This course is designed for those who hold or will hold positions in organizations with responsibilities for mapping and managing sustainability and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues for an organization. These responsibilities can vary and may include: setting and tracking against sustainability goals, communicating progress towards targets, and engaging with stakeholders, including civil society organizations, suppliers, customers, and investors. The ultimate goal of this course is to empower students to develop, articulate, and execute comprehensive sustainability strategies and action plans in ways that further organizations to be a net positive influence on the environment and society.

To learn about how to evaluate, implement, and measure the effectiveness of an organizational sustainability strategy, students will consult readings and perform exercises focused on real-world sustainability and ESG scenarios. They will practice writing to key stakeholder audiences in appropriate ways to effectuate meaningful environmental and social change.