FVP25K006 Zelené dovednosti v oblasti veřejných politik

Faculty of Public Policies in Opava
Summer 2026
Extent and Intensity
10/0/0. 5 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
Mgr. Nataša Matulayová, PhD., BSBA (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
Mgr. Nataša Matulayová, PhD., BSBA
Faculty of Public Policies in Opava
Timetable
Sat 21. 2. 8:05–12:10 C202, Sat 28. 2. 8:05–12:10 C202
Prerequisites (in Czech)
FAKULTA(FVP) && FORMA(K)
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is offered to students of any study field.
The capacity limit for the course is 50 student(s).
Current registration and enrolment status: enrolled: 27/50, only registered: 1/50
Course objectives
The aim of the course is to equip students with basic knowledge and understanding in the field of green skills and sustainability, with a special focus on public administration and the non-profit sector, particularly in the contexts of social work, healthcare, and education. Emphasis is placed on linking environmental, social, and administrative aspects of sustainability and applying them in the practice of public policy. Graduates of the course will be able to navigate key sustainability frameworks (e.g., ESG, SDGs, GreenComp), identify opportunities for the ecological transformation of institutions, and propose basic strategic measures in line with the principles of environmental and social justice.
Learning outcomes
Student: - Understands the basic principles of sustainability and ESG. - Can analyse the impacts of public policies on the environment and society. - Proposes specific measures to support sustainability in a chosen institution. - Reflects on their own role within the ecological transformation.
Syllabus
Main Topics: 1. Introduction to Sustainability and Green Skills – What sustainability is and why it matters for public policy; presentation of frameworks: SDGs, GreenComp, ESG; introduction to the concept of environmental justice. 2. Climate Change and Public Administration – Key impacts of climate change on society and public institutions; EU and Czech climate policies and strategies; examples of climate measures in public administration. 3. Green Measures in Social Policy – Social impacts of environmental issues; sustainability in social services; the role of social justice in the climate agenda. 4. Sustainable Healthcare – Environmental impacts on population health; examples of ecological measures in hospitals and healthcare facilities; health equity in the context of sustainability. 5. Sustainability in Education – Education for sustainability in schools; examples of “green schools” and teaching innovations; equitable access to environmental education. 6. ESG in Public Administration – What ESG criteria mean and how to implement them in public institutions; transparency, accountability, and change management; examples of good practice from the public sector. 7. Developing SDG and ESG Strategies – How to prepare an institutional sustainability strategy; using SDG and ESG as planning tools; analysis of strategy examples from the Czech Republic and abroad. 8. Environmental Justice – Unequal impacts of environmental problems on different population groups; linking environmental and social justice; public policy options for ensuring equal access. 9. Green Innovation and the Circular Economy – Basics of the circular economy in the public sector; sustainable resource use and waste reduction; innovations and smart solutions in institutions. 10. Behaviour Change and Environmental Ethics – What influences our behaviour in sustainability; tools and approaches to support ecological action; values, ethics, and decision-making in practice. 11. Systems Thinking and Interdisciplinary Connections – Linking social, economic, and environmental aspects; sustainability as part of complex systems; practical tools for systems analysis. 12. EU and Czech Strategies for the Green Transition – The European Green Deal and its significance; national policies and action plans in sustainability; opportunities for public and institutional engagement. 13. Final Presentations of Student Projects – Presentation of proposed measures for specific institutions; discussion and peer feedback; self-assessment and reflection on acquired competences.
Literature
  • - Ministerstvo životního prostředí ČR. (2023). Strategický rámec ČR 2030 – Cíle udržitelného rozvoje v národní politice.
  • Zelené dovednosti. https://europass.cz/dovednosti-budoucnosti/zelene-dovednosti
  • - Evropská komise. (2019). Zelená dohoda pro Evropu (The European Green Deal). – Strategie EU pro ekologickou transformaci veřejných politik.
  • European Commission (2022). GreenComp – The European sustainbility competence framework. Publications Office of the EU.
Teaching methods
- Interactive lectures and discussions - Group work and peer learning - Case studies from practice - Practical exercises - Student presentations and feedback
Assessment methods
As part of the assessment of learning outcomes, students take an oral examination in the form of a presentation of a proposed concrete measure to promote sustainability in a selected institution (e.g., school, municipal office, non-profit organization, healthcare facility). Students present their proposal in an oral presentation and reflect on both the theoretical knowledge and practical applications covered during the semester. Following the presentation, structured feedback is provided by the instructor and peers, focusing on the clarity, practicality, and applicability of the proposal in practice. Students also complete a self-assessment reflection in which they describe the green skills they have developed during the course and how they plan to use them in their professional career.
Language of instruction
Czech
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
Study Materials
The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
General note: Tento předmět vznikl v rámci projektu Rozvoj kompetencí pro udržitelnou budoucnost na Slezské univerzitě v Opavě, reg. č. NPO_SU_MSMT-2122/2024-5, financovaného Evropskou unií – Next Generation EU.
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