Module 2
SUSTAINABILITY PLAN DEVELOPMENT
Module Overview
Module 2 focuses on the development of a comprehensive sustainability plan, guiding you through the creation of a strategic document that integrates sustainable practices into your organisation's operations. It introduces the concept of focus areas, initiatives, sub-goals, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), essential for tracking progress towards sustainability objectives.
You will explore the sustainability planning framework, materiality assessment, and the importance of a robust communication and reporting plan. Emphasis is placed on aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and adopting the Global Compact’s principles.
This module equips you with the tools to apply sustainability principles and practices effectively, considering the Triple Bottom Line (TBL) and stakeholder engagement.
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This reflects the duration of Continuous Professional Development learning and the corresponding hours that can be recorded in your CPD Portfolio. These hours contribute towards achieving your qualification.
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Module 1
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS SUSTAINABILITY
Introduction to the sustainability challenges organisations face.
Understand the strategic framework involved in an organisation's sustainability journey.
Evaluate the UN Sustainable Development Goals and how companies can align their sustainability plans with the goals.
Module length: 3 Lessons
CPD Hours: 3
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SUSTAINABILITY PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
Understand how to measure progress, baselining and benchmarking
Identify internal communication to drive further progress and understand the importance of Stakeholder Engagement
Learn to implement strategies and seek feedback to ensure resilience
Module length: 3 Lessons
CPD Hours: 3
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Module 4
DECARBONISATION: ACHIEVING NET ZERO
Interpret your organisation's carbon footprint according to industry best practices - Scope 1, 2 and 3
Understand product life cycle assessment and product carbon footprinting
Understand key carbon targets for your decarbonisation plan
Module length: 3 Lessons
CPD Hours: 3
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CIRCULAR ECONOMY AND SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS
Understand circular economy; assess its risks, and opportunities.
Assess the value chain for circular economy integration to reduce impact of your products and services
Evaluate tools, steps, and designs for circular economy model development.
Module length: 4 Lessons
CPD Hours: 3
Module 6
BUSINESS WITH BIODIVERSITY
Recognise business cases where organisations have introduced initiatives to combat biodiversity decline
Understand how biodiversity is represented in global and EU policies
Understand the responsibilities that organisations have for financial reporting related to biodiversity
Module length: 5 Lessons
CPD Hours: 3
Module 7
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
Assess your current DEI strategy, and identify gaps and the essential elements needed within the strategy
Use leadership to articulate DEI business case in your organisation.
Implement bias-free ways to collect and interpret diversity-related data
Module length: 4 Lessons
CPD Hours: 3
Module 8
SUSTAINABLE FINANCE
Understand sustainable finance: literacy, terms, systems, and global trends.
Learn how financial systems are redirected towards economic and social benefits.
Evaluate and utilise available sustainable finance instruments and approaches.
Module length: 5 Lessons
CPD Hours: 3
Module 9
SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS OPERATIONS
Analyse business operations' impacts on immediate and wider environments.
Understand technology's role in data collection and reporting
Determine how to implement practices to minimise environmental and social impact
Module length: 6 Lessons
CPD Hours: 3
Module 10
SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAIN
Assess global supply chain risks and collaboration opportunities.
Develop tools to make supply chains resilient to environmental and social pressures.
Outline product life cycle for efficient, cost-saving supply chains.
Module length: 7 Lessons
CPD Hours: 3
Module 11
GREEN MARKETING AND COMMUNICATION
Understand communication's role in effective sustainability plans.
Develop a strategy for collaboration, internal buy-in, and stakeholder engagement.
Design green marketing plan; understand challenges and opportunities.
Module length: 4 Lessons
CPD Hours: 3
Module 12
ESG REPORTING AND AUDITING
Understand the range of reporting frameworks out there and what is required of your organisation from a reporting perspective
Categorise the various ESG reporting challenges and how to overcome them
Apply the steps needed to develop high-quality non-financial disclosure information and improve transparency
Module length: 7 Lessons
CPD Hours: 3
Experience the Diploma Course Demo
Familiarise yourself with the interactive online learning platform and see how you can gain the knowledge you need to confidently implement sustainability best practices. With this demo, you can:
- Preview the Diploma course curriculum and teaching style
- Get familiar first-hand with the online learning experience
- Ensure the course aligns with your professional development goals
