Globalisation and Sustainable Development
This course offers theoretical and real-world insights into why and how globalisation can be used as a conduit for sustainable development.Globalisation is associated not only with significant economic development opportunities but also with pressing environmental and social challenges. Through readings, videos, discussions and interactive learning activities you will examine and critique the potential of globalisation to drive sustainable development. You will also explore and reflect on the impact of the UN Sustainable Development Goals on current and future economic, environmental and social trends.This is your opportunity to be part of a global learning community actively exploring and sharing the implications of a globalisation and sustainable development nexus.
What you'll learn
- On completion of this course you will be able to:
- Describe the globalisation and sustainable development nexus
- Define the tenets of sustainable development theory and practice
- Identify various sustainable development goals and compare socio-economic and environmental progress in different parts of the world
- Apply sustainable development principles to evaluate the state of a particular community or country
- Critique the potential of globalisation for sustainable development
- Identify potential global solutions to existing/emerging socio-economic and environmental challenges
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| Length | 4 weeks |
| Effort | 4 weeks, 2–3 hours per week |
| Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
| Cost | $99 |
| From | CurtinX, Curtin University via edX |
| Instructor | Subas Dhakal |
| Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Business Social Sciences Science |
| Tags | Economics & Finance Social Sciences Environmental Studies |
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| Rating | Not enough ratings |
|---|---|
| Length | 4 weeks |
| Effort | 4 weeks, 2–3 hours per week |
| Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
| Cost | $99 |
| From | CurtinX, Curtin University via edX |
| Instructor | Subas Dhakal |
| Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Business Social Sciences Science |
| Tags | Economics & Finance Social Sciences Environmental Studies |
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