University of Waterloo - Graduate Studies

Climate Risk Management - Graduate Diploma (GDip) (Online)

University of Waterloo - Graduate Studies

Faculty:Geography and Environmental Management
Degree:Post-diploma; Online
Field of Study:Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, Other

Description:

Identify and create strategies to mitigate climate risk with the Graduate Diploma in Climate Change.

Designed for working professionals, you’ll gain the skills needed to build climate-resiliency in any industry and become an asset to your current or future organization. The program is completed part-time and fully online for maximum flexibility. 

By the end of the program, you’ll achieve in-depth knowledge in three of the following areas:

  • Accessing and interpreting climate change data
  • Incorporating climate change into business decisions
  • Managing climate change risk
  • Greenhouse gas accounting and management

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*75
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    A four year honours bachelor degree or equivalent in any humanities, social science, health, engineering or science discipline with an overall average of at least 75% in the last 20 courses (or last two years) is required.

    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Statement of Research Interests

    Transcripts and program-specific questions are also required.

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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