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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The self study modules were easily to use and follow, and the element of setting your own pace to study worked well for me. The assessments were straight forward to use with plenty of time given. I... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Enjoyed the flexibility of the course to be able to do it in my own time and at my own pace. Easy to navigate the system with a good layout. Interactive course content was engaging. Masterclasses prov... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Completed the Sustainability Diploma to consolidate my existing practical and learned knowledge and experience. Loved the fact that the course was self-paced & support was always on-hand if needed. Th... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really enjoyable course that has helped me to cement and grow my ESG knowledge. Really liked the flexibility of being able to dip into the modules when I had time. I found the videos case studies part... See more

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The Institute of Sustainability Studies (ISS) creates and delivers practical, hands-on, comprehensive, and university credit-rated courses in business sustainability. The online courses give every business and individual the practical tools required to succeed in a sustainable world. By undertaking ISS courses, you will develop a career edge in your individual capacity and a market edge in an organisational role. Enrol now for our courses to learn how to create an actionable sustainability plan that will protect your business, reduce your costs, increase your profits, and transform you into a sustainable business trendsetter.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent learning experience

I had a very positive experience with the Institute of Sustainability Studies. The course content was informative, easy to follow, and relevant to current sustainability topics. The learning platform was user-friendly, and the support team was responsive and helpful whenever I had questions. I would recommend it to anyone interested in improving their knowledge and skills in sustainability.

May 5, 2026
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Thank you, Avnider, for your thoughtful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a positive learning experience with the ISS! It’s great to know that you found the course content practical, relevant, and easy to follow, and that our support team could assist you throughout your learning journey. Wishing you all the best in the future!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Easy to use and element of setting own pace was a huge positive

The self study modules were easily to use and follow, and the element of setting your own pace to study worked well for me. The assessments were straight forward to use with plenty of time given. I liked the option of marking a question to come back to at the end if you were unsure of the answer, rather than waste time.
The module content was good, and the use of case studies and real-life examples helped put the learning into a different perspective.
Only improvement to be made is that the course content sometimes repeated itself.

March 25, 2026
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Thank you for your feedback - we’re delighted to hear that you found the course easy to follow and that the flexible, self-paced format worked well for you. It’s great to know the case studies and real-world examples added value to your learning experience. Wishing you all the best in the future and well done again on completing the course!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I initially signed up to the Sustainability course

I initially signed up to the sustainability course to learn a few specific modules, but I quickly found that the entire programme was fascinating.
I learnt a huge amount. Some elements were challenging, but in a positive way. They stretched my thinking and deepened my understanding. Each tutor leading the individual modules was incredibly knowledgeable and made their sessions engaging, relevant and practical.
It was clear that every teacher is a professional working within their field, which made the learning feel grounded in real experience. I particularly enjoyed exploring the case studies of real businesses operating in the sustainability space, seeing theory applied in practice brought everything to life.
Thank you for such a thoughtful and well-delivered course. It was this course that helped me start my business, Remnant Revolution, with confidence.

October 1, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Dear Pinky,

Thank you for sharing your experience with the Diploma in Business Sustainability.

We’re delighted to hear that the programme challenged and deepened your thinking, and that the practical case studies and expert-led modules resonated with you. Bridging real-world experience with actionable learning is central to our approach.

Congratulations on launching Remnant Revolution. It’s inspiring to see our graduates turning knowledge into meaningful action.

Wishing you every success on your sustainability journey.

Kind regards,
The ISS Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very Useful Course

I completed the Introduction to Business Sustainability course, and found it to be extremely good. It walked you through all the relevant and useful topics, in live classes once per week, alongside others in your cohort, with the opportunity to dicuss things and ask questions. As someone who wanted to transition into working in sustainability, it was invaluable to me, and I'm sure was a key criteria in helping me to get my first job!

February 19, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Hi Maddy,

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that you found the Introduction to Business Sustainability course both practical and relevant.

