Develop insights into the circular economy and sustainable product design. Enrol today to learn how to apply circular principles to create eco-friendly, socially responsible, and profitable products.

Completing a Circular Economy and Sustainable Products eLearning course helps you understand how to reduce waste, extend product life cycles, and make more sustainable business decisions.

In partnership with:

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Who should take this course?

  • Product Designers and Developers: Professionals responsible for creating products with sustainability and circularity principles in mind.
  • Sustainability Managers and Consultants: Individuals tasked with incorporating circular economy strategies within organisations.
  • Supply Chain Managers: Those overseeing the implementation of sustainable supply chain practices, ensuring resource efficiency and minimising waste.
  • Business Leaders and Decision-Makers: Executives looking to embed circular economy practices into their business models and drive sustainable growth.
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Online Circular Economy and Sustainable Products

€495

The course is delivered online through eLearning.

Lead with Circular Strategies

As the shift to a circular economy accelerates, mastering sustainable product creation is essential for modern businesses. This course addresses the urgent need for circular economy training across industries, equipping participants with a deep understanding of circular design principles, innovative business models, and practical implementation strategies. Adopting these concepts enables organisations to enhance resource efficiency, minimise waste, and drive sustainable value in an evolving market.

Why complete the course through eLearning?

Here are four reasons why it’s easy to complete eLearning courses:

1. Flexibility of Schedule
You can learn at your own pace and fit study time around work, family, or other commitments.

2. Access Anytime, Anywhere
The course is available 24/7 and can be accessed online, removing location and time constraints.

3. User-Friendly Platform
Our eLearning system is designed to be intuitive and easy to navigate, even for those with limited tech skills.

4. Bite-Sized Learning Modules
The course is broken into manageable sections, making it easier to absorb information and stay motivated.

Additional Course Information

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Course Highlights

  • Short Course – 3 hour course; ideal for busy working professionals
  • Course Access – 6 months of access
  • Flexible Learning – Self-paced online learning on your own time
  • Practical Tools – Access ready-to-use tools for immediate application
  • Accessible – 24/7 access to course materials all in one place
  • Expert Curators – Practical course, curated by industry experts
  • Graded Assessments – Scenario-based assessments to reinforce learning and application
  • Interactive Learning – Engage with course materials for an enhanced experience
  • Certified Course – Earn 3 CPD hours towards your professional learning

Course Curriculum Overview and Preview

  • Understand circular economy; assess its risks and opportunities
  • Assess the value chain for circular economy integration
  • Learn how to use tools like QuickScan for effective evaluation
  • Explore circular business models and sustainable product design strategies
  • Apply your knowledge in practical scenarios with graded assessments

Grading & Assessments

Do the courses/does the course include graded assessments?
Yes, all certificate courses include graded assessments to evaluate both your understanding and your ability to apply key concepts. These assessments are designed to help you create tangible outputs, such as sustainability action plans or strategies, that you can directly apply in your current or future professional roles.

When and where can I submit my assessment?
Assessments must be submitted during the ISS Assessment Window, which is held every two months. Submissions are made via email to the official ISS assessment address. Detailed submission instructions and deadlines are available on the course page within the Learning Management System (LMS), which you gain access to upon enrolment.

When will I receive my results?
Your assessment will be reviewed by the ISS academic team, and results will be released in the month following your chosen assessment window. You will be notified via email once your results are available.

What will be the grading criteria for the assessment?
Grading criteria will be tailored to each assessment’s specific nature and scope. Emphasis will be placed on practical application, critical thinking, and strategic insight rather than purely numerical performance.

Assessments will be evaluated across three categories:

  • Distinction 85 – 100 – Demonstrates exceptional understanding and application. Work is consistently insightful, original, and of a high professional standard.
  • Merit 75 – 84 – Demonstrates strong understanding with thoughtful analysis and application. Work is well-structured, clearly communicated, and above standard expectations.
  • Pass 70 – 74 – Demonstrates adequate understanding and application. Meets the essential requirements with some minor areas for improvement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the prerequisites for enrolling in this course?
There are no strict prerequisites for this Circular Economy and Sustainable Products training. However, having some general background knowledge may be helpful for fully understanding the concepts covered in the programme.

How long does the course take to complete?
This Circular Economy and Sustainable Products course is self-paced, allowing participants to complete the curriculum at their convenience. Typically, participants can complete the course within 3 to 5 hours, depending on their pace of learning.

How long do I have access to the course?
You have 6 months’ access to the course materials and masterclasses. You can spread your self-paced learning accordingly.

Will I receive any certification upon completion of the course?
Yes, upon successful completion of the Circular Economy and Sustainable Products course, you will receive a course completion certificate issued by the Institute of Sustainability Studies.

Course Instructions

Please familiarise yourself with the course instructions below:

  1. An internet/WIFI connection is required – broadband wired or wireless. A 4G or 5G data signal is NOT suitable as signal coverage can drop and affect the recording of your course completion. We would also recommend you complete this course on a PC or laptop as there can be compatibility issues with some older models of smartphones.
  2. Should you launch the course, get distracted and return to it sometime later, please ensure you exit, log out and back in again and relaunch it. We advise this in case the system timed out while you stepped away, which would result in the system not recording your course completion.
  3. Please ensure you click all areas of the course when prompted to do so. The continue button to progress through to the next stage will only then become active.

Technical Support

If learners have any academic or IT issues, they can contact at support@thecplinstitute.ie from 8.30am until 5pm Monday to Friday.

Enrol & Unlock Access to Expert Masterclasses

As a course participant, you’ll gain exclusive access to our expert-led Masterclass Series, where sustainability leaders and practitioners share first-hand insights, practical strategies, and emerging industry trends.

Designed to enrich your learning experience, these optional sessions offer flexible engagement. Join live or on demand and connect with a community of like-minded professionals.

Add to your personal skill set and add more value to your organisation by completing an Institute of Sustainability Studies course through the CPL Institute.