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Exploring Sustainability: Solutions for Tomorrow (IEL-B-3+5-WPM-IEL)
Department
- Bachelor's program Management & Law
Course unit code
- IEL-B-3+5-WPM-IEL
Level of course unit
- Bachelor
Year of study
- Fall 2024
Semester when the course unit is delivered
- 5
Number of ECTS credits allocated
- 5.0
Name of lecturer(s)
- not available
Learning outcomes of the course unit
- Systemic understanding of sustainability: understanding of the interconnectedness of environmental, social and economic systems using a systemic thinking approach
Self-responsibility: heightened awareness of responsibilities and a pro-active mindset for addressing sustainability challenges
Leadership: emphasize holistic views of future challenges and ensure inclusivity
Communication: navigate in polarizing discussions; empathy and active listening to facilitate constructive dialogues
Implementation: practical knowledge of best practices in political, business, and personal contexts
Recommended optional program components
- none
Course contents
- Foundations of sustainability (definition, historical context, concepts of sustainability, responsibilities)
Deep Dive:
Environmental sustainability (biodiversity, climate change and resources)
Social sustainability (equity and social justice, education, health, diversity and inclusion)
Economic sustainability (sustainable and responsible business models e.g. circular economy, doughnut economy, degrowth)
Personal responsibility in sustainability (personal sustainability practices, communication, argumentation, confidence)
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
- The course comprises an interactive mix of lectures, discussions and individual and group work.
Language of instruction
- English
Work placement(s)
- none