University of Cambridge CISL: Business Sustainability Management
Develop an action plan to tackle social, economic, and environmental sustainability challenges within your organization.
As awareness of climate change, resource scarcity, pollution and inequality rises, businesses and governments are being held increasingly responsible for their individual contributions to social and environmental sustainability. Businesses need to comply with mounting legislation and pressure from stakeholders, or risk reputational harm.
By taking this University of Cambridge Business Sustainability Management online short course, you’ll gain the insights needed to champion sustainable development and secure your market position in an uncertain future.
Learn to develop and motivate an action plan for sustainable business practices and implement corporate sustainability in your organization, guided by the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL), a globally influential institute developing leadership and solutions for a sustainable economy.1 By addressing the challenges of implementation in both public and private sectors, you’ll develop the skills to overcome them and seize the opportunities associated with creating a sustainable business. Adapt to growing global concerns and shifting landscapes and lead positive change throughout your sphere of influence.
This course is geared towards experienced professionals who want to stay relevant in a rapidly changing landscape. By strengthening their corporate social responsibility efforts and implementing sustainable practices in their organization, these learners will be equipped to remain competitive and secure a sustainable future for their business. The course is also suitable for entrepreneurs wanting to identify new sustainable social, economic, and environmental opportunities, and who need to expand their knowledge on the role and importance of sustainability in their business.
Course curriculum
Learn to integrate sustainability management into your business strategy as you work through the weekly modules of this online course
Orientation module : Welcome to your Online Campus
Module 1: Sustainability challenges and opportunities
Module 2: The business case and leadership for action
Module 3: Regulatory environment and international policy
Module 4: Production and consumption