How long is the Biodiversity and Natural Capital course?

The course runs approximately 29 hours across 8 modules and 16 lessons, completed online at your own pace.

How much does Biodiversity and Natural Capital cost?

The training fee is KES 28,000, with M-Pesa, card and Paystack payment options and lifetime access.

Is Biodiversity and Natural Capital certified?

Yes. On passing the final assessment you receive a GLI-branded certificate with QR verification. CCS is NITA-accredited.

Biodiversity and Natural Capital | CCS Online Learning

Name: Biodiversity and Natural Capital
Price: 28000 KES

This comprehensive advanced course equips professionals with the skills, tools and confidence to excel in biodiversity and natural capital. Grounded in global best practice and tailored to the African context.

What You Will Learn

✓Build the core principles and frameworks of biodiversity and natural capital
✓Establish practical tools to real workplace challenges
✓Establish and improve current practices in their organisation
✓Build and implement effective approaches with measurable outcomes
✓Develop esg & sustainability practice with organisational strategy
✓Align risk, compliance and governance considerations

Modules

Lessons

29 hours

Duration

🎍 Certificate & NITA Accreditation

On passing the final exam (50 MCQs, 70% pass mark, unlimited retakes) you receive a GLI-branded PDF certificate with QR verification. CCS is NITA-accredited — eligible employers can claim NITA levy reimbursement for this course.

Course Curriculum

8 modules · 16 lessons · Interactive quizzes · Study notes · Practical exercises · Final exam

Module 1: Foundations and Key Concepts

2 lessons · 106 min · 4 hours

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Understanding the Fundamentals

46 min

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Key Concepts and Terminology

60 min

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📝 Study Notes

KEY TAKEAWAYS — Foundations and Key Concepts • Biodiversity and Natural Capital requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Foundations and Key Concepts". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 2: Strategic Context and Environment

2 lessons · 89 min · 3 hours

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Reading the Operating Environment

45 min

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Aligning with Organisational Strategy

44 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Strategic Context and Environment • Biodiversity and Natural Capital requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Strategic Context and Environment". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 3: Core Frameworks and Tools

2 lessons · 94 min · 4 hours

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Essential Frameworks and Models

50 min

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Practical Tools and Techniques

44 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Core Frameworks and Tools • Biodiversity and Natural Capital requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Core Frameworks and Tools". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 4: Planning and Design

2 lessons · 106 min · 4 hours

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Planning for Success

61 min

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Designing the Approach

45 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Planning and Design • Biodiversity and Natural Capital requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Planning and Design". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 5: Implementation and Execution

2 lessons · 114 min · 3 hours

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Executing Effectively

50 min

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Managing Delivery and Stakeholders

64 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Implementation and Execution • Biodiversity and Natural Capital requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Implementation and Execution". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 6: Measurement and Performance

2 lessons · 108 min · 4 hours

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Metrics, KPIs and Dashboards

58 min

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Continuous Improvement

50 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Measurement and Performance • Biodiversity and Natural Capital requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Measurement and Performance". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 7: Risk, Governance and Compliance

2 lessons · 104 min · 3 hours

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Managing Risk and Compliance

49 min

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Governance and Accountability

55 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Risk, Governance and Compliance • Biodiversity and Natural Capital requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Risk, Governance and Compliance". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 8: Leadership, Culture and Sustainability

2 lessons · 104 min · 4 hours

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Leading People and Culture

45 min

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Sustaining Results Long-Term

59 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Leadership, Culture and Sustainability • Biodiversity and Natural Capital requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Leadership, Culture and Sustainability". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Who Should Attend

▸Managers and supervisors responsible for esg & sustainability
▸Professionals seeking to advance their careers in esg & sustainability
▸Team leaders and officers in the public and private sectors
▸Anyone transitioning into a esg & sustainability role
▸Consultants, advisors and practitioners in the field

No prior qualification is required. This course is delivered 100% online and is suitable for professionals across Kenya and the wider African region.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

✓Build the core principles and frameworks of biodiversity and natural capital
✓Establish practical tools to real workplace challenges
✓Establish and improve current practices in their organisation
✓Build and implement effective approaches with measurable outcomes
✓Develop esg & sustainability practice with organisational strategy
✓Align risk, compliance and governance considerations

Quick Details

Duration29 hours

Modules8 modules

Lessons16 lessons

LevelAdvanced

PriceKES 28,000

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