Courses in sustainable management can prepare students to lead organizations in ways that balance the needs of the business, the environment and society. Students can focus on sustainability in a certain industry or job function, as it is a field that is usually relevant to all businesses.

Students who hold some secondary education credentials and wish to enter a specific profession might find themselves best served by a graduate diploma program. These courses often take a focused look at a subject over the period of one or two years.

Part time learning allows one to obtain part-time degrees even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at his or own pace, gradually accumulating credits which count towards final qualification.