Course content

The course explores concepts and content related to sustainable business development and the integration of sustainability considerations in strategic management processes. Emphasis is placed on how to incorporate economic, environmental and social objectives into organizational mission, strategy, culture and practice to create long-term value for firms, its stakeholders and society at large.

Central elements in the course includes:

• Global frameworks for sustainable development
• Ethics, Corporate Governance, Social Responsibility and Shared Value Creation
• Stakeholder mapping, engagement and management
• Sustainability performance management tools, methods and systems

Learning outcome

On satisfactory completion of this course, you should be able to:

1. Define key concepts, principles, ideas and theories within sustainable business development
2. Explain how sustainable business development apply to management and strategy
3. Critically evaluate business cases in view of sustainability
4. Design solutions for improving sustainability strategies in companies
5. Select and synthesize information from academic and other relevant sources to support your research and ideas
6. Clearly communicate your ideas and findings with academic and business professionals in an international context

Learning methods and activities

Lectures and exercises. Some exercises or lectures may require compulsory attendance and/or deliverables. This will be announced at the start of the semester.

Compulsory assignments

• Compulsory assignment

Specific conditions

Course materials

Given at semester start.