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Discovering Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
by Valérie Swaen , Barbara Dupont , Jessica Lieberman- 0.0
9 Weeks
Revisit the purpose of companies and explore with us what their Corporate Social Responsibility is. Driven by global crises in financial, economic, and governance systems, companies all over the world devote massive resources to their corporate social responsibility (CSR). Understand the multidimensional nature and content of corporate social responsibility. Stimulate and manage impactful changes in organizations, toward more responsible postures....
$150
Sustainability Science – A Key Concept for Future Design
by Takashi Mino , Kazuhiko Takeuchi , Makoto Yokohari , Masahide Horita- 0.0
6 Weeks
Discover sustainability science by learning theoretical concepts and practical applications in Japan and around the world. You will be introduced to Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) as a learning method for sustainable development and discuss international debates on ESD. International and Japanese initiatives in the field of human-nature connection Frontier knowledge in the area of environmental governance and ESD...
$49
Leaders in Citizen Security and Justice Management for the Caribbean
by Olga Espinoza , Eduardo Pazinato , Alejandra Mera , Hung-En Sung- 0.0
10 Weeks
Learn about the latest in prevention, police and justice modernization, and social rehabilitation. To improve the effectiveness of these policies, it is essential to have an informed civil society making sure that social rights are respected and that the rule of law is fulfilled under a regime of democratic governance. Key elements forpólicemodernization and reform....
$25
Age of Globalization
by John Hoberman- 0.0
4 Weeks
Identify the historical and cultural systems driving globalization and changing societies around the world. Globalization is a fascinating spectacle that can be understood as global systems of competition and connectivity. Before your course starts, try the new edX Demo where you can explore the fun, interactive learning environment and virtual labs....
$50
Minerals and Mining in a Sustainable World
by Elaine Wightman- 0.0
8 Weeks
We explore the future demand for minerals, and the role of policy and governance on the future direction of the mining industry including the impacts of responsible investors and supply chains. Explore the role of minerals in society and their contribution to sustainable development. Understand the importance of environmental social and governance (ESG) aspects of mining operations....
$299
Global Trends for Business and Society
by Mauro Guillen- 4.8
Approx. 10 hours to complete
In this course, you’ll learn to analyze rapidly changing global trends, their effects on consumer and labor markets, financial systems, and geopolitical relationships among countries all over the world. Through real-world case studies, both historical and contemporary, you’ll examine how changes within one society affect others. Millennials and the 60+ Years in Age...
How to Achieve the Sustainable Development Goals
by Jeffrey D. Sachs- 0.0
7 Weeks
The world has adopted an ambitious agenda, the Sustainable Development Goals, to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all. Learn how we can achieve these goals through careful planning and engagement of diverse stakeholders. The scale, scope, and establishment of the Sustainable Development Goals The role of civil society and the business sector in advancing global development...
$49
Industrial Biotechnology
by Prof. Nicholas Turner , Prof. Nigel Scrutton- 4.7
Approx. 11 hours to complete
Fossil fuels have been the primary energy source for society since the Industrial Revolution. In the second part of the course we will look at how these technologies translate into real world applications which benefit society and impact our everyday lives. Understand enzymatic function and catalysis. Explain the technologies and methodologies underpinning systems and synthetic biology....
Global Food Futures and Agri-food Systems Solutions
by Dr. Kathleen Kevany , Sarah Pittoello , Chaiti Seth- 0.0
8 Weeks
Given the scale and urgency of the challengeto feed the world from finite resources, and the variety of implications the ‘food problem’ entails, the global society must co-develop alternative future food systems. Learners will consider how the production and consumption of food can be shaped to match the future needs of the global population....
$199
Corporate Strategy
by Joe Mahoney , Deepak Somaya- 4.7
Approx. 11 hours to complete
Examples of such decisions include vertical integration, diversification, mergers and acquisitions, strategic alliances, international expansion, global strategy, corporate governance and corporate social responsibility. • Understand the role of corporate governance and stakeholder management in modern companies. Mergers and Acquisitions Part 1 Module 4: Stakeholders and Governance Public Firms and Their Role in Society...