The Michaels Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Business equips new leaders with the skills to accelerate the shift to a climate-resilient, low-carbon, and equitable economy and society.
Addressing the world’s most pressing sustainability challenges requires innovation across management, business models, and technology. The Michaels Certificate in Sustainable Business equips aspiring leaders to evaluate operational and strategic decisions through a sustainability lens and drive the necessary change.
Why get a Michaels Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Business?
- Weave Sustainability into Any Career Path: Gain the frameworks and practical skills needed to integrate sustainable practices into any business model, management strategy, or technology. You’ll explore the complexities of building sustainable growth and learn to create real-world solutions.
- Signal Commitment to Sustainability to Prospective Employers: Show prospective employers your knowledge and passion for advancing sustainability profitably by listing the certificate on your resume and LinkedIn.
- Join a Community of Change-Makers: Become part of a global network of alumni and purpose-driven leaders. By collaborating with this community in and out of the classroom, you will gain new perspectives and insights essential for a sustainable transition.
How do I complete the Certificate?
The Michaels Graduate Certificate Student Guide contains information on Eligibility and Curricular Requirements for current Haas MBA students.
Michaels Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Business Alumni
Ricardo Kumelys
MBA 25
"Getting this Certificate has helped me connect the dots between environmental impact, business strategy, and government action. It shaped how I think about value creation, not just in financial terms, but in terms of resilience, equity, and long-term systems change."
Doniyor Danishev
MBA 25
"This Certificate has reinforced my commitment to applying business principles to meaningful climate solutions. It has also deepened my understanding of systems thinking, stakeholder alignment, and the broader sustainability ecosystem. Insights that will guide my approach to partnerships, fundraising, and long-term impact throughout my entrepreneurial journey."
Paul Bryzek
MBA 24
"This Certificate helped to build my sustainability background to augment my technical skills. I'm launching CarbonSustain Inc., an AI driven carbon accounting SaaS for SMBs. I'm working with professor Patatoukas on campus to provide visibility to his corporate accounting research and working to do the carbon emissions for Haas School of Business."
Hillary Hoffstein
MBA 24
“I came to Haas to redirect my career towards climate solutions. The coursework and professors involved with this Certificate have helped me achieve just that. After graduation I will be pursuing an entrepreneurial opportunity focused on renewable energy investment and deployment in growth markets.”
Korawat Techaphulphol
MBA 24
"The Certificate in Sustainable Business serves as a catalyst for career transformation. Armed with a holistic understanding, hands-on experience, and a commitment to continuous learning, I am poised to contribute significantly to businesses seeking positive environmental and social impact. This Certificate is not merely an academic pursuit; it is my roadmap to merging passion with purpose in building a sustainable future.”
Peter Pang
MBA 24
“The courses I have taken through the Michaels Certificate pushed me out of my comfort zone in corporate enterprise and provided the opportunities to apply my skills and background in the climate domain. From winning the 2023 CleanTech 2 Market competition to acting as a sustainability venture scout for Brinc, I now have the confidence to take a seat at the table and drive meaningful change!”
Tatsuya Toyoda
MBA 24
“I will work for a bank post-Haas, pursuing sustainable finance and impact investing on a global scale. While learning about the intersection of business and sustainability, I have gained valuable insights from the best practices - The practical experience at the certificate course has complemented my knowledge of what's happening in the real world and inspired me to identify what skill sets I need to hone.”
Caitlin Hodes
MBA 23
“The Certificate has given me the appropriate context for corporate sustainability work and real world experience that allowed me to validate I wanted to pursue a career in this area.” Associate Manager, Sustainability and Brand Purpose at Mattel