Name: Sustainable and Resilient Operations Management
Brand: University of Colorado Boulder
Availability: OnlineOnly
Rating: 4.6 (8 reviews)

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Operations management involves the strategic use of company resources to create value and meet market demands. As customer expectations evolve, there is a growing emphasis on the environmental impact of the products we design and manufacture. Innovative companies such as Siemens Digital Industries Software recognize this need and have partnered with the University of Colorado Boulder to create this course that equips you with the knowledge and skills to implement sustainable operations management practices. In Sustainable and Resilient Operations Management, you will explore concepts such as the circular economy, focusing on minimizing waste and maximizing resource efficiency. The course is for anyone who is interested in how companies can responsibly design products and operational processes to reduce waste and become more circular.

This course was developed in collaboration with Siemens Digital Industries Software and is part of the "Design for the Circular Economy" collection. Learners who complete and pass the course can receive an industry-recognized digital badge. The “Design for the Circular Economy” microcredential and graduate certificate are developed around the educational goals of providing technical, business, and leadership knowledge and skills that inspire the transformation towards a more circular economy. This includes gaining technical knowledge to apply circular economy principles in product design, minimizing waste and maximizing impact; developing business acumen to implement innovative circular economic models that prioritize sustainability and resilience; and acquiring leadership strategies to communicate effectively and inspire change within an organization. This course can be taken for academic credit as part of CU Boulder’s Master of Engineering in Engineering Management (ME-EM) degree offered on the Coursera platform. The ME-EM is designed to help engineers, scientists, and technical professionals move into leadership and management roles in the engineering and technical sectors. With performance-based admissions and no application process, the ME-EM is ideal for individuals with a broad range of undergraduate education and/or professional experience. Learn more about the ME-EM program at https://www.coursera.org/degrees/me-engineering-management-boulder.

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4.0Reviewed May 21, 2025

good. high level overview of sustainability in all parts of supply chain

5.0Reviewed Jul 1, 2025

I learnt a lot about sustainability and how to get sustainable in the supply chains.

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Eshan Siriwardhana

5.0

Reviewed Mar 2, 2025

I have recently completed the "Sustainable and Resilient Operations Management" course, and I found it to be highly valuable for understanding how businesses can integrate sustainability and resilience into their operations. The course provided deep insights into key concepts such as sustainable supply chains, risk management, and operational strategies that are both environmentally and economically viable. It also highlighted the importance of adapting to disruptions while maintaining a commitment to sustainability. The course's practical approach, with real-world case studies and interactive assignments, allowed me to apply the knowledge gained to various industries. I particularly appreciated how it emphasized the importance of long-term thinking and strategic planning in building resilient operations that can withstand market changes and environmental challenges. Overall, this course has significantly enhanced my understanding of sustainable operations management, and I feel better equipped to contribute to sustainability initiatives within any organization.

Yashwinee Vardha Ramphul

5.0

Reviewed Jul 2, 2025

I learnt a lot about sustainability and how to get sustainable in the supply chains.

Harshvardhan Tanksale

5.0

Reviewed Sep 9, 2025

Highly reflective.

RAJESH JAGDISH DHAKE

5.0

Reviewed Jul 31, 2025

Very good course

Bruno Lobato

5.0

Reviewed Mar 12, 2025

Smooth teaching

Advait Krishnakumar

4.0

Reviewed May 22, 2025

good. high level overview of sustainability in all parts of supply chain

Beth Shamrock

3.0

Reviewed Oct 9, 2025

The course contained few lectures, but most of the education was via articles that were linked in the course. While the articles were informative, I prefer some more lectures. Also, many of the test questions contained answer options that were diametrically opposed, which is far too easy. IE: sustainable production increases CO2 or decreases CO2.

Jousef Rachid

2.0

Reviewed Mar 6, 2026

The course feels more like a Siemens marketing scheme than an academic course. The concepts presented are ill befitting of masters-level course. For an engineering management course, the topic is too qualitative and presents few methods of quantification. The educational outcomes of the course serve for great trivia and fun-facts, without addressing the fundamental topics of how (and what tools to use) to directly apply sustainable practices to the real world.