Overview

The UNEP/UNESCO/BMUKN International Postgraduate Course on Environmental Management for Developing Countries (EM50) is a six-month fellowship program designed to strengthen global environmental leadership and equip professionals with skills to implement sustainable development strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct an individual research project related to environmental management.
Write a scientific paper and present findings at the end of the course.
Develop a Post-Training Action Plan for applying acquired knowledge in their home country.

Requirements

Experience working in environmental and sustainability fields.
Government officials, public administrators, researchers, academics, NGO professionals, or private sector experts in sustainable development.
Must be from a developing country or emerging economy and currently working in environmental management or sustainability.
Several years of professional experience.
A first university degree (BA or BSc).
Strong English communication skills.
Formal nomination from their institution.

Benefits

Six-month, full-time postgraduate course with a Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Management upon completion.
Intensive learning bridging science, policy, and environmental management.
Expert lectures and practical learning experiences.
Collaboration with international environmental experts and a global cohort.
Access to a strong international alumni network.
Opportunity to apply for Training-to-Action Fellowships (€2,000).