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Life Cycle Assessment Microcertificate

Gain the skills to analyze product impacts, interpret LCA data, and drive sustainability across design and supply chains.

  • Number of Courses

    2

  • Time to Completion

    2–3 semesters

  • Microcertificate Cost

    $6,880

  • Next Start Term

    Fall 2025

Overview

Life cycle assessment measures the impact of products on the environment. And it’s becoming an increasingly important factor in production and manufacturing. Through the Life Cycle Assessment Microcertificate, you will learn how to evaluate data, make key decisions, and gain proficiency using LCA analysis and software within the framework.

Courses

Required: ENVR E-151 Life Cycle and Supply Chain Sustainability Assessment

Choose 1 of the following:

  • ENVR E-119D Decarbonizing the Building Sector
  • ENVR E 158C Toxics in Consumer Products

Stackable Pathway

The microcertificate courses can stack toward the 4-course graduate certificate, Corporate Sustainability and Innovation.

Skills & Outcomes

Most multinational companies expect current employees in sustainability departments to be fluent and comfortable with LCA data, analysis, and software.

This microcertificate will allow you to take advantage of new career opportunities, preparing you for positions such as:

  • LCA compliance consultant
  • Life cycle analyst
  • Net zero transformation consultant
  • Public sector policymaker

Who Should Enroll

  • Sustainability professionals who need to analyze environmental impacts across a product’s life cycle.
  • Consultants and analysts working on carbon reduction, compliance, or supply chain strategy.
  • Product designers and engineers integrating sustainability into design and production.

Starting and Completing a Microcertificate

To begin your microcertificate, you simply register for your first course for the microcertificate — no application required. Learn how to register.

To earn the microcertificate, you will complete two microcertificates courses at the graduate level and with a grade of B or higher, within one year. This short timeline will support momentum and reinforce the learning between the two related courses.

Learn more about how to request your microcertificate.

Cost

Learning on a budget doesn’t have to mean compromising on your goals.