systems in line with international standards such as ISO 14001 and EMAS.
This course was developed by Nottingham Trent University in collaboration with Loreus Ltd, an experienced environmental training and consultancy company. This joint venture will ensure that the course delivers leading edge theoretical content underpinned by practical consultancy experience.
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Please note the following information for applicants
Although you will study much of the course by distance learning, it is important that you feel part of a coherent group and that you meet others on the course as well as your academic and commercial tutors. This is one of the reasons why the practical resource management module will be delivered as a seven-day intensive residential course. This method of delivery has also been chosen because it is the most efficient use of time for those in work or studying abroad.
Modules
IEMA Approved Associate Certificate Course in Environmental Management (UK)*
This module will give you the background required to understand the Earth’s natural systems and resources and how they can bemanaged. It also gives the legal framework for protecting the environment and managing environmental improvement.
*By successfully completing this module you will be entitled to an additional professional qualification.
Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001)
This module will provide you with the theoretical skills needed to develop, implement and operate an environmental management system (EMS) conforming to the international EMS standard ISO 14001.
Practical Resource Management
This module enables you to apply the theoretical knowledge you gained in the previous two modules to real-life situations and will commence with a seven-day residential course.
Research Project
The research project is an opportunity for you to investigate a current topic in Environmental Management.
Assessment
The taught modules are assessed by a variety of different types of coursework. The Research Project module will involve the design, implementation and reporting of a major research task. There are no formal examinations involved although there are periodic tests in the modules, Associate Certificate Course in Environmental Management and Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001).
How do you study?
You will use a state-of-the-art and easy to use e-learning system, supported by an email helpline, as well as case studies and tests designed to check your understanding of the concepts involved in this subject. Although you will study much of the course by distance learning, we believe that it is important for you to feel part of a coherent group, and to meet your fellow students as well as your academic and commercial tutors. You will be able to do this during the seven-day intensive residential course which forms part of the Practical Resource Management module.
Some students may prefer to take a shorter programme of study. If you take all three taught modules and a shortened research project, you will be eligible for a PG Diploma in Environmental Management. If you simply wish to take the taught modules without completing a research project, you will be eligible for a PG Certificate in Environmental Management.
To open and run the eLearning courses, you will require access to the Internet, Flash Player 6.0.79 or later and one of the following browsers:
- Internet explorer 6 or later
- Firefox 1.x or later
- Safari 3 or later
- Google Chrome
- Opera 9.5 or later
- Macintosh: Firefox 1.x or later
- Safari 3 or later
- Linux: Firefox 1.x or later.
Students taking this course will definitely have the competitive edge due to the commercial relevance of this course, much of which has been devised in consultation with industry. You will benefit from industrial accreditation and from an acute understanding of the legal and environmental framework currently affecting environmental management, all of which will equip you to excel in your chosen career. The Practical Resource Management module has been designed to encourage you to apply your theoretical knowledge to real-life situations, meaning you can hit the ground running in a practical environment.
This course does not currently offer placements.
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