It’s especially rewarding to know the course supported your transition into a sustainability role — congratulations on securing your first job in the field! Supporting professionals at pivotal moments in their careers is exactly why we do what we do.

Wishing you every success as you continue your journey in sustainability, and we hope to welcome you back to ISS again in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really practical and relevant

Loved the flexibility of being able to work through the course at my own pace — as someone juggling a busy ops role, that made a real difference. The platform itself was easy to navigate and the content was engaging rather than just death by PowerPoint.
The masterclasses were a highlight and added real depth to the core modules. The course covers a broad range of topics but it never feels overwhelming — everything ties back to why it actually matters for businesses operating today.
I work in a B-Corp certified distillery where sustainability is central to everything we do, so having this knowledge to sit alongside the hands-on experience I've built has been brilliant. I feel much better equipped to drive real impact in my role rather than just ticking boxes.
Would definitely recommend it to anyone working in a business where sustainability is a priority but doesn't necessarily have a dedicated team behind them.

February 18, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Thank you for such a generous and detailed review, Kathleen! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

It’s fantastic to hear that the flexibility of the course supported you alongside a busy operations role. Designing programmes that are practical, accessible, and directly relevant to real-world business challenges is something we place great importance on, so your feedback is incredibly encouraging.

We’re especially pleased that the masterclasses added value and depth to your learning, and that the content helped you move beyond box-ticking towards driving meaningful impact within your organisation. Working in a B-Corp certified distillery where sustainability is embedded into operations makes your perspective particularly valuable.

Wishing you continued success as you build on both your hands-on experience and your sustainability expertise!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great sustainability course for business professionals starting out...

Good lecturers and a great course for anyone looking to start learning about Sustainability in a business environment.

May 18, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Hi Mark, thanks for taking the time to share your feedback! We're thrilled that you found the course valuable. Supporting professionals at the start of their sustainability journey is central to what we do, so it's great to know the training helped you build that foundation with confidence. Wishing you every success as you continue to apply sustainability in your work!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great content and easy to navigate learning environment

I recently completed the ESG Reporting and Audit course and had a very positive experience. The platform is easy to navigate, and the content is comprehensive, covering both the conceptual foundations and the practical aspects you need to know to start applying them with confidence.

I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who wants to gain a clear, practical understanding of what ESG reporting looks like in real-world practice.

February 2, 2026
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Hi Ines,

Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you found the ESG Reporting and Audit course both comprehensive and practical, and that the learning environment supported your experience.

It’s especially encouraging to know that the balance between conceptual foundations and real-world application helped you feel confident in applying what you’ve learned. That’s exactly what we aim to deliver.

We truly appreciate your recommendation and are glad to have you as part of the ISS learning community. Wishing you every success as you continue to apply ESG reporting in practice!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great course which gave a holistic…

Great course which gave a holistic overview of sustainability within the business context.

February 11, 2026
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Hi Victoria,

Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that the course provided you with a holistic overview of sustainability within a business context. Wishing you all the best!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good training platform

Clear examples, self-paced rythm, enough details without overload in information

October 16, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Hi Ann, thanks for your feedback! We're thrilled to hear you found the learning clear and well-paced. If there's anything else we can do to support you, we're always here to help. Wishing you all the best! - The ISS Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Motivating and well presented

I really enjoyed the ISS online diploma. The course content is well presented and varied. Good case studies and lots of content. Absolutely recommend the course, it's given me lots to think about. You can work through it at your own speed, which for me worked really well.

October 28, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Hi Sophie, thank you for your kind words. We’re so pleased to hear that you found the Diploma both motivating and thought-provoking. We hope the ideas you explored continue to shape your sustainability journey — and we’d love to support you further as you apply them in your work. Thanks again for recommending us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Certificate in Business Sustainability

I really enjoyed the format of the Certificate in Business Sustainability - interesting and engaging with clear takeaways.
The team were really helpful and I found the events run by the Institute of equally high quality - I'm sure this will be the first of many courses for me!

