UK GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL: LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT PROSPECTUS 2016/17

AWARENESS UNDERSTANDING APPLICATION LEADERSHIP

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Raising awareness and understanding of sustainability and developing the leaders to apply this knowledge within industry is at the heart of UK-GBC’s campaign for a sustainable built environment. Through our well established Learning & Development

programme, we provide quality, high-impact learning that not only shapes what people know about sustainability, but how they go about implementing it in their projects and organisations.

Our multidisciplinary programme has been designed to be flexible and highly accessible so we can reach as many people as possible. Developed and delivered with leading industry experts, our programme offers you and your colleagues the most up-to-date knowledge and skills needed to drive sustainability forwards and to differentiate your organisation as a sustainable business.

Our Learning & Development programme is structured across four levels of learning to assist you no matter where you are on your sustainability journey. So whether you’re on the first rung of the ladder or looking to become a leader in this field, we’ve got the right training for you. Choose from online courses, masterclasses, on-site experiences, or develop your leadership skills through one of our executive programmes. Start your learning journey today.

Cat Hirst, Head of Learning & Development, UK-GBC

CONTENTS PAGESAN INTRODUCTION TO LEARNING WITH UK-GBC 3 - 4

LEVEL 1: AWARENESS 5E-Learning Module

Webinars

LEVEL 2: UNDERSTANDING 6 - 7The Building Lifecycle: Smart Investments, Integrated Planning, Sustainable Design, Efficient Buildings

CURRICULUM AND COURSE SCHEDULE

LEVEL 3: APPLICATION 8Masterclasses

On-site learning

LEVEL 4: LEADERSHIP 9 - 10Future Leaders

Leadership Accelerator

Leaders’ Network

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UK-GBC LEARNING LEVELSWelcome...

Don’t forget, you can use our online platform Pinpoint to f ind learning resources: http://pinpoint.ukgbc.org

Learning Level Description Courses

1: AWARENESS For those who are new to sustainability and looking for an introductory level overview; or, for those seeking a refresh of the key sustainability issues facing the built environment. We have a one hour e-learning module; and one hour webinars which offer an introduction to a specific topic.

E-learning moduleWebinars

2: UNDERSTANDING For those who have a basic awareness of sustainability, and want to develop their understanding of what this means for different job roles and activities right across the building lifecycle. We present a series of six, one day, face-to-face courses covering the entire building lifecycle from investment to operations, designed to help delegates apply their learnings to real projects.

Smart InvestmentsIntegrated PlanningSustainable DesignEfficient Buildings

3: APPLICATION For those who have a good understanding of sustainability, but want to hone this, challenge themselves to learn new topics and then apply this knowledge to achieve real impact. We offer masterclasses dealing with specific topics; and on-site learning tours showcasing the challenges and opportunities of delivering sustainable projects.

MasterclassesOn-site learning tours

4: LEADERSHIP For both existing and future leaders who want to innovate, challenge and ultimately transform cultures and business. We run a series of executive leadership programmes: our nine month Future Leaders Programme (for early stage professionals); our Leadership Accelerator (for sustainability leaders) and our exclusive Leaders Network (for Board level senior Executives).

Future LeadersLeadership AcceleratorLeaders’ Network

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USING THIS PROSPECTUS

Step 1: Check your learning level using the prospectus

In this prospectus you will find details about the learning opportunities UK-GBC offers across its four learning levels. The information provided will help you to determine your current level of knowledge and the level of training you need.

Step 2: See what topics are of interest using the curriculum

Once you have identified the appropriate level of learning, you can then take a look at the UK-GBC curriculum (centre pull-out) which details key topics we will be exploring so you are able to see which courses will deliver your priority learning needs.

Step 3: F ind the next relevant course using the course schedule

Then it’s time to check out the course schedule (centre pull-out) - an easy to use calendar listing all upcoming courses, which will help you to find the next available course at your level.

Finally it’s just a case of signing up to the courses via our website:www.ukgbc.org/learning

LEVEL1: AWARENESSK nowledge level: For those who are new to sustainability and looking for an introductory level overview; or, for those seeking a refresh of the key sustainability issues facing the built environment.

Who is it for: Anyone (no previous knowledge of sustainability is required) including built environment professionals, HR, administration staff etc.

