This module is not currently running in 2026 to 2027.
This module adopts the perspective of studying Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and sustainability management within the context of corporate strategy. Using lectures, case study illustrations and content analysis, practice-oriented class exercises and group presentations, the module's learning and teaching objectives are intended to provide students with a broad range of technical and general skills areas.
Private Study: 126
Contact Hours: 24
Total: 150
Main assessment methods
Group presentation, (20%)
Individual Report, 3,000 words (80%)
The intended subject specific learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Reflect critically as a senior leader on decision making for challenging ethical decisions, including discussions on EDI as well as health and safety and well-being.
2 Systematically apply a range of tools and frameworks as a senior leader to assess the design, implementation and management of CSR in organisations to develop requisite knowledge and practical skills needed for the current global business environment.
3 Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of theories of leadership, and ethical and responsible approaches to people management needed for the implementation and evaluation of CSR in contemporary organisations.
4 Demonstrate critical awareness of the wider issues of CSR and Business Ethics and engage with complex sustainability related business issues that affect key stakeholders and are needed by ethical and responsible business managers and senior leaders.
5 Critically appraise the leaders role in supporting and collaborating with others towards sustainable development goals and the implications this may have within your professional context
The intended generic learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Critically analyse complex work-based issues systematically and creatively.
2 Comprehensively understand and self-manage work as a senior leader in a complex and interdisciplinary context.
3 Plan and implement solutions that can deliver actionable results to tackle and solve problems.
4 Learn through reflection and to develop new skills to a high level.
5 Communicate effectively to a variety of audiences and/or using a variety of methods
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