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Foundations of Sustainability and ESG for Organizations

This course provides a foundation for ESG in the context of business success and sustainable global futures.

$99

Total course cost

Duration: 4 hours
Online - self-paced
Earn a badge
$99

Total course cost

Duration: 4 hours
Online - self-paced
Earn a badge

Overview

Foundations of Sustainability and ESG for Organizations describes what ESG is, why it matters and how you can (must!) use it to be a business leader. Identify the definitions(s), scope and landscape of E, S, and G in today’s evolving global context. Includes an overview of common terms, reporting standards, and skills relevant to corporate ESG. Examines the benefits and shortcomings of existing ESG approaches, as well as “what’s next” in ESG. Students will explore real-world examples and how to apply ESG to deliver sustainable global success in their own contexts. Students will be prepared to explore related topics—from ESG finance and reporting to carbon accounting and sustainable supply webs--in additional ESG courses.

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Summary
To be successful in this course, we recommend English language fluency and computer literacy. At the end of this course, you will be able to: Describe ESG as both a challenge and timely opportunity Identify the definitions(s), scope and landscape of E, S, and G. Describe the range of tools, standards, and skills related to ESG and ESG reporting. Describe examples from real world cases of ESG implementations. Describe ways in which ESG frameworks and tools can influence opportunities to advance sustainability and transformational change in organizations. Upon successfully completing this course, you will earn an electronic badge that can be shared on your resume or social media.

Certificate Program

This course is a part of the following certificate program:

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Principles of ESG and Sustainability for Business
$599
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Instructors

George Basile, PhD

George Basile, PhD

Professor of Practice, School of Sustainability

Arizona State University

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