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Sustainability and Innovation Fundamentals Certificate


This certificate program will be offered soon.


Drive Innovation with Purpose

Create solutions that matter. The Certificate in Sustainability & Innovation Fundamentals teaches you how to combine sound business judgment with responsible resource management so new ideas create long-term value for companies, customers, and communities. Through core courses in Sustainable Innovation Management and Global Sustainability & Competitive Advantage you will learn to spot operational efficiencies, weigh regulatory and market considerations, and craft strategies that balance profitability with accountability. If you're ready to lead change and make an impact, this program is your next big step.

Who Should Enroll?

Anyone who values smart growth, measurable results, and innovation with an eye for stewardship. Open to students from all majors.

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Career-Ready Skills

  • Assess resource use & develop improvement roadmaps
  • Spot operational efficiencies & regulatory opportunities
  • Craft strategies that balance profit with responsible resource management
  • Communicate sustainability goals across teams
  • Champion smart growth & measurable results

Program Highlights

Required Courses

  • MGMT 3301: Management Theory and Practice
  • MGMT 4330: Sustainable Innovation Management
  • MGMT 4335: Global Sustainability & Competitive Advantage

Electives (Choose One)

  • LEGL 4353: Dispute Resolution
  • MGMT 4326: Effective Negotiations
  • MGMT 4353: International Business Management
  • MGMT 4371: Social Responsibility of Business

Career Paths

  • Sustainability Coordinator
  • Resource-Efficiency Analyst
  • Supply Chain Improvement Specialist
  • Innovation Project Lead
  • Nonprofit Program Manager

Make sustainability your competitive edge.


Admission Requirements

Ready to submit your application to University of Houston-Clear Lake's College of Business? Make sure you have what it takes as you begin the admissions process.

Cost Information

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Deadlines for Applying

  • Freshman Deadlines
  • Fall

    Priority - July 15 
    Final - August 1 

  • Spring

    Priority - November 1
    Final - December 1 

  • Summer

    Priority - March 1
    Final (Summer Session I & II) - May 1 

  • Transfer Deadlines
  • Spring 2026
    Priority - December 1
    Final - January 12 (Deadline Extended)
    Returning UHCL Students - January 12 (Deadline Extended)
  • Summer 2026
    Priority - May 1
    Summer I Final - May 20
    Summer II Final - June 26
  • Fall 2026
    Priority - August 1
    Final - August 10
    Returning UHCL Students - August 12
  • International Deadlines
  • Fall

    Freshman Final Deadline - Apply by June 1

    Transfer Final Deadline - Apply by July 15

  • Spring

    Freshman Final Deadline - Apply by October 1

    Transfer Final Deadline - Apply by December 15

  • Summer*

    Freshman - Application Not Accepted for Summer Semester.

    Transfer Final Deadline - Apply by May 1

*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.

For more information regarding deferring your application, please visit Deferring International Admission.

Locations

University of Houston-Clear Lake

University of Houston-Clear Lake

2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600

About UHCL

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Bayou Building, Room 1406
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-212-1611

Make the most of a hectic schedule and study from home or the office through UHCL Online, offering the same level of excellence for more than 20 undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs.

Contact

  • Office of Admissions

    Phone: 281-283-2500
    Fax: 281-283-2522
    Email: admissions@uhcl.edu

    SSCB 1.101
    2700 Bay Area Blvd, Box 13
    Houston, TX 77058-1002

    Office Hours:
    Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

    Monday & Wednesday: Virtual and in-person appointments available until 6 p.m.