E-LEARNING MODULE(L101)

WEBINARS(L110)

Our online module provides an introduction to key sustainability issues and how these relate to the built environment and your organisation in just one hour. Navigating through interactive content, including animation-based exercises, case studies and videos, you can move through the module at your own speed, from any location, on a laptop, phone or tablet.

This course covers the following topic areas:

Definitions and drivers for sustainabilityBusiness responses to a changing world Technical solutions across the building lifecycleCommunication and engagement with key stakeholdersTurning sustainability challenges into opportunities

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UK-GBC webinars offer one hour introductions to specific topics, giving you the key information you need along with the opportunity to ask an expert your questions. Webinar topics are focused around current issues such as policy, industry tools or information updates.

Previous webinars have covered topic areas including:

Embodied carbonThe performance gapBREEAM updatesThe WELL Building StandardDelivering building performance

Pinpoint is a free, easy to navigate and independent online search engine dedicated to sustainability resources in the built environment.

Pinpoint allows you to search for information on how to make your projects, products or organisations more sustainable, pinpointing you to the most relevant resources.

BENEFITS OF USING PINPOINT

By registering with Pinpoint, you can add your organisation’s sustainability resources such as case studies, toolkits, reports, training courses and blogs. You can also comment on resources that others have added, offering you insight into a resource used in your sector as well as increasing your organisation’s profile and positioning yourself as an expert.

Add, view and comment on resources at: pinpoint.ukgbc.org

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LEVEL 2: UNDERSTANDINGK nowledge level: For those who have a basic awareness of sustainability, and want to develop their understanding of what this means for different job roles and activities right across the building lifecycle.

Who is it for: Built environment professionals with a basic understanding of sustainability. This could include architects, engineers, contractors, developers, local authorities, etc.

Sustainability is often viewed in isolation at each stage of the building lifecycle, rather than throughout the system as a whole. This series of one day courses aims to break down these silos by taking an integrated approach to sustainability learning. These courses can provide practitioners with a comprehensive understanding of sustainability across the entire building

lifecycle and how it can increase the value of projects, benefitting the whole supply chain and the end user.

SMART INVESTMENTS Funding, valuing and acquiring green buildings (L201)

INTEGRATED PLANNING Creating sustainable communities (L202)

SUSTAINABLE DESIGN & CONSTRUCTIONInspiring integration and innovation (L203)

EFFICIENT BUILDINGS Optimising operational performance(L206)

Explore the business case and strategies for responsible property investment. Learn how to measure and optimise the value of a portfolio through a more sustainable focus and hear about real-life examples of responsible property investment.

Key risks and opportunities for investment portfoliosPrinciples of responsible property investmentTools for measuring and reporting the value of green buildings

Discuss ways to engage stakeholders and plan sustainability at a community and city-wide scale. Learn how environmental issues, planning policy and sustainability focused tools can inform decision making at the planning stage.

The planning policy frameworkFuture cities and sustainable urban planningStrategies for successful stakeholder engagement

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Learn from real project examples and examine the positive effects of an integrated approach to design. Explore innovative and sustainable design solutions and the frameworks for delivery.

Frameworks for delivering integrated designInnovations in design, cradle-to-cradle and human-centred design approachesStrategies to enhance building performance through design

Excellent, extremely informative and completely absorbing. So glad I took the time out of the office to come to this.

Lizzie Batchelor, Sustainability Manager, Savills (UK) Ltd.

A highly informative course with some great interactive workshops and inspiring case study examples.

Charlotte Hopkinson, Senior Consultant, JLL

The course incorporated a wider than expected variety of presentations. The presentation format - with greater input from attendees - was refreshing

and added value to the event.

Matthew Bolton, Senior Engineer, Elliott Wood Partnership

Investigate the drivers, benefits and strategies for sustainable operations. Learn how to develop a robust commissioning plan and a strategy to optimise operational performance and promote behavioural change through building user engagement.

Develop performance enhancing commissioning plansFine tuning buildings to optimise performanceBenefits of a behaviour change programme

A great spectrum of information around sustainability that is relevant to all sectors.

Robin Palmer, Architect, John Lewis Partnership

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LEVEL 4: LEADERSHIP

FUTURE LEADERS(L400)

I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to be involved in the Future Leaders programme as it’s a great space to collaborate, innovate and learn. I left the

residential with a spring in my step, excited by the opportunities that lay ahead of us all.

