This program empowers learners to understand and manage the sustainable use of ocean and coastal resources, integrating science, economics, and governance for a resilient and inclusive blue economy.
- One-Week Certificate Courses
(Introductory and Awareness Level)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Introduction to the Blue Economy | 1 Week | Online | Understand the concept, sectors, and global importance of the Blue Economy | Blue economy literacy | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Policy & research |
| Ocean Governance and Sustainable Development | 1 Week | Online | Learn about international frameworks for ocean sustainability | Policy analysis | Case study | ₹2,500 / $30 | Marine policy |
| Coastal Resource Management | 1 Week | Online | Explore strategies for managing coastal and marine ecosystems | Resource management | Assignment | ₹2,500 / $30 | Fisheries & planning |
| Marine Pollution and Plastic Waste Management | 1 Week | Online | Identify sources and solutions for ocean pollution | Pollution control | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Environment & waste |
| Climate Change and Ocean Resilience | 1 Week | Online | Learn how climate change impacts oceans and coastal systems | Climate adaptation | Report | ₹2,500 / $30 | Climate policy |
- Two-Week Certificate Courses
(Applied and Sectoral Understanding Level)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Marine Resource Economics | 2 Weeks | Online | Understand the economic valuation of marine and coastal resources | Economic modeling | Project | ₹3,500 / $40 | Research & industry |
| Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture Management | 2 Weeks | Online | Study principles of sustainable fisheries and aquaculture systems | Ecosystem management | Assignment | ₹3,500 / $40 | Fisheries & food security |
| Coastal Zone Planning and Policy | 2 Weeks | Online | Learn integrated coastal zone management (ICZM) principles | Spatial planning | Report | ₹3,500 / $40 | Governance & planning |
| Blue Finance and Investment for Sustainability | 2 Weeks | Online | Explore financial tools for blue economy projects | Financial modeling | Project | ₹3,500 / $40 | Finance & policy |
| Maritime Transport and Green Shipping | 2 Weeks | Online | Study low-carbon shipping and logistics in ocean trade | Maritime operations | Case study | ₹3,500 / $40 | Shipping & logistics |
- One-Month Certificate Courses
(Professional Application and Policy Integration Level)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Blue Economy Policy and Governance | 1 Month | Online | Design governance frameworks for sustainable ocean development | Policy planning | Report | ₹7,000 / $85 | Policy & governance |
| Sustainable Coastal and Marine Ecosystems | 1 Month | Online | Learn approaches to ecosystem-based management | Ecological planning | Project | ₹7,000 / $85 | Environment & research |
| Marine Renewable Energy Systems | 1 Month | Online | Understand tidal, wave, and offshore wind energy systems | Energy systems | Assignment | ₹7,000 / $85 | Energy & innovation |
| Blue Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 1 Month | Online | Build business models for sustainable ocean industries | Entrepreneurship | Project | ₹7,000 / $85 | Start-ups & enterprises |
| Maritime Security and Ocean Policy | 1 Month | Online | Study security dimensions and geopolitics of oceans | Strategic analysis | Case study | ₹7,000 / $85 | International relations |
- Three-Month Certificate Courses
(Advanced Research, Innovation, and Governance Level)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Integrated Blue Economy and Policy Design | 3 Months | Online | Integrate environmental, economic, and social pillars in policy | Strategic policy design | Capstone | ₹12,000 / $150 | Governance & development |
| Ocean and Coastal Resilience Planning | 3 Months | Online | Design adaptive strategies for coastal and marine resilience | Climate resilience | Project | ₹12,000 / $150 | Climate & policy |
| Blue Economy Data Analytics and GIS | 3 Months | Online | Use data and mapping tools for marine planning | Data analytics | Report | ₹12,000 / $150 | Research & planning |
| Blue Carbon and Ecosystem Services | 3 Months | Online | Quantify and manage carbon sequestration in marine systems | Ecosystem valuation | Dissertation | ₹12,000 / $150 | Environment & policy |
| Sustainable Marine Tourism and Coastal Development | 3 Months | Online | Develop sustainable tourism strategies in coastal areas | Tourism planning | Case study | ₹12,000 / $150 | Tourism & local development |
- Six-Month Diploma Courses
(Comprehensive Research, Innovation, and Leadership Level)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Diploma in Blue Economy and Sustainable Development | 6 Months | Online | Master policy, innovation, and sustainability frameworks for the blue economy | Strategic leadership | Dissertation | ₹27,000 / $320 | Policy & research |
| Diploma in Marine Resource Management and Governance | 6 Months | Online | Learn to govern and manage ocean resources sustainably | Resource governance | Capstone | ₹27,000 / $320 | Government & NGOs |
| Diploma in Blue Innovation and Marine Entrepreneurship | 6 Months | Online | Build sustainable business ventures in the blue economy | Business innovation | Project | ₹27,000 / $320 | Start-ups & industry |
| Diploma in Maritime Policy, Trade, and Security | 6 Months | Online | Analyze global maritime trade, policy, and strategic issues | Strategic policy | Dissertation | ₹27,000 / $320 | International affairs |
| Diploma in Climate-Resilient Oceans and Coastal Systems | 6 Months | Online | Develop adaptive frameworks for ocean sustainability | Climate systems | Research report | ₹27,000 / $320 | Climate & development sectors |
Cross-Cutting Features
- Based on UNEP Blue Economy Framework, World Bank PROBLUE Program, and UNESCO Ocean Sustainability Guidelines
- Integrates policy, technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship
- Ideal for graduates, researchers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, marine professionals, and sustainability leaders
- STRATI-certified for Blue Economy and Ocean Sustainability Leadership
- Promotes sustainable use, inclusive growth, and ocean-climate resilience
- Placement and research collaboration opportunities
- Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships