ImperialBusinessX: Introduction to Corporate Sustainability, Social Innovation and Ethics

ImperialBusinessX: Introduction to Corporate Sustainability, Social Innovation and Ethics

by Imperial College Business School

About this Course: Sustainability in Business

Sustainability increasingly shapes government, media, academic, and industry agendas, emphasizing its role in modern society. This MBA Primer course offers insight into how businesses traditionally part of the problem can transform to become part of the solution by adopting sustainable practices. The course focuses on three main aspects: corporate sustainability, business ethics, and social innovation.

By engaging in diverse economic, environmental, and social discussions, students emerge from this module with a thorough understanding of sustainability challenges, their impact on policymaking, the corporate sector's role, and how these influence business decisions.

Course Details at a Glance

  • Institution: ImperialBusinessX
  • Subject: Business & Management
  • Level: Introductory
  • Prerequisites: None
  • Language: English
  • Video Transcript: English
  • Associated skills: Corporate Sustainability, Master Of Business Administration (MBA), Sustainability, Business Ethics, Sustainable Development, Innovation

What Students Will Learn

  • Strategic challenges in global business pertaining to sustainability.
  • Fundamental concepts of sustainability and triple-bottom-line approaches.
  • The business case for sustainability across various industries.
  • Ethical implications of business decisions in a sustainability context.
  • Potential for social innovation through sustainable business practices.

Course Syllabus

  • Introduction to Sustainability in Business
  • Understanding Corporate Sustainability
  • Exploring Business Ethics
  • being about Social Innovation
  • Case Studies from Industry and Academia
  • Interactive Discussions and Debates on Sustainability Topics

Who Should Enroll?

This course is ideal for aspiring or current business professionals, policymakers, and any individual interested in understanding the intersection of business and sustainability. It serves well for those seeking to implement sustainable practices in their operations and strategies.

Real-World Applications

Skills acquired from this course can be applied in various ways:
- Developing sustainable business strategies that align with global sustainability goals.
- Making informed ethical decisions that consider social, economic, and environmental impacts.
- Innovating business models for better sustainability outcomes.
- Advocating for and implementing sustainability initiatives within organizations.

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