Program Overview

Course Overview

Course Description

The course explores concepts and practices related to sustainable business development and the integration of sustainability considerations in corporate processes. Emphasis is placed on how to incorporate economic, environmental, and social objectives into an organisation's strategy, culture, and practice to create long-term value for the organisation, its stakeholders, and society at large.

Central Topics

• Frameworks, theories, and concepts for sustainable value creation
• Sustainability strategies and barriers for implementing such strategies
• Emerging markets as contexts with opportunities and challenges for Western businesses

Learning Outcomes

On satisfactory completion of this course, students should be able to:

1. Evaluate the ways in which companies are not sustainable by utilizing theoretical knowledge
2. Analyze the role of companies in society and in relation to sustainability challenges by utilizing theoretical knowledge
3. Reflect on the different roles one has in relation to sustainability challenges
4. Evaluate and explain the complexities companies face when dealing with sustainability challenges by utilizing theoretical knowledge
5. Design solutions for a particular organization to become more sustainable based on academic literature
6. Present and communicate ideas and findings with academic and business professionals in an international context

Learning Methods and Activities

The course consists of a combination of lectures and guest lectures, casework, group work, presentations, and literature discussions.

Evaluation

The assessment in the course consists of three elements: a reflection diary (individual) 20%, an essay (individual) 30%, and a group assignment 50%. All elements must be passed in order to get a grade in the course.

Specific Conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:

• International Business and Marketing (860MIB)
• Management of Innovation and Sustainable Business Development (MSMI)

Recommended Previous Knowledge

As for the study programme.

Course Materials

A list of course material will be available at the beginning of the course.

Course Details

• Credits: 7.5
• Level: Second degree level
• Course start: Autumn 2025
• Duration: 1 semester
• Language of instruction: English
• Location: 儻esund
• Examination arrangement: Aggregate score

Subject Areas

• Economics and Administration

Examination Details

Ordinary Examination - Autumn 2025

• Individual Assignment 1: Weighting 20/100
• Individual Assignment 2: Weighting 30/100
• Group Assignment: Weighting 50/100