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Last chance to register: 31 March 2024! Our highly-anticipated Corporate Transitions for Sustainable Futures short course is kicking off this April, so be sure to register this week as the course will only run again in September. This course is packed with key insights and practical solutions from top industry leaders, designed to empower you with the skills needed for impactful corporate transitions. Find out more and register here: https://lnkd.in/dcmWZ2pC #sustainablebusinessstrategies #sustainability #complexity #complexsystems #sustainabledevelopment #sustainablebusiness #sustainablebusinesspractices #corporatesustainability #onlinecourses #sustainabilitycourses

𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 There is a consensus that leadership is a key catalyst for driving change. Strong governance structures are crucial for universities to implement and manage sustainability initiatives successfully. These structures—through rules, regulations, and incentives—embed sustainable development into the fabric of higher education institutions. To enhance governance for sustainability, consider the following key questions and measures. #SHIFTproject #Erasmusplus #ESG, #Sustainability #Leadership #Governance #HigherEd  

🌍 Exciting News! 🌱 Norgesen Global will be presenting at the University of London on a crucial topic. In this session, Norgesen will dive into whether boards and top executives are truly prepared for the evolving regulatory landscape, or if they are simply reacting to external pressures. Looking forward to a great discussion today at the University of London! #ESG #Leadership #Governance #Sustainability #CorporateResponsibility #BoardLeadership #ESGCompliance #UniversityofLondon

Sustainability has emerged as a critical focus for leaders aiming to future-proof their organisations. Embracing sustainable practices not only benefits the environment but also enhances corporate reputation and long-term profitability. Here are some courses designed to equip business leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead in this vital area: 📌 Oxford Saïd: Oxford Leading Sustainable Corporations Programme: https://lnkd.in/eXQbPpxh This course focuses on embedding sustainability into corporate strategy, guiding leaders to create resilient, responsible businesses. 📌 CISL: Business Sustainability Management https://lnkd.in/ezFXRu7c Gain a comprehensive understanding of sustainability challenges and solutions, and learn how to integrate sustainable practices into your business. 📌 LSE: Sustainability: Environment, Economy and Society: https://lnkd.in/eYzRQvjf Explore the interconnectedness of environmental, economic, and societal issues, and learn to develop strategies that balance these critical aspects. 📌 CISL: Sustainable Finance: https://lnkd.in/egkvbf6w Learn how to align financial systems with sustainability goals, ensuring that your financial practices support long-term ecological and social health. 📌 MIT Sloan School of Management: Business Sustainability Strategy: Technology and Management: https://lnkd.in/edjxt4g4 This course delves into the role of technology and management in driving sustainable business strategies. Investing in these programmes will empower your leadership team to drive sustainable growth and innovation. #Leadership #Sustainability #BusinessStrategy #CorporateResponsibility #FutureProofing

Only 8% of sustainability leaders who we surveyed said that technical skills were more important than soft skills in doing their jobs! Find out what else they said on 19th September, when we release new research “Holding back climate progress: sustainability’s critical skills gap" in partnership with Oxford Brookes University Business School. Sign up to the first webinar here - https://lnkd.in/e3uVq85E #sustainabilityskillsgap #sustainability #sustainabilityleadership #ESG #climateaction #greentransition Oxford Brookes Business School

ESG (Environmental Social Governance) standards will continue be an important strategic factor in business leadership. And while board member ESG credentials in Fortune 100 companies have risen to 43% since 2018, there remains a significant expertise gap. This article from Harvard Business Review gives you strategies to solve this gap in your organization. Read more by clicking here: https://lnkd.in/gHShDtnP

Learn how to integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) data into your decision-making process and become a producer and leader of sustainable practices. Gain invaluable insights by joining the "Sustainable Leadership in the ESG Era" program on September 16 and position yourself at the forefront of sustainable leadership. Learn more. https://myumi.ch/N6r7j

🌍 Addressing the Sustainability Skills Gap Our report in partnership with Oxford Brookes Business School has uncovered a critical insight: Pioneering organisations are linking soft skill requirements to sustainability work—a forward-thinking step to address the well-recognised ‘skills gap.’ This is just one of the many findings in ‘Holding Back Climate Progress: Sustainability’