October 23, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Thank you so much for your kind words, Isla. We're delighted to hear you found the Certificate in Business Sustainability engaging and valuable. We're equally pleased you enjoyed the events, and we’d love to welcome you back for future courses as you continue your sustainability journey. Wishing you all the best!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great online course plus live Masterclasses!

Really enjoyed the Diploma course! It covers variety of topics which were more than I'd expected. I also enjoyed reading and watching extra materials which helped me more understanding the topics. It was nice to be able to learn online which gave me flexibility and also great to be able to attend live masterclasses which were provided by lecturers from a variety of backgrounds. Highly recommend this course!

October 10, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Diploma and found both the online learning and live Masterclasses valuable. It’s great to know the flexibility, expert-led sessions, and additional materials helped deepen your understanding of the topics. We're thrilled to have supported your sustainability learning journey, and wish you all the very best!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I strongly suggest that there be a…

I strongly suggest that there be a speaking narrator for each part of the text.

September 18, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Hi Eric,

Thank you for sharing your feedback and for leaving us a review. We really appreciate your suggestion about having a speaking narrator alongside the text — it’s a great idea and something we’ll take into consideration as we continue to improve our learning experience.

Wishing you all the best, and well done again on completing the course!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Thank you so much for your 5-star review, Monicah! We’re really glad you found value in the materials and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. Wishing you all the best on your sustainability journey!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great course

As long as you're self driven this course is great, lots of info, community and support.

August 18, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Thank you, Emma! We're so glad to hear you found the course informative and supportive. It's great to see self-driven learners like you making the most of the content and community. Wishing you continued success on your sustainability journey.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Institute of Sustainability Studies has…

Institute of Sustainability Studies has been amazing and very supportive.
My knowledge has increase massively

July 29, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Thank you, Chloe, for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience.

We’re delighted to hear that your knowledge has grown significantly through your learning with the Institute of Sustainability Studies. Supporting professionals like you on their sustainability journey is exactly why we exist.

It’s incredibly rewarding to know that you’ve felt supported throughout. If there’s anything more we can do to help you continue building your sustainability expertise, our team is always here. Wishing you all the very best!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really enjoyable course that has helped…

Really enjoyable course that has helped me to cement and grow my ESG knowledge. Really liked the flexibility of being able to dip into the modules when I had time. I found the videos case studies particularly useful. It's great that there is a chance to interact with others on the course too. Would definitely recommend.

July 11, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Hi Jennifer, thank you for your thoughtful review. We're pleased to hear the course helped you deepen your ESG knowledge, and the flexible format worked well for your schedule. It's great to hear you enjoyed connecting with others in our learning community - peer learning is something we really believe in. Wishing you all the best in the future, and well done!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

High-quality learning experience

Friendly and knowledgeable team, Diploma course content was excellent - comprehensive and well structured. Learning platform also great.

June 30, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Thank you, Antoinette, for your kind words and thoughtful feedback. We're so pleased to hear you found the course content comprehensive and the learning platform contributed to a high-quality experience. Congratulations on completing the course—we wish you every success on your sustainability journey!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great bitesized learning

I've done a business sustainability course and really enjoyed it. It was informative and relatable, with additional resources complementing the course content.

June 17, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Thank you, Ellie, for your kind words! We're so pleased to hear that you found the business sustainability course both informative and relatable. We hope the course continues to support your sustainability journey, and we’d love to welcome you back for more learning in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I thought I knew this subject very well….

I thought I knew this subject very well but I discovered a lot of new content that is very relevant to my own SME clients - many of whom are striving to address the challenges of sustainability initiatives and reporting when they sit in the supply chains of larger companies, especially MNCs. In summary, a great learning experience!

June 17, 2025
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Reply from Institute of Sustainability Studies

Thank you for the kind review and for sharing your experience, Pat! We’re thrilled to hear the Diploma offered fresh insights, even with your strong existing knowledge in the field. It’s fantastic to see how you're already applying what you've learned to support your SME clients as they navigate sustainability expectations within larger supply chains. Congratulations again on your achievement, and we wish you all the very best!

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