Agua 2.0: empresas eficientes para el siglo XXI from edX

¿Eres un profesional o actor activo del sector del agua y saneamiento? o simplemente, ¿te interesa conocer cómo es la gestión del agua en tu ciudad?

Este curso busca fortalecer tus conocimientos y capacidades, de manera que puedas ser parte activa de la transformación que está viviendo el sector en todo el mundo; en particular, en los siguientes aspectos esenciales:

Gestionar los procesos empresariales de manera integral.
Gerenciar de manera estratégica con una visión de largo plazo.
Incorporar nuevas herramientas de gestión, innovación, gobierno corporativo, transparencia, entre otros.

El curso se complementa con las mejores prácticas internacionales en gestión de empresas de agua y saneamiento, contenidas en el estándar AquaRating , y fue diseñado en base a los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS) de las Naciones Unidas (ONU) para el sector, como el ODS 6: garantizar la disponibilidad de agua y su gestión sostenible y el saneamiento para todos.

Este curso es "a tu propio ritmo" (self-paced) por lo que puedes registrarte en cualquier momento, aunque lleve abierto un tiempo.

Si optas por la modalidad asistente tendrás acceso ilimitado a los contenidos del curso, pero no podrás realizar las actividades evaluadas ni obtener el certificado.

Si optas por la modalidad certificado verificado puedes acceder al curso de manera ilimitada y podrás completar las evaluaciones calificadas hasta la fecha de cierre, tras hacer un pago de USD 25. De esta forma, si apruebas, además del certificado verificado, obtendrás una insignia digital que permite transformar la forma en que compartes tus logros académicos y profesionales como, por ejemplo, en redes sociales.

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What you'll learn

Reconocerás los ODS y las condiciones y desafíos que las empresas prestadoras de servicio de agua y saneamiento de América Latina y el Caribe deben afrontar para alcanzarlos.
Reconocerás principios y herramientas de gestión estratégica para conducir a las empresas prestadoras del servicio de agua y saneamiento de América Latina y el Caribe a su transformación y optimización para el logro de los ODS del sector.
Reconocerás buenas prácticas e indicadores de calidad (AquaRating) de las actividades primarias de la cadena de valor y de la gestión ambiental, de los servicios de agua y saneamiento y su importancia para garantizar el cambio de estas empresas para el logro de los ODS en América Latina y el Caribe.
Reconocer las buenas prácticas e indicadores de calidad (AquaRating) de las actividades de soporte de la cadena de valor de los servicios de agua y saneamiento y las capacidades empresariales fundamentales para apalancar el cambio de las empresas del sector para el logro de los ODS en América Latina y el Caribe.

What's inside

Learning objective

Reconocerás

Syllabus

Módulo 1 - Las empresas de agua y saneamiento en América Latina y el Caribe

Módulo 2 - Gestión estratégica de empresas de agua y saneamiento

Módulo 3 - Los servicios de prestación de agua y saneamiento

Módulo 4 - Funciones transversales y capacidades empresariales para el siglo XXI

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

El curso aborda los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible de la ONU para el sector del agua y el saneamiento (ODS 6), lo que lo hace relevante para los profesionales del sector

Cuenta con el respaldo del estándar internacional AquaRating, que proporciona prácticas recomendadas y métricas para la gestión de empresas de agua y saneamiento

Está dirigido por instructores con experiencia en el sector, lo que garantiza conocimientos y perspectivas prácticas

Ofrece flexibilidad a través de la modalidad a tu propio ritmo, lo que permite a los estudiantes adaptarlo a sus horarios

Cubre conceptos esenciales de gestión estratégica y herramientas para optimizar las operaciones de las empresas de agua y saneamiento

La modalidad de certificado verificado ofrece una insignia digital que reconoce los logros y respalda el desarrollo profesional

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Agua 2.0: empresas eficientes para el siglo XXI with these activities:

Diseñar un plan estratégico para una empresa de agua y saneamiento

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Crea un plan estratégico para mejorar tus habilidades de gestión y comprensión de los principios de gestión estratégica.

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Recopilar datos sobre la empresa de agua y saneamiento
Analizar el entorno interno y externo de la empresa
Identificar las fortalezas, debilidades, oportunidades y amenazas de la empresa
Desarrollar objetivos estratégicos y un plan de acción
Implementar y monitorear el plan estratégico

Develop a water management plan

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Develop a water management plan to apply course concepts and address real-world water challenges.

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Define project scope and objectives
Research best practices and technologies
Analyze data and identify areas for improvement
Develop and implement water management plan
Monitor and evaluate plan effectiveness

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Career center

Learners who complete Agua 2.0: empresas eficientes para el siglo XXI will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Sanitation Engineer

Sanitation Engineers are responsible for designing and implementing sanitation systems. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing the water and sanitation sector, as well as the best practices for managing these challenges.

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Water Treatment Plant Operator

Water Treatment Plant Operators are responsible for operating and maintaining water treatment plants. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing the water and sanitation sector, as well as the best practices for managing these challenges.

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Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators are responsible for operating and maintaining wastewater treatment plants. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing the water and sanitation sector, as well as the best practices for managing these challenges.

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Water Resource Manager

Water Resource Managers are responsible for managing water resources to meet the needs of communities and businesses. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing the water and sanitation sector, as well as the best practices for managing these challenges.

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Water Conservation Specialist

Water Conservation Specialists are responsible for developing and implementing water conservation programs. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing the water and sanitation sector, as well as the best practices for managing these challenges.

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Chief Sustainability Officer

Chief Sustainability Officers are responsible for developing and implementing sustainability strategies for their organizations. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing the water and sanitation sector, as well as the best practices for managing these challenges.

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Water Resources Planner

Water Resources Planners are responsible for developing and implementing water resources plans. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing the water and sanitation sector, as well as the best practices for managing these challenges.

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Public Health Engineer

Public Health Engineers are responsible for protecting the public's health. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing the water and sanitation sector, as well as the best practices for managing these challenges.

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Water Policy Analyst

Water Policy Analysts are responsible for developing and analyzing water policy. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing the water and sanitation sector, as well as the best practices for managing these challenges.

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Environmental Engineer

Environmental Engineers are responsible for protecting the environment from pollution. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing the water and sanitation sector, as well as the best practices for managing these challenges.

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Hydrologist

Hydrologists are responsible for studying water resources. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing the water and sanitation sector, as well as the best practices for managing these challenges.

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Environmental Scientist

Environmental Scientists are responsible for studying the environment. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing the water and sanitation sector, as well as the best practices for managing these challenges.

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Sustainability Consultant

Sustainability Consultants are responsible for helping organizations to become more sustainable. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing the water and sanitation sector, as well as the best practices for managing these challenges.

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Geologist

Geologists are responsible for studying the Earth's physical features. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing the water and sanitation sector, as well as the best practices for managing these challenges.

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Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing the water and sanitation sector, as well as the best practices for managing these challenges.

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