Encouraging Sustainability and Social Responsibility in Business
The ideas behind encouraging sustainability and social responsibility in business seem noble, as organisations commit to creating optimal circumstances for people to live and work. The reality is that every company, whether it is a micro-business or a large multinational corporation, can take steps to create sustainable, socially responsible environments that contribute to positive workplaces, communities, and futures.
Today’s leading businesses realize that there is more to their bottom line than financial success. Thriving businesses also ensure that the people and environment in the areas that they operate benefit from their presence. Corporate social responsibility programs and sustainability practices can help build true profitability that incorporates all of these elements.
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Learning objectives:
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- Define sustainability and social responsibility
- Discuss the principles of social responsibility in business
- Apply the principles of sustainability and social responsibility in the context of ISO 26000
- Develop a program for sustainability and social responsibility in business
Course Details
This course will introduce you to the basics of sustainability and corporate social responsibility using ISO 26000 guidelines as a framework. These principles include organizational governance and ethics, operating practices, human rights and labor practices, environmental awareness and sustainability, consumer issues, and community involvement.
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Course Outline
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1. Course Overview
2. What is Corporate Social Responsibility?
3. Crating a Corporate Social Responsibility Program
4. Corporate Social Responsibility Principles
5. Environmental Awareness and Sustainability
6. Action Plan
7. Recommended Reading List
8. Post Course Assessment
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120 minutes
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Mac & PC Compatible
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Reports
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