Module #1 Introduction to Sustainability Management Defining sustainability, understanding the importance of sustainability management, and exploring the business case for sustainability
Module #2 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Global Context Overview of the SDGs, their relevance to business, and understanding the global context for sustainability
Module #3 Stakeholder Engagement and Materiality Identifying and engaging with stakeholders, materiality assessment, and understanding stakeholder expectations
Module #4 Environmental Sustainability Understanding environmental impact, greenhouse gas emissions, and strategies for reducing environmental footprint
Module #5 Social Sustainability Understanding social impact, labor practices, human rights, and community engagement
Module #6 Governance and Ethics in Sustainability Management Understanding governance structures, ethics, and responsible business practices
Module #7 Sustainability Reporting and Disclosure Overview of sustainability reporting frameworks, GRI, CDP, and other reporting standards
Module #8 Climate Change and Energy Management Understanding climate change, energy management strategies, and renewable energy options
Module #9 Water and Resource Management Understanding water scarcity, resource depletion, and strategies for efficient use
Module #11 Sustainable Operations and Logistics Optimizing operations, logistics, and transportation for sustainability
Module #12 Product Design and Innovation for Sustainability Designing sustainable products, circular economy principles, and product lifecycle management
Module #13 Sustainable Marketing and Communications Marketing sustainability, greenwashing, and responsible communication practices
Module #14 Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration Building collaborative relationships, stakeholder engagement strategies, and partnership development
Module #15 Sustainability Strategy and Integration Developing a sustainability strategy, integrating sustainability into business operations, and change management
Module #16 Performance Measurement and Metrics Setting sustainability targets, measuring performance, and selecting key performance indicators (KPIs)
Module #17 Sustainability Leadership and Change Management Leadership for sustainability, change management strategies, and building a culture of sustainability
Module #18 Sustainability Risk Management and Opportunity Identification Identifying and managing sustainability risks, and seizing opportunities for innovation and growth
Module #19 Industry-Specific Sustainability Challenges and Opportunities Exploring sector-specific sustainability challenges and opportunities in industries such as energy, manufacturing, and finance
Module #20 The Role of Technology in Sustainability Management Leveraging technology for sustainability, digital innovation, and using data for sustainability decision-making
Module #21 Sustainable Finance and Investing Understanding sustainable finance, ESG investing, and the role of finance in achieving sustainability goals
Module #22 International Standards and Frameworks for Sustainability Overview of international standards, frameworks, and guidelines for sustainability management, such as ISO 26000 and OECD guidelines
Module #23 Communicating Sustainability Performance Effective communication of sustainability performance, reporting, and stakeholder engagement
Module #24 Sustainability in the Value Chain Extending sustainability management across the value chain, including suppliers, customers, and end-users
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Sustainability Management career
