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This course explores foundational sustainability concepts, including the economic, environmental, and social dimensions. Learners will explore key frameworks such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria, and examine the impact of climate change on business operations. The course also covers carbon management, circular economy principles, and systems thinking to integrate sustainable practices into business strategies.
This module provides a comprehensive introduction to the foundational concepts, frameworks, and historical milestones that have shaped modern sustainability practices. Through a chronological exploration of sustainability's evolution, students will gain insights into the shift from environmental awareness to corporate responsibility, understand the essential pillars of sustainability, and learn how frameworks like the Triple Bottom Line have influenced business strategies. By the end of this module, learners will be equipped to contextualize sustainability in a corporate setting, recognize its multi-dimensional nature, and apply core concepts in their own organizations.
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6 Videos1 Lektüre1 Aufgabe
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6 Videos•Insgesamt 61 Minuten
Specialization Overview: Sustainability for Business•9 Minuten
Course Overview: Introduction to Corporate Sustainability•5 Minuten
Origins & Evolution of Sustainability•10 Minuten
From Environmental Impact to Corporate Sustainability•16 Minuten
Pillars of Sustainability•12 Minuten
Triple Bottom Line•8 Minuten
1 Lektüre•Insgesamt 1 Minute
Course Updates and Accessibility Support•1 Minute
1 Aufgabe•Insgesamt 30 Minuten
Module 1: Foundations of Sustainability Quiz•30 Minuten
Climate Change and Corporate Responsibility
Modul 2•2 Stunden abzuschließen
Moduldetails
This module examines the connection between climate change and corporate responsibility, equipping learners with a foundational understanding of climate science, the impacts of climate change on business, and strategic responses for sustainability. Learners will explore how companies manage risks, address opportunities, and commit to long-term goals like carbon neutrality and net zero.
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5 Videos1 Aufgabe
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5 Videos•Insgesamt 71 Minuten
Understanding Climate Change•20 Minuten
Urgency of Sustainability•5 Minuten
Impact on Business Operations•14 Minuten
Corporate Responses to Climate Change•11 Minuten
Carbon Neutrality and Net Zero•22 Minuten
1 Aufgabe•Insgesamt 30 Minuten
Module 2: Climate Change and Corporate Responsibility Quiz•30 Minuten
Sustainability Frameworks & Strategic Approaches
Modul 3•3 Stunden abzuschließen
Moduldetails
This module introduces key frameworks and strategies that guide corporate sustainability efforts, providing learners with the tools to assess and implement impactful sustainability practices. By examining global standards, understanding frameworks like ESG and CSR, and exploring circular economy principles, learners will develop a comprehensive approach to integrating sustainability into their organizations. This module equips learners to make strategic, informed decisions that align with both regulatory expectations and organizational goals.
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