Leading Sustainable Business
Short course
In Maastricht (Netherlands)
*Indicative price
Original amount in EUR:
2,799 €
Make a contribution to economic and social development!
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Type
Short course
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Level
Beginner
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Location
Maastricht (Netherlands)
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Duration
5 Days
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Start date
09/03/2026
Sustainability is no longer an optional add-on, it has become a defining driver of business success and resilience.
From climate change and resource scarcity to shifting stakeholder expectations and social inequalities, today’s leaders face complex challenges that demand strategic responses. Companies are increasingly expected not only to minimise negative impact but also to create lasting value for society and the environment.
Leading Sustainable Business provides the knowledge, tools, and confidence to embed sustainability at the core of corporate strategy, ensuring organisations can innovate, compete, and thrive in a rapidly changing world
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About this course
- Understand the evolving role of business in society, the global debate on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), and its connection to the Circular Economy.
- Gain management knowledge and practical skills to design, develop, and implement CSR and Circular Economy practices and tools within your organization.
- Communicate the value and implications of CSR and Circular Economy initiatives effectively to diverse stakeholders.
- Learn how to measure, report, and communicate sustainability impact using ESG and carbon reporting tools.
Applicants should have the ability to function academically and professionally at Bachelor level.
Because it is an interactive programme, candidates should have an adequate level of spoken and written English (C1 of C2 level) to be able to follow the programme and to actively participate. If it turns out and applicant does not have the sufficient level of English, a certificate will not be awarded.
Personal résumé / CV demonstrating the minimum requirement of at least 3 – 5 years of relevant working experience, obtained after your bachelor’s degree
Copy of your passport or your EU identity card (valid on the start date of your programme)
To submit your online application, you have to complete all required fields and upload the necessary documents.
Applicants should have the ability to function academically and professionally at Bachelor level and should have an adequate level of spoken and written English.
Each participant receives a certificate of attendance on the last day of the course.
The Admissions team will contact you shortly after requesting information.
Find out more information on our official MSM website:
https://www.msm.nl/education-programs/executive-education/msm-executive-open-enrollment-programs/leading-sustainable-business/content
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Subjects
- Social Responsibility
- Business Ethics
- Global society
- Norms and standards
- Open dialogue
- Corporations responsibility
- Civil society
- Investors
- Economic area
- Corporation development
Teachers and trainers (1)
Diederik de Boer
Associate Professor in Sustainable Business Development
Course programme
Topics included in the program are:
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The role of business in society and the global CSR debate
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Integrating Circular Economy principles into CSR strategies
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CSR in developed and emerging markets
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Stakeholder engagement and communication
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Sustainable finance: tax aspects, ESG funds, green bonds, ROI
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Branding & repositioning for sustainability: certifications, storytelling, and trust-building
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Measuring and reporting: simple ESG and carbon tools for managers
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Communicating commitments: strategies to engage stakeholders, customers, and investors
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Strategic Corporate Responsibility (Michael Porter’s framework)
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Case studies from leading global companies (e.g., IKEA, Coca-Cola)
Teaching methods
This course involves an interactive learning approach, in which the participant is stimulated to move beyond his/her own country or industry sector and to connect the major changes in the entire world to personal experience as well as business cases.
Learning takes place through:
- Self-study
- Case studies
- Interactive lecturing
- Assignments to reflect on the learning (e.g. mini-case studies, role-plays)
- Guest lectures
- Individual assignment, presentation and discussion
Additional information
Scholarships available.
Leading Sustainable Business
*Indicative price
Original amount in EUR:
2,799 €