Sustainability in Business: Building a Greener Future

Master sustainable business strategies for real environmental and social impact

This course explores the essential principles of sustainability in business and how companies today can adopt environmentally and socially responsible strategies.

Divided into three key sections, it empowers you to understand, implement, and lead effective sustainable business practices across various industries.

Understanding sustainability and global trends

Start by diving into the core concepts of sustainable development and the global trends shaping business, from climate change and demographic shifts to resource management.

You’ll learn about the crucial balance between economic growth, environmental stewardship and social justice, understanding why sustainability is now vital for lasting business success.

The role of businesses in sustainable development

Next, explore the essential role businesses play in building a more sustainable world. You’ll examine factors driving companies to adopt sustainability initiatives, including internal motivations and external pressures.

You’ll assess how a business can embrace an approach to sustainability which directly addresses the economic, social and ecological challenges facing humanity.

Practical applications and sustainable business models

Finally, you’ll learn how to apply sustainable business models in real-world scenarios. Case studies, such as Drax Power’s shift to renewable energy, showcases how businesses are adapting.

You’ll also evaluate a business using the Triple Layer Business Model Canvas (TLBMC), a framework designed to integrate economic, environmental, and social goals.

By the end of the course, you’ll be ready to make meaningful contributions to a greener and more resilient business landscape.

This course is an ideal taster for anyone curious about sustainable business practices or considering the University of Leeds; Online Masters in Sustainable Business Leadership. It offers an engaging introduction to sustainability concepts, making it perfect for future leaders looking to drive positive change within organisations.

This course is an ideal taster for anyone curious about sustainable business practices or considering the University of Leeds; Online Masters in Sustainable Business Leadership. It offers an engaging introduction to sustainability concepts, making it perfect for future leaders looking to drive positive change within organisations.

• Explain the concept of sustainability, its component parts and the sustainability challenges facing society.
• Summarise and assess the role businesses can play in meeting the sustainability challenge along with the factors contributing to the adoption of sustainable practices by businesses.
• Describe and evaluate the different levels of sustainability related business practices.
• Through reviewing contemporary case studies, demonstrate awareness of the approaches to sustainability taken by a variety of organisations operating in different sectors.
• Identify the actions organisations can take to further their sustainability credentials.