Professional Learning

Columbia Climate School's Professional Learning programs offer working professionals the chance to enhance and adapt skills in the areas of climate and sustainability, empowering them to advance their careers and drive meaningful change.

ON DEMAND COURSES

The Columbia Climate School is proud to launch the first two of a new suite of on-demand professional courses, distilling world-class faculty research into flexible, affordable, self-paced learning. These offerings empower leaders to translate complex climate information into actionable strategies to drive organizational resilience and a competitive edge.

The Science of Climate Change: Beyond the Basics synthesizes faculty insights on how shifting weather patterns and systemic disruptions directly impact global assets and supply chains. Gain the clarity and confidence needed to identify emerging vulnerabilities and guide your organization towards resilience and growth.

Circular Economy Strategies for Reclaiming Value offers practical frameworks for shifting from traditional linear models to circular systems that unlock hidden value. Master the tools to transform resource scarcity into a long-term market advantage for your organization and community.

ABOUT OUR OPEN ENROLLMENT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

Our Professional Learning programs offer open enrollment for working professionals and adult learners looking to sharpen their job skills and explore new topics, without the commitment of a degree program. These flexible, non-degree offerings enable participants to develop an understanding of climate and sustainability challenges through the expertise of Columbia researchers.

Designed for accessibility, our programs feature cutting-edge science in flexible formats, also allowing participants to network with other professional learners. No formal application is required. Simply register to begin! Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate of participation from the Columbia Climate School.

Feel free to contact our team with any questions you may have about the Professional Learning opportunities.

LATEST PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP

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Workshop Details

15 Hour Virtual Workshop

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Workshop Dates

Evenings, March 25 through May 6, 2026

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Workshop Time

5:30 - 7:40 pm Eastern Time

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Designed for

Working professionals and adult learners

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Program Fee

$2,000 for full workshop 

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Registration Deadline

March 11, 2026

PROFESSIONAL LEARNING WORKSHOP INFORMATION SESSION RECORDINGS

Watch our information session recordings to learn more about the Columbia Climate School's Professional Learning Workshop offerings.

Each information session has invited the workshop expert as a guest speaker to share more about the learning objectives of the workshop and  their professional experience. 

 

All the information sessions are recorded and posted on the Columbia Climate School's YouTube channel

Watch the most recent Information Session (above)! 

Questions?

Have questions about the Columbia Climate School Open Enrollment Programs? 
Email us at [email protected].

Past Professional Learning Offerings