Launched in 2012, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation quickly established itself as global thought leader and driver towards the transition to a circular economy. Focusing on six interlinking areas, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation has brought the benefits of a circular economy to the attention of decision makers across industries including government, business and academia, as well as niche markets such as fashion.

During the 2017 Copenhagen Fashion Summit, the foundation launched the Circular Fibres Initiative – now known as Make Fashion Circular – which brought together industry leaders including NGOs, innovators, brands and philanthropists.  Throughout this event, leaders were made aware of the importance of collaboration and the innovation necessary to improve the textiles economy within the frameworks of circular economy.

Determined to push the concept of circular economy across countries and industries, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation is offering various free online courses in collaboration with top universities. While some of these courses are completely purely online, others offer face-to-face courses as well. These courses are catered to individuals from varying backgrounds, hence the offerings are designed to fit into different schedules and lifestyles.

The Circular Economy short courses, are made up of a 2 day residential on six different topics including design, technology and innovation, whereas the Circular Economy masterclass series in partnership with the Exeter University, runs for a period of 6 weeks and is designed strictly as a distance learning program designed to improve the engagement of influential decision-makers and leaders.

If you want to form a part of a new, economic revolution that is focused on sustainability, innovation and collaboration, familiarize yourself with the courses on offer via the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and embark on a new learning experience that will be sure to change your outlook on business and economy.