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Marie Salter, Tracey Madden, Dr Emma Emanuelsson, Barbara Carroll (Educator), Alexandra Hetherington, and Steve Cayzer (Educator)

This free online course will cover the basic definitions and history of sustainable development and sustainability in business - from a niche interest to the present day.

We’ll find out how and why businesses now routinely incorporate sustainable development, via corporate social responsibility policies, product innovation and new business models.

Explore the key drivers to sustainability

We’ll explore the key drivers to sustainability: the use of standards; the importance of stakeholder engagement; governance (including the use of codes of conduct); innovation for sustainability; the use of metrics and indicators; and the application of management tools.

We’ll also touch on international perspectives towards sustainable development and how these impact on business activities around the world.

Influence sustainable development in your own company

The course will help you assess each topic in relation to your own business experiences, whatever sector interests you and wherever in the world you’re based. We’ll explore how you can use your personal interests to influence sustainable development in your company.

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Sustainability for professionals

Make an Impact: Sustainability for Professionals provides a foundational introduction to sustainability and its importance in the business world. Though learners may find it lacking in depth and practical implementation, it's valuable for the beginner.

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