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Course Description The Certificate in Sustainable Business Strategy equips professionals with the knowledge, tools, and frameworks to integrate sustainability into core business operations, drive innovation, and create long-term value for stakeholders. This program bridges the gap between traditional business practices and the urgent need for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) responsibility. Participants will explore how to align profitability with purpose, navigate global sustainability challenges, and lead organizations toward a regenerative future. Through a blend of case studies, hands-on projects, and expert insights, learners will gain practical skills to design and implement strategies that address climate change, social inequality, and ethical governance. The course emphasizes real-world application, preparing leaders to balance stakeholder expectations, comply with evolving regulations, and leverage sustainability as a competitive advantage. Target Audience: Mid- to senior-level professionals, entrepreneurs, sustainability officers, and managers seeking to lead transformative change in corporations, NGOs, or startups. Learning Outcomes 1. Evaluate the interconnected impacts of climate change, resource scarcity, and social inequity on business models and industries. 2. Integrate leading ESG metrics (e.g., carbon footprint, diversity metrics) into decision-making and reporting processes. 3. Develop strategies to eliminate waste, extend product lifecycles, and transition from linear to circular systems. 4. Align business goals with the needs of diverse stakeholders, including employees, communities, investors, and regulators. 5. Create science-based targets (SBTi) and decarbonization roadmaps aligned with the Paris Agreement. Material References: - "The Triple Bottom Line" by John Elkington - "Doughnut Economics" by Kate Raworth - "Sustainable Excellence" by Aron Cramer and Zachary Karabell