Managing Climate Change Consequences

Imagine a vibrant future.

Adapt and prepare for a changing climate with the online Managing Climate Change Consequences course from the University of Michigan.

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Feel confident about future plans.

Strategies for managing uncertainty and problem solving.

Learn at your own pace.

Fully online and self-paced.

Elevate your resume.

Earn a digital credential from the University of Michigan.

The warming climate is disrupting our day-to-day lives. In order to address it, it requires us to address problems or address the way we generate energy and transportation. So, there are very deep consequences as to how we address it. It has complex relationships with other societal problems.

- Ricky Rood, PhD

Lead Instructor

Richard B. (Ricky) Rood, PhD

Professor Emeritus, Climate and Space Sciences and Engineering (CLaSP)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is the course fully online?

Yes, this course is self-paced and fully online. You have 90 days to complete each module.

Do I need to register by a specific date?

This fully online course has open enrollment—you can start learning whenever you want.

How will this help me in my current job?

The program provides you with strategies you can immediately apply toward challenges caused by climate change or future scenarios you anticipate.

Do I need a background in climate science to take this course?

No, this course is designed for a wide variety of people to benefit from its content. While the course is based on science, the instructor presents the content in a way that people from many different backgrounds can understand. People who work in finance, architecture, engineering, policy, and more can benefit from this course.