This specialization equips participants with the skills, mindset, and strategic tools to design, launch, and scale sustainability-driven ventures. It integrates entrepreneurship, innovation, finance, and environmental stewardship, enabling learners to address real-world sustainability challenges through enterprise solutions. Aligned with SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), this program strengthens STRATI’s mission to nurture entrepreneurial sustainability leaders driving impact across sectors.
- One-Week Certificate Courses
(Foundational learning in sustainability innovation and entrepreneurship)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Introduction to Sustainable Entrepreneurship | 1 Week | Online | Understand sustainability principles in new venture creation | Entrepreneurial mindset | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Start-up ecosystem |
| Innovation for Circular and Green Business Models | 1 Week | Online | Learn innovation tools for circular economy ventures | Design thinking | Case study | ₹2,500 / $30 | Green innovation |
| Climate and Impact Venture Fundamentals | 1 Week | Online | Identify opportunities for climate-smart businesses | Opportunity mapping | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Climate start-ups |
| Business Model Canvas for Sustainable Ventures | 1 Week | Online | Develop sustainability-aligned business models | Model design | Project | ₹2,500 / $30 | Social enterprise |
| Financing Sustainability Start-Ups | 1 Week | Online | Explore funding models and impact investment channels | Financial literacy | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Green finance |
- Two-Week Certificate Courses
(Practical programs linking innovation management and sustainability impact)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Sustainable Business Innovation and Incubation | 2 Weeks | Online | Learn to ideate, validate, and incubate sustainable ventures | Innovation design | Capstone | ₹4,500 / $55 | Start-up management |
| Green Start-Up Finance and Venture Capital | 2 Weeks | Online | Explore capital raising and investment for sustainability | Fundraising strategy | Project | ₹4,500 / $55 | Green finance |
| Social Entrepreneurship and Inclusive Growth | 2 Weeks | Online | Understand social enterprise models for inclusive development | Community impact | Case study | ₹4,500 / $55 | Social impact |
| Digital Platforms for Sustainable Ventures | 2 Weeks | Online | Apply digital tools to scale impact-driven business models | Digital innovation | Project | ₹4,500 / $55 | E-commerce & tech |
| Entrepreneurial Leadership for Sustainability | 2 Weeks | Online | Develop leadership and resilience in sustainability ventures | Leadership skills | Assessment | ₹4,500 / $55 | Entrepreneurship leadership |
- One-Month Certificate Courses
(Skill-building for sustainable enterprise creation and management)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Green Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management | 1 Month | Online | Manage sustainability-oriented start-up innovation | Strategic thinking | Project | ₹7,000 / $85 | SME innovation |
| Sustainable Venture Design and Impact Modeling | 1 Month | Online | Apply design thinking and impact frameworks for start-ups | System design | Capstone | ₹7,000 / $85 | Impact entrepreneurship |
| Financing and Scaling Sustainable Businesses | 1 Month | Online | Learn to attract impact investors and scale business models | Financial modeling | Project | ₹7,000 / $85 | Venture capital |
| Sustainable Product and Service Design | 1 Month | Online | Develop eco-innovative products and services | Product design | Case study | ₹7,000 / $85 | Product development |
| Entrepreneurship for the SDGs | 1 Month | Online | Design start-ups aligned with Sustainable Development Goals | SDG mapping | Capstone | ₹7,000 / $85 | Development policy |
- Three-Month Certificate Courses
(Advanced learning on innovation ecosystems and sustainability strategy)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Advanced Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 3 Months | Online | Develop full-cycle start-up plans from ideation to execution | Entrepreneurship | Project | ₹15,000 / $175 | Start-up strategy |
| Circular Economy Start-Up Accelerator | 3 Months | Online | Build circular business models using closed-loop systems | Business design | Capstone | ₹15,000 / $175 | Green economy |
| Social Innovation and Impact Measurement | 3 Months | Online | Design, implement, and measure social innovation projects | Impact analytics | Report | ₹15,000 / $175 | Social enterprise |
| Green Technology and Eco-Innovation | 3 Months | Online | Develop green tech-based sustainable solutions | Technology innovation | Capstone | ₹15,000 / $175 | Cleantech |
| Entrepreneurship Policy and Ecosystem Development | 3 Months | Online | Explore policy frameworks supporting sustainable enterprises | Policy analysis | Report | ₹15,000 / $175 | Policy & governance |
- Six-Month Diploma Courses
(Comprehensive diploma programs in green enterprise leadership)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Diploma in Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 6 Months | Online | Build and scale sustainability-driven ventures | Strategic leadership | Dissertation | ₹30,000 / $350 | Start-up incubation |
| Diploma in Green and Social Enterprise Management | 6 Months | Online | Manage hybrid organizations with social and environmental missions | Organizational management | Capstone | ₹30,000 / $350 | Social innovation |
| Diploma in Sustainable Venture Finance and Investment | 6 Months | Online | Master financial instruments for green and impact ventures | Financial analysis | Project | ₹30,000 / $350 | Impact finance |
| Diploma in Sustainable Technology and Digital Innovation | 6 Months | Online | Integrate digital tools and sustainability technologies in start-ups | Technological innovation | Project | ₹30,000 / $350 | Digital entrepreneurship |
| Diploma in Global Sustainable Business Leadership | 6 Months | Online | Lead sustainability-oriented enterprises in international markets | Global strategy | Dissertation | ₹30,000 / $350 | Leadership & management |
Common Features Across All Courses
- Integrates entrepreneurship, green innovation, and sustainability leadership
- Builds capacity for impact measurement, venture scaling, and ESG integration
- Connects learners with green finance, incubation, and international ecosystems
- Ideal for graduates, entrepreneurs, sustainability professionals, development practitioners, and start-up founders
- STRATI-certified and aligned with international governance training standards
- Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships
- Placement and research collaboration opportunities