Portland State University's Graduate Certificate in Sustainability provides students with an in-depth understanding of the connections between social, environmental, and economic systems, and equips them with the knowledge to apply sustainable, integrated problem solving approaches in their lives and careers. The graduate certificate is open to students from all areas of study and professional backgrounds. It is available as an add-on to a master's or doctoral degree program at PSU-courses in the certificate can often double as requirements for graduate degree programs-or as a stand-alone program for professionals and college graduates seeking to broaden their understanding of sustainability issues. Graduates of the certificate pursue careers in a broad variety of fields, from engineering and urban planning to teaching, communications, and business. The Graduate Certificate in Sustainability is offered by the PSU Institute for Sustainable Solutions in collaboration with 14 participating departments and schools on campus.