Introduction to Sustainability in the Built Environment Course

The UK-GBC's exciting new online foundation course is designed for any professional working in the built environment sector and will help promote a common language on sustainability.

• deliver an integrated, systemic and holistic understanding of sustainability and sustainable development
• inspire and excite participants with the opportunities that sustainable practices can present
• broaden the understanding of the social, economic and environmental benefits of a more sustainable built environment from the level of the individual to the level of the community
• achieve a broad understanding of the key sustainability issues, challenges, opportunities and drivers for change
• promote and communicate the importance, value and opportunity that a more sustainable built environment represents
• enable delegates to objectively discuss sustainability issues in organisations and communities
• help inform the planning, design, construction, facilities management and refurbishment processes to optimize the sustainability of outcomes
• generate practical and positive responses to sustainability and climate change issues.

The course is suitable for any professional working within the built environment sector.

It is a foundation level course and no previous qualifications are required. The course is suited to participants who are:

• demographically and geographically diverse
• cross-institutional and cross-disciplinary
• working at a variety of seniority levels

Having completed the Introduction Course, you will:

• have a good understanding of what sustainability means, what drives it and how it impacts the built environment
• recognise relevant national and international policy, legislation and governance issues, and expected future direction
• appreciate how businesses are changing in order to address sustainability and explore the risks and opportunities this can bring
• describe the latest evidence and thinking on climate change, energy, water, pollution, waste, biodiversity and efficient use of materials within the built environment
• be aware of the processes necessary to implement a strategic approach to sustainability
• understand and appreciate the critical need for cross-communication throughout all building life-cycle stages
• understand the environmental, social and economic principles and how they are interlinked
• have access to information and tools necessary to introduce and champion sustainability in your organisation
• be able to move the sustainability agenda forward by developing action plans and highlighting personal development areas and thus drive industry change.

The course is delivered by distance learning and will equate to 8 hours of CPD. The online learning experience will be fully inclusive and highly interactive using videos and animations and allowing for collaboration and reflection time with other professionals.

The online delivery method will be via an internet based Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). Each course will be of two weeks duration (i.e. delegates will be able to access course materials over a two-week period). During this time, delegates will study five bite-sized modules. This method is an exceptionally convenient approach for the busy professional, although if preferred a face to face option will also be available.

Please be aware that this course requires Flash v10 for video and contains audio. You may need to update your computer Flash v10 and may wish to use headphones.

• Introduction to sustainability, sustainable development and systems in the built environment; identifying sustainability issues;
  Activity: how does sustainability affect your role at work?
• Key responses and events timeline; developing a strategy for sustainable development;
  Activity: a business matrix
• Addressing issues such as energy, water and waste at each stage of the property lifecycle; defining legislation and standards; exploring technical responses and solutions
• Investigating communication and engagement as tools for achieving sustainability; exploring the roles of individual stakeholders;
  Activity: Using four scenarios select who to consult with in order to achieve a sustainable outcome.
• Review of real case studies; identify how to gain an advantage when achieving sustainability.

Experience this brand new and highly interactive learning experience and book your place now!

Prices *

Book before 31 March 2012 and SAVE up to 25% 

* Valid for all bookings made up to 31 March 2012. Prices are exclusive of VAT.
Discounts shown are on total course fees excluding VAT.

Individuals

 If you work for a UK-GBC member organisation, please tick this box before choosing your date. 

• 05 March 2012 
• 16 April 2012 
• 14 May 2012 
• 11 June 2012 
• 02 July 2012 
• 06 August 2012 
• 03 September 2012 
• 01 October 2012 
• 05 November 2012 
• 03 December 2012 

If you are booking on behalf of somebody else, please include their full name and email address in the instructions to merchant/from buyer field

Booking for 2 or more individuals

Please click here to complete a booking form for multiple delegate attendance.
A member of the Training Team will then contact you regarding confirmation and payment details.

Your details will only be used by CEM and UK-GBC for the administration of this course and to keep you informed of other similar products.

Corporate Clients

Please note that organisations booking 10 or more delegates will be eligible for a Corporate Package that includes:

• detailed feedback on the performance of individual members of staff in comparison to a cohort and industry benchmark
• a brief, pre-meeting facilitiation discussion on how to embed the course into your overall training and education strategy and achieve the highest impact from your members of staff who attend the course (by telephone, email or in person at CEM in Reading)
• option of a private corporate cohort available for an additional cost of £500 + VAT

'Corporate Plus' Package *

Customise the course to reflect your organisation's own sustainability aspirations and practices, with the inclusion of a bespoke element (e.g. foreword, conclusion, case study, or module), tailored to your specific requirements.

* An additional fee will apply, which will be advised after consultation between the organisation and CEM.