The ISDJ’s Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Innovation programme is designed for visionaries who want to launch, scale and lead ventures that drive meaningful change.
This fully online programme empowers you to transform today’s challenges into opportunities for purpose-driven innovation. Designed for entrepreneurs, business leaders and system-builders, this programme blends sustainability, equity and enterprise to foster a comprehensive understanding of sustainable principles and practices.
Why choose Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the ISDJ?
- Justice meets innovation
This isn’t business as usual. We embed equity, climate responsibility and social impact into every aspect of entrepreneurship – from ideation to investment. - Caribbean-rooted, globally relevant
Leverage the Caribbean’s legacy and leadership on climate justice, reparations and resilience to build entrepreneurial solutions with global resonance. - Interdisciplinary and impact-focused
Explore the intersection of business, sustainability and design thinking. Create ventures that align with all 17 SDGs. - Flexible, online, made for innovators
Learn on your schedule while actively applying new strategies to your startup, organisation or sector. Designed for professionals ready to scale impact.
SDGs for this Programme
1. NO POVERTY
Over 700 million people still live on less than $2.15 a day. SDG 1 calls for universal social protection, access to basic services, and economic inclusion — ensuring no one is left behind regardless of geography, gender, or circumstance.
7. AFFORDABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY
Energy poverty limits education, healthcare, and economic opportunity. SDG 7 drives the global shift to renewable energy, improves efficiency, and ensures modern, reliable energy reaches the 675 million people still living without electricity.
8. DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
Economic growth alone is not enough. SDG 8 calls for productive employment, fair wages, safe working conditions, and the eradication of forced labour and child labour — building economies that work for people, not just profit.
9. INDUSTRY, INNOVATION, AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Reliable infrastructure and inclusive industrialisation are prerequisites for development. SDG 9 promotes resilient infrastructure, sustainable industry, and technological innovation — particularly for developing nations and small island states.
12. RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION
The world consumes 1.7 times what the planet can regenerate each year. SDG 12 demands a fundamental shift in how we produce, distribute, and dispose — reducing waste, cutting emissions, and building truly circular economies.
17. PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS
The 2030 Agenda cannot be achieved by any nation alone. SDG 17 calls for strengthened global partnerships, technology transfer, debt relief for developing nations, and a fair multilateral system that gives every country a real seat at the table.
Programme Levels
Master's
- 6 core courses (18 credits)
- 4 electives (12 credits)
- 1 project (6 credits)
Total: 36 credits
56 learning weeks full-time, 96 learning weeks part-time
US$10,000
Postgraduate Diploma
- 5 core courses (15 credits)
- 2 electives (6 credits)
Total: 21 credits
32 learning weeks full-time, 56 learning weeks part-time
US$7,500
Postgraduate Certificate
- 4 core courses (12 credits)
Total: 12 credits
16 learning weeks full-time, 32 learning weeks part-time
US$3,500
What you'll learn
- Sustainable business models and circular economies
- Innovation strategy and design thinking
- Social impact measurement and responsible finance
- Entrepreneurial leadership and systems analysis
- Climate-responsive and inclusive enterprise development
- Aligning ventures with SDGs and ESG goals
Who Should Apply
Aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs
- who want to build ventures that are commercially viable, environmentally responsible and socially conscious
Business professionals and managers
- looking to lead innovation and sustainable business transformation within their organisations
Corporate development and partnerships professionals
- seeking to integrate sustainability into their organisation's value creation strategy
Career changers
- ready to pivot into the growing field of sustainable business, impact management or social entrepreneurship
Careers with purpose
ISDJ graduates emerge ready to lead as:
- Social and climate-technology entrepreneurs
- Sustainability and innovation consultants
- Impact investment and ESG advisors
- Policy and development innovation strategists
- Startup founders and incubator managers
- CSR and sustainability leads
You won’t just launch businesses – you’ll launch movements.
Admissions Requirements
Option A: Degreed - Honours Applicants
- At least a bachelor's degree or equivalent from a university acceptable to The UWI
- Minimum GPA of 2.5
- Some programme options may require specific degrees for matriculation
Option B: Degreed - Pass Applicants
- Pass degree with at least two (2) years of post-degree work experience, particularly in a related field
- Some programme options may require specific degrees for matriculation
Option C: Technical/Professional Qualification
- Technical and/or professional qualification(s) from an approved body recognised by The UWI
- Minimum of two (2) years' experience
Option D: Non-Degreed or Certified Applicants
- Relevant work experience with at least five (5) years of management-level experience
- May be subject to interview
- Successful completion of pre-programme qualifying course required
