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This course strives to deliver an overview of sustainability theory and practice in respect to conducting business effectively. It aims to enable students to make sound decisions in their future careers when leading organisations toward sustainable practices. In the context of business and sustainability, the course will provide an introduction to the science and management issues companies face, including measurement, reporting, feasibility and viability of new technologies, and others. The course will consist of combinations of lectures, interactive classes, and case discussions. Based on the above, successful students will have an increased understanding of approaches businesses can take to respond effectively to environmental sustainability issues.
This course provides an overview of sustainability theory and practice for effectively conducting business. It aims to enable students to make sound decisions in their future careers when leading organisations toward sustainable practices. In the context of business and sustainability, the course will introduce the science and management issues companies face, including measurement, reporting, feasibility and viability of new technologies, and others. The course will consist of combinations of lectures, interactive classes, case discussions and one intensive challenge. Based on the above, successful students will have an increased understanding of approaches businesses can take to respond effectively to environmental issues.
The outcomes of the course are:1. Students would be able to recognise the relevant issues for socially responsible businesses and gain “hands-on” experience based on real-life organisations.2. Students would be able to make sound decisions when leading organisations toward sustainable practices.3. Students would be able to assess the sustainability of businesses, identify opportunities for positive change and improvement.4. Students will develop advanced skills in research, inquiry, and both written and oral communication.
MGMT230 or MKTG230
Students must attend one activity from each section.
Lectures for MGMT335-23S1 are recorded using the ECHO360 lecture recording system. However, as our classes will be predominantly discussion-based, your learning experience will be enhanced by attending classes in person and not remotely.
Mona Koushan
To pass this course you must not only achieve a final grade of 50% or higher, but also achieve a weighted average grade of at least 45% across all invigilated assessments.Assessment In Te Reo MāoriIn recognising that Te Reo Māori is an official language of New Zealand, the University provides for students who may wish to use the Te Reo Māori in their assessment. If you intend to submit your work in Te Reo Māori you are required to do the following: Read the Assessment in Te Reo Māori Policy and ensure that you meet the conditions set out in the policy. This includes, but is not limited to, informing the Course Coordinator 1) no later than 10 working days after the commencement of the course that you wish to use Te Reo Māori and 2) at least 15 working days before each assessment due date that you wish to use Te Reo Māori.Students with Accessibility ChallengesTe Ratonga Whaikaha | Student Accessibility Service provides academic support and specialist resources to students living with accessibility challenges. For information about these services, please email sas@canterbury.ac.nz or refer to: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/life/accessibility.Special ConsiderationsUC has a process which allows students to apply for Special Consideration for poor performance in an assessment or a missed assessment due to unforeseen circumstances at the time of the assessment.Special Consideration is not an extension. If you want an extension for an assignment or essay, contact your Course Coordinator.Guidelines for the Use of AI in CourseworkThe use of AI may or may not be permitted in courses. Within a course, permission may vary by assignment. It is the responsibility of the student to inform themselves about assessment conditions and submit work that is their own and that properly acknowledges the work of other people and tools, including generative artificial intelligence tools.It is important to familiarise yourself with the UC Misconduct Procedure Guide for Students. Examples of academic misconduct include, but are not limited to:Where a student uses a generative artificial intelligence (AI) tool for an assessment in a manner that is not expressly permitted or fails to acknowledge the use of a generative AI tool as instructed.
There is no prescribed textbook for this course. This course is based on assigned reading consisting of business articles, academic manuscripts, case studies and relevant podcasts. All course material is available on the Learn site. Each lecture is accompanied by lecturer’s slides.
LEARN Coversheets - Group and Individual
Domestic fee $1,003.00
International fee $4,538.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
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