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Sustainable Business Practices
This non-credit course will teach the fundamentals of business sustainability, including understanding basic sustainability terminology and frameworks. Students will also learn about the historical background and evolution of sustainability in business. Students will gain insight on the various areas that affect sustainability in business and learn practical examples of companies that have been successful implementing sustainability in their organizations. In order to be successful at implementation of sustainability, students will learn the components of building a business case along with understanding current consumer market and trends. An overview of sustainability claims, certifications and eco-labels will also be addressed. Students will be provided some key resources and tools for future use in their organizations.
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SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS PRACTICES
term-based online
ECSP 400
1.00 CEU
10 Contact Hours
SUMMER: Friday, July 26, 2013 through August 25, 2013
Term-based, online (30 days)
Early bird discount of 20% available through June 26, 2013
Enrollment deadline: Monday, July 22, 2013, 5 pm
Tuition: $395
Instructor: KJ McCorry VIEW BIO
Required Text: The Business Guide to Sustainability, by Darcy Hitchcock and Marsha Willard. 2009. ISBN-13: 978-1844077663