Moira Thomas, John Lewis Partnership, 2013 – 14 UK-GBC Future Leader

CPD HOURS40

PLUS GUIDEDLEARNING

LEVEL 3: APPLICATION

K nowledge level: Early-stage professionals (5 - 15 years experience) from across industry.

Who is it for: For future leaders who want to fast-track their leadership journey, and gain the experience of transforming an innovative idea into a business reality.

Future Leaders brings together early-stage professionals from across industry to take part in a unique programme of leadership and innovation. The action-oriented programme provides a forum for tomorrow’s leaders to grapple with the most critical issues that the sector will face in the future, and challenge participants to work collaboratively to address these.

Future Leaders develop unique business models before presenting them to current business leaders in the built environment.

Key themes covered across this programme are personal leadership, challenging assumptions, collaborative thinking, business model development, innovation and storytelling.

To take part in the Future Leaders programme you should have between 5 and 15 years of professional experience and must be enthusiastic, knowledgeable and passionate about sustainability in a business context.

Future Leaders can come from any background from within the built environment sector, and are selected by their enthusiasm to learn, an openness to new ways of thinking, and a desire to challenge current ways of working. It is not by any means a prerequisite to have sustainability in your job title – in fact the diversity of perspectives is crucial to the programme’s success.

K nowledge level: For those who have a good understanding of sustainability, but want to hone this, challenge themselves to learn new topics, and then apply this knowledge to achieve real impact.

Who is it for: Built environment practitioners including architects, engineers, developers, sustainability practitioners, local authorities etc.

MASTERCLASSES(L300)

ON-SITE LEARNING TOURS(L310)

Our masterclasses are designed to provide sustainability professionals with a more in-depth and detailed understanding of a specific topic, and offer guidance on ‘how to’ implement strategies and tools into everyday work practices.

Learners will enjoy a highly interactive learning experience and hear from expert industry and academic speakers, enabling them to apply their learning to projects and business strategies.

For each masterclass we develop supporting online resources including presentations, a ‘how to’ guide and resource list for further information.

Previous masterclasses have included:

How to: Develop a green infrastructure strategy on your projectsHow to: Use a social sustainability frameworkHow to: Measure embodied carbonHow to: Get started creating a sustainability strategyHow to: Execute a high-impact Post Occupancy Evaluation

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On-site Learning Tours offer the most ‘hands on’ form of learning that we deliver. Immerse yourself in a real life project, hear about the lessons learned and how these lessons can be applied to help you achieve sustainable outcomes on your projects.

Held at highly sustainable building or community project, the on-site learning stream offers an interactive and immersive learning approach to sustainability.

Each session includes:

A presentation by technical experts involved in the project, who present on its vision, objectives and success criteriaA guided tour of the building or community project led by those who directly worked on it, and with a focus on practical solutions and lessons learnedA detailed follow-up case study of the project

As ever with UK-GBC courses, taking just three hours out of my day for a masterclass allowed me to learn so much. I will take away skills that I can put to immediate use.

Victoria Ball, Sustainability Manager, David Ball Group

The UK-GBC’s on-site learning tour of the WWF Living Planet Centre was excellent. Not only did we gain from the insights of the design and construction team regarding the aspirations

and lessons learnt on the project, we benefited from a tour of the building guided by the client experiencing first-hand what we had learnt from the project team, which was extremely informative and very enjoyable.

Dieter Bentley-Gockmann, Director, EPR Architects

THEORY AND PRACTICE Two-day residential programme working through the theory of

change and innovation

ACTION 2 x one-day Innovation Labs

formulating unique business models

CHANGE Project Presentation evening

Future Leaders programme:

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BESPOKE LEARNINGIn addition to the delivery of our standard learning programmes, UK-GBC has a track record of developing bespoke learning programmes to meet the specific needs of our member organisations and their supply chains.

We can build a bespoke course or leadership programme using our portfolio of existing programmes as a basis. This ensures the delivery of a robust programme, but with reduced development time, and reduced costs (compared to a brand new programme).

LEADERS’ NETWORK(L420)

LEADERSHIP ACCELERATOR(L430)

K nowledge level: Sustainability leaders from across industry (with a min. of 15 years’ experience).

Who is it for: Sustainability leaders such as Head of Sustainability, Head of CSR, Head of Strategy etc.

