CEP1002: Goal Setting

Module Overview

This “Goal Setting” module provides a comprehensive guide to setting, achieving and monitoring goals effectively, particularly in sustainable development and carbon and energy management. It covers the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), principles of interconnected goals, science-based targets and nature-based solutions.

Learners will explore key goal-setting terms, translate strategies into actionable goals, balance ambition with realism, and apply the SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound) framework. Practical tools and measures for generic and specific applications, including project management software and carbon accounting systems, are discussed to support effective goal setting in various contexts.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this module, students should be able to:

Understand the UN SDGs.
Understand the basics of Science Based Targets.
Understand the basics of nature-based solutions.
Understand goal setting terms and phrases.
Be able to translate values and strategies into goals.
Be able to define and set ambitious and realistic goals.
Understand what SMART Goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound) are and the pros and cons of working with them.
Understand reverse goal setting.
Be familiar with tools and measures to help.

Instructions

To complete this module, you will need to open each lesson tutorial video by clicking the play button.
Each lesson is an important part of this module, it is recommended you minimise distractions while viewing the tutorial video.
This module includes several short gateway quizzes that need to be passed for progression.
Once you have completed all lessons, you will have access to a practice examination to help prepare you for the assessment examination.
There is no limit on the number of times you can access the practice examination, we recommend you repeat the exercise until you have achieved at least 80%.

Demonstrate and promote your knowledge

This module has a matching credential which carries a verifiable digital badge. You can get the credential and the digital badge for this module by passing an online exam.
Completing this module doesn’t qualify you for the credential and badge. However, you will be well prepared to pass the online exam to get them.
Your digital badge can be linked to popular social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook and X.
Clients or employers can easily verify your credential through the secure Accredible badge platform.

To attain recognition as a Certified Professional in Energy or a Certified Professional in Carbon, you need to pass the online exam for all of the required modules. Find out more about CEP’s credentials and examinations.