Project Management and Sustainable Development

This specialization trains learners to manage sustainability-focused projects — from conception to completion — using global project management frameworks (PMI, PRINCE2, Agile) while embedding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. Participants will develop leadership, planning, and performance measurement skills to deliver projects that create long-term social, economic, and ecological value. Aligned with SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and SDG 13 (Climate Action), this program strengthens STRATI’s mission to cultivate globally competent, sustainability-oriented project leaders.

  1. One-Week Certificate Courses

(Introductory programs for students, professionals, and policy practitioners)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Fundamentals of Project Management 1 Week Online Understand project lifecycle, scope, and planning basics Planning & scheduling Quiz ₹2,500 / $30 General management
Introduction to Sustainable Development Projects 1 Week Online Learn sustainability-focused project frameworks SDG integration Quiz ₹2,500 / $30 Development sector
Stakeholder and Risk Management 1 Week Online Identify and manage project risks and stakeholder relations Risk assessment Case study ₹2,500 / $30 Corporate projects
Project Budgeting and Financial Planning 1 Week Online Prepare project budgets and cost control mechanisms Budgeting Assignment ₹2,500 / $30 Finance management
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) 1 Week Online Learn basics of tracking sustainability project outcomes Data monitoring Quiz ₹2,500 / $30 Development practice
  1. Two-Week Certificate Courses

(Applied project management skill development)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Sustainable Project Design and Implementation 2 Weeks Online Develop SDG-aligned project proposals Logical framework Project ₹4,500 / $55 NGO & policy sector
Agile Project Management for Sustainability 2 Weeks Online Apply Agile and Scrum tools to sustainability projects Agile methods Capstone ₹4,500 / $55 IT & innovation
Project Impact Assessment and Reporting 2 Weeks Online Design impact evaluation frameworks for ESG projects Impact evaluation Project ₹4,500 / $55 Development projects
Climate and Infrastructure Project Planning 2 Weeks Online Manage climate resilience and infrastructure projects Technical planning Project ₹4,500 / $55 Urban development
Digital Tools for Project Management (MS Project, Trello, Asana) 2 Weeks Online Use software tools for scheduling and collaboration Digital proficiency Practical ₹4,500 / $55 Professional management
  1. One-Month Certificate Courses

(Professional-level learning with sustainability integration)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Project Planning, Management, and Evaluation 1 Month Online Manage full project cycles using SDG frameworks Project cycle management Capstone ₹7,000 / $85 Project leadership
Sustainable Infrastructure and Energy Project Management 1 Month Online Lead energy and infrastructure projects for sustainability Technical management Project ₹7,000 / $85 Energy & infrastructure
Corporate Sustainability Projects and ESG Reporting 1 Month Online Manage sustainability and ESG projects in businesses Corporate strategy Case study ₹7,000 / $85 ESG management
Policy, Governance, and Development Project Management 1 Month Online Design and manage public sector development projects Governance planning Project ₹7,000 / $85 Public policy
Impact Measurement, Monitoring, and Evaluation (M&E) 1 Month Online Conduct data-driven evaluation of sustainability outcomes Data analytics Project ₹7,000 / $85 Development analytics
  1. Three-Month Certificate Courses

(Advanced programs for leadership and sustainability project professionals)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Advanced Project Management and Sustainability Leadership 3 Months Online Manage complex sustainability projects and teams Leadership & planning Dissertation ₹15,000 / $175 Corporate leadership
Sustainable Development Projects and Policy Integration 3 Months Online Link sustainability goals with national policies Policy alignment Capstone ₹15,000 / $175 Government sector
Risk, Resilience, and Climate Adaptation Projects 3 Months Online Manage climate risk and resilience-building initiatives Climate modeling Project ₹15,000 / $175 Environment & policy
Financing and Investment for Sustainable Projects 3 Months Online Explore green finance, PPPs, and blended financing tools Financial design Report ₹15,000 / $175 Finance & ESG
Project Leadership, Innovation, and Change Management 3 Months Online Build leadership and innovation capabilities for project success Change management Dissertation ₹15,000 / $175 Project innovation
  1. Six-Month Diploma Courses

(Comprehensive programs for professional certification and leadership in sustainability projects)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Diploma in Project Management for Sustainable Development 6 Months Online Lead and manage sustainable projects from planning to impact Strategic project leadership Dissertation ₹30,000 / $350 Development & corporate
Diploma in Climate, Environment, and Infrastructure Project Management 6 Months Online Develop and manage green and climate-resilient infrastructure Technical project design Project ₹30,000 / $350 Energy & climate
Diploma in Development Project Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation 6 Months Online Master tools for M&E, SDG tracking, and data visualization Impact measurement Project ₹30,000 / $350 Development policy
Diploma in Corporate Sustainability and ESG Project Leadership 6 Months Online Manage corporate sustainability and CSR portfolios ESG leadership Dissertation ₹30,000 / $350 Corporate ESG
Diploma in Public Policy and Sustainable Project Implementation 6 Months Online Integrate project management with governance systems Policy management Capstone ₹30,000 / $350 Public administration

Common Features Across All Courses

  • Integrates project management frameworks with sustainability and SDGs
  • Builds leadership capacity in M&E, finance, and impact assessment
  • Combines technical, analytical, and governance perspectives
  • Ideal for graduates, project managers, policy professionals, development practitioners, and sustainability officers
  • STRATI-certified and aligned with international governance training standards
  • Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships
  • Placement and research collaboration opportunities