Introduction
Dumfries and Galloway College has partnered with Think Partnership Ltd to offer a Certificate in Essentials of Sustainable Business Growth. Upon successful completion, participants will earn a CMI Level 3 Certificate in Management & Leadeship. They will also gain the essential knowledge and skills to integrate environmental and social responsibility into everyday business practices—key components for long-term financial success and organisational resilience.
Course code
CCSB
Location
Varies
Duration
Facilitated session delivered at lunch time, fortnightly via MS Teams.
Self – study is required
Guilded Learning Hours
Unit 311 – 30 Hours
Unit 312 – 21 Hours
Unit 313 – 19 Hours
Price
£TBA
Availability
Location: Online
Induction Session – 19 Mar 2025 12:00
Session 2 – 02 Apr 2025 12:00
Session 3 – 16 Apr 2025 12:00
Session 4 – 30 Apr 2025 12:00
Session 5 – 14 May 2025 12:00
Session 6 – 28 May 2025 12:00
Session 7 – 11 Jun 2025 12:00
Session 8 – 25 Jun 2025 12:00
Session 9 – 20 Aug 2025 12:00
Session 10 – 03 Sep 2025 12:00
Session 11 – 17 Sep 2025 12:00
Session 12 – 01 Oct 2025 12:00
Session 13 – 29 Oct 2025 12:00
Session 14 – 12 Nov 2025 12:00
Session 15 – 26 Nov 2025 12:00
Session 16 – 10 Dec 2025 12:00
Entry Requirements
No formal qualifications are required to enrol in the CMI Level 3 Certificate in Management and Leadership – Essentials of Sustainable Business Growth. However, it is expected that you will be contributing to a current sustainability project, as this will enable you to effectively contribute sustainability principles that are covered in the course.
Course Content
Virtual delivery with CMI Instructor and Think Partnership
Unit 311 – contributing to the Delivery of a Project
This unit focuses on providing managers with the knowledge, tools, and techniques needed for effective project management and monitoring. While the scale, importance, and complexity of projects may differ, the core principles of managing them remain consistent. It also explores strategies for handling risk and addressing the needs and expectations of stakeholders. The skills gained from this unit will not only enhance a manager’s individual work practices but also contribute to the successful achievement of project outcomes.
312 – Managing Daily Activities to Achieve Results
Efficiency is crucial for a business to stay competitive, and a well-organized workload is vital for both individual and team success. This unit is designed to provide managers with the knowledge to identify priorities and establish measurable objectives. Managers will learn how to organize and assign daily tasks, monitor progress, and address issues in a practical way that supports the achievement of desired results.
313 – Developing and Sharing Good Practice
Developing and sharing best practices allows individuals and organizations to enhance their potential and exceed both personal and organisational expectations. This unit examines how good practices can be developed, maintained, implemented, and shared with stakeholders.
Six areas covered by Think Partnership:
· Introduction to sustainable principles
· Net Zero and Carbon
· Circularity
· Social Value & Community wealth building
· Reporting and ESG
· Nature positive business
Each area will have a focus on human, operational and commercial impact.
Assessments
Assessment for each unit is based on written assignments, reflecting on practical work-based scenarios to ensure learning is applied effectively. There are no exams, making it a manageable way to gain a qualification while working.
Course Contact Details
shortcourses@dumgal.ac.uk
01387 734199