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Embedding Sustainability in the Business Model: A Guide for Startups and Idea-Phase Solutions
This course is designed to introduce early-stage startups, who may not be familiar with sustainability, to the concept of embedding sustainability in their business models and solutions that may be still in the idea phase. It will provide a comprehensive understanding of why sustainability is crucial for businesses, the benefits of being a sustainable business, and practical strategies for implementing sustainability throughout various phases of the business process.
Course Objectives
- Understand the importance of sustainability in today's business landscape.
- Recognize the benefits and competitive advantages of being a sustainable business.
- Explore the different phases of the business process and identify opportunities for integrating sustainability.
- Create a sustainability-focused business model and action plan for long-term success.
- Develop the skills and knowledge required to implement sustainable practices in a startup or idea-phase solution.
Duration, method, and tools
- 6 hours (maximum) to complete
- 9 modules – 3 to 4 sections
- Quizzes in each section for learning assessment on modules
- Input for business plan/canvas in each section
End of the course
Certificate
Sustainable Business Model Canvas template
Access to sustainability assessment tools
Curriculum
- 11 Sections
- 43 Lessons
- Lifetime
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- Introduction1
- Module 1: Introduction to Sustainability in Business7
- 2.1Exercise 1.1: Create your own business model
- 2.21: What is sustainability and why is it important?
- 2.32: Alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- 2.43: The business case for sustainability: economic, environmental, and social benefits
- 2.54: Examples of successful sustainable business models
- 2.6Exercise 1.2
- 2.7Learning assessment 16 Questions
- Module 2: Integrating Sustainability in the Ideation Phase6
- 3.15: Assessing the sustainability potential of business ideas and solutions
- 3.26: Identifying market opportunities and customer demands for sustainable products or services
- 3.37: Conducting a sustainability SWOT analysis
- 3.48: Creating a sustainability-focused value proposition
- 3.5Exercise 2
- 3.6Learning assessment 25 Questions
- Module 3: Understanding Economic Models for Sustainability4
- Module 4: Sustainable Business Planning and Strategy6
- 5.111: Developing a sustainability-focused business model canvas
- 5.212: Defining sustainability goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- 5.313: Incorporating sustainability into the business strategy and vision
- 5.414: Stakeholder engagement and collaboration for sustainable outcomes
- 5.5Exercise 4
- 5.6Learning assessment 44 Questions
- Module 5: Sustainable Operations and Sustainable Supply Chain Management6
- Module 6: Marketing and Communication for Sustainability5
- Module 7: Measuring and Reporting Sustainability Performance6
- Module 8: Integrating Sustainability into Organisational Culture5
- 9.126: Developing a sustainability-focused organizational culture
- 9.227: Leadership and employee engagement in sustainability initiatives
- 9.328: Training and capacity building for sustainability awareness
- 9.429: Fostering innovation and continuous improvement for sustainability
- 9.5Learning assessment 84 Questions
- Module 9: Case Studies and Best Practices5
- Feedback1