UK-GBC’s Leadership Accelerator is designed to provide individuals with the tools, the network, and the motivation to envision and deliver radical change in their organisations. A series of workshops will stretch and support the participants, equipping them to work with the C-Suite to create a more sustainable future.

Through a unique mix of world-class learning techniques and peer-to-peer dialogue, participants will learn to think differently about sustainable business strategies, hone their own personal leadership and storytelling skills, and be inspired to challenge existing business models and systems.

By taking part in the Leadership Accelerator learners will:

Gain critical insights into innovation, systems thinking, and creative leadership for sustainable business Learn strategies to overcome the blockages within the organisational system and to help spread their thinking until it becomes mainstreamApply tools for problem solving which will help drive transformative change in a business contextLearn frameworks and techniques for high impact storytelling, which will help them to gain buy-in to the organisation’s sustainability strategy, and drive cultural and behavioural change in the business

The programme runs across a 6 month period and is focused around 3 key learning events:

Two-day residential programme Two-day leadership workshop Half-day systems change workshop and celebratory dinner event

We want to propel the sector’s key sustainability influencers even further, ensuring they have the leadership skills, innovation toolkit and support network to drive radical change

within their businesses and the sector as whole. This is not about incremental change in business, we want to work with key individuals to challenge, inspire and transform.

Julie Hirigoyen, CEO, UK-GBC

CPD HOURS40

PLUS GUIDEDLEARNING

K nowledge level: Board level Leaders (e.g CEO, Managing Director).

Who is it for: Business leaders who wish to drive transformational change.

The Leaders’ Network brings together a powerful group of senior leaders from across industry to create a unique dialogue around sustainability and business. The Network has a vital role to play in driving transformational change, by influencing responsible business practice, Government policy and sustainable performance.

The Leaders’ Network membership provides individuals with:

Admission to an exclusive network, providing lasting links to built environment leaders and facilitating a shared ethos that centres on the business benefits of a sustainable approachAttendance at exclusive quarterly leadership events focusing on key themes of innovation, future cities, financing the green transition and political leadershipThe opportunity to grow business contacts and enhance company profileQuarterly Leaders’ Network email update covering key market and economic trends, green policies and inspirational case studiesUnique peer-to-peer dialogue on the sustainability issues affecting business today

To become part of the Leaders’ Network you must meet the following criteria:

A board level leader (e.g. CEO, COO, CFO, Managing Director)Not have environment or sustainability in your job title

UK-GBC always seems to be able to pull together a great mix of inspirational leaders, speakers and practitioners. We value being able to meet and speak honestly and openly about

challenges and opportunities with like-minded people - and of course to be able to share and celebrate some of our successes too!

Alison Nimmo, Chief Executive, The Crown Estate

To ensure your organisation’s sustainability strategy is effectively actioned across your supply chain, we can develop sustainability focused supply chain workshops or courses. This has proved to be a highly effective way of raising awareness of sustainability requirements, and sharing best practice across a supply chain on how these requirements can be met and exceeded.

SUPPLY CHAIN TRAINING

Building on our Leadership Accelerator and Future Leaders programme, we can develop leadership and innovation programmes specifically tailored to your organisation’s needs. This could be developed for your Board level executives, middle managers or the rising stars you’ve identified in your business.

LEADERSHIP AND INNOVATION PROGRAMMES

We can develop an ‘in-house’ e-learning course for roll out to your employees (and supply chain). This can be tailored to include your company logos and videos from your business leaders and sustainability teams explaining your organisation’s sustainability strategy.

E-LEARNING COURSES

To ensure that your entire organisation has some level of sustainability training we can develop a framework uniquely tailored to your needs. By identifying job responsibilities, key gaps in understanding and the material issues for the business, we can develop a sustainability learning framework which upskills the whole organisation, and helps propel it to a leadership position.

MODULAR TRAINING FRAMEWORK

There are various options, some examples of which are provided below:

Please find below and overview of the process of developing a bespoke learning programme:

UNDERTAKE NEEDS ANALYSIS

INITIAL SCOPING

DEVELOP BESPOKE CURRICULUM

FINALISE CONTENT

DELIVER COURSE/PROGRAMME(S)

FEEDBACK ON IMPACT

CONTACT USWebsite: www.ukgbc.org/learningEmail: learning@ukgbc.orgTwitter: @UKGBCPhone: 020 7580 0623

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