Certificate in
World Class
Business Sustainability

Training Course Overview

For the business community under pressure, sustainability is no longer mere window-dressing, it is transforming the competitive global markets. By instigating sustainable practices, companies can gain competitive edge, increase their market share, and boost shareholder value. What is more, the growing demand for 'green' products has created major new markets in which sharp-eyed eco-entrepreneurs are reaping rewards.

This popular COPEX training course introduces the strategies and tools that companies can use to translate an aspiration for sustainability into practical, effective solutions. The focus will be on practical applications from within business in a global setting with Case Studies from around the world.

Training Course Objectives

By the end of this COPEX training course, you will be able to:

• Identify Leadership Best Practice from Around the World
• Develop an Acute Perception of the Dimensions of Business Issues
• Make Sense Out of Complexity and an Uncertain Future
• Be Cognizant of the Implications of a Choice for All the Affected Parties
• Be Decisive in Profits, People and Planet Issues
• Be Flexible for Further Change if Warranted in the Future

Designed For

This COPEX training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

• Leaders Engaged in Strategic Planning and Delivery
• Leaders Who Wish to Match Their Skills & Abilities With the Best Practice
• Managers with Social and Environmental Responsibilities
• Professionals Wishing to Refresh Sustainability
• Senior Leaders with Corporate and Governance Responsibilities

Learning Methods

To enhance learning we utilize proven adult learning technology and methods that will result in maximum retention and application.  This includes interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions. All activities are designed to facilitate the application of theory into “grounded practice”. The focus will be on practical applications from within business in a global setting with Case Studies from around the world.

Training Course Outline

Day One: Who, What & Why of Sustainability

• The history of sustainability
• Benefits of business sustainability
• Stakeholder expectations
• Sustainability operating systems
• Company policies
• Organisational structures

 

Day Two: Motivation & Driving Forces

• Competitive advantage
• Market share & value
• Motivation: autonomy, mastery & purpose
• Planning & strategy development 
• Goals and indicators
• Sustainability reporting and other communications

 

Day Three: Bottom Line - Profit

• Tools and concepts for profit sustainability
• Business acumen
• Understanding market opportunities
• Green products
• Supply Chain & Kaizen policies
• Case Studies from around the world

 

Day Four: Bottom Line - People

• Tools and concepts for people sustainability
• Transformational leadership
• Team cohesion for improved productivity
• Managing highly effective teams
• Supporting the community
• Case Studies from around the world

 

Day Five: Bottom Line - Planet

• Tools and concepts for planet sustainability
• Transparency of reporting
• Working within the community
• Ethical resourcing
• Kaizen – waste reduction - recycling
• Case Studies from around the world

The Certificate

• COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

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