Fundamentals of sustainability management

Introduction to sustainability:

• Definition and concepts of sustainability
• Historical development and background
• Key global challenges and their impact (e.g. climate change, scarcity of resources, social inequality)
• Importance of sustainability for companies and society

Sustainability strategies and instruments:

• Overview of various approaches to sustainability management (e.g. triple bottom line approach, SDGs)
• Tools and methods for sustainability assessment and measurement (e.g. sustainability indices, life cycle assessment)
• Best practices and success stories of companies with regard to sustainability
• Integration of sustainability into corporate strategy and culture

Sustainability management in practice:

• Implementation of sustainability measures in different areas of the company (e.g. procurement, production, marketing, human resources)
• Stakeholder engagement and communication
• Risk management and opportunities in the overall context
• Case studies and group work on the practical application of concepts

Future prospects and outlook:

• Current trends and developments in the field of sustainability
• Challenges and opportunities for the future
• The role of innovation and technology in promoting sustainability
• Recommendations for further work on the topic

In our seminar, you will acquire comprehensive knowledge about the importance of sustainability for companies and learn how to implement successful sustainability management.

• You will understand the basics and importance of sustainability for companies and be able to identify requirements and opportunities.
• You will learn how to develop and implement various strategies in order to be successful in the long term.
• You will receive practical tips and methods for implementing sustainability measures and monitoring their success.
• You will deepen your knowledge of related topics such as climate change, social responsibility and corporate governance.