This programme provides a practical roadmap for embedding sustainability at the heart of corporate strategy, integrating Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), sustainable finance, and Environmental, Social en Governance (ESG) performance management with circular economy principles to drive sustainable growth. The programme also addresses the financial and strategic implications of embedding sustainability, including sustainable investments (ESG funds, green bonds, tax incentives), ROI considerations, and the communication strategies companies use to rebrand around sustainability.

Reasons to follow this programme

• Understand the global debate on Corporate Social Responsibility and gain practical management knowledge to implement it effectively in your organization.
• Learn how to develop CSR strategies that address pressing challenges such as climate change, resource scarcity, and the transition to a Circular Economy- while also exploring sustainable investment tools and financial opportunities.
• Gain the skills to communicate and collaborate with stakeholders while applying CSR and Circular Economy tools and best practices to create meaningful, measurable impact

Course objectives

At the end of this course you:

• Understand the evolving role of business in society, the global debate on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), and its connection to the Circular Economy.
• Gain management knowledge and practical skills to design, develop, and implement CSR and Circular Economy practices and tools within your organization.
• Apply your insights to critically assess an organization’s CSR and Circular Economy strategies and formulate actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Embed sustainability into corporate strategy by applying proven frameworks such as Porter’s Shared Value and Circular Economy models.
• Evaluate the financial implications of sustainability initiatives, including ROI, tax incentives, ESG funds, and green bonds
• Measure and report sustainability impact using practical ESG and carbon reporting tools suitable for managers.
• Communicate the value and implications of CSR and Circular Economy initiatives effectively to diverse stakeholders
• Develop a practical roadmap to embed sustainability into corporate strategy, balancing CSR, Circular Economy principles, and financial performance.
• Learn how to measure, report, and communicate sustainability impact using ESG and carbon reporting tools