XSFS110 -
Essentials for Business: Put theory into practice
87646407
Online
Overview
(This is the online course in the Strategies for Sustainability program.)
In this course, you’ll learn how a commitment to sustainability can contribute to your organization’s financial well-being while helping to solve some of the world’s biggest problems, including the depletion of natural resources, social injustice, and climate change. You’ll become versed in the language of sustainability and learn practical tools and strategies to increase the impact and performance of your organization.
You Will Learn
- How to tackle both the challenges and opportunities facing organizations in today’s complex world
- How employees, customers, and communities are increasingly influencing business strategy and outcomes
- What decision-making frameworks and tools are most effective in furthering social, financial and environmental sustainability
Instructors
- Pamela Matson Goldman Professor, Environmental Studies, Stanford University
- Julia Novy-Hildesley Professor of the Practice, E-IPER, Stanford University
Other
Industry guest presenters:
Kate Brandt, Sustainability Officer at Google
Adam Lowry, Co-Founder of Method Products and Ripple Foods
Tuition
- $295 per course
- Interested in enrolling with your team and colleagues? Inquire today about our group discounts.
Who Should Enroll
This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn to make sustainability an important part of their organization’s operations – no prior background or experience in sustainability needed.
Program Partners
Stanford School of Earth, Energy and Environmental Sciences
Stanford Change Leadership for Sustainability Program
More Information
650.204.3984
scpd-sustainability@lists.stanford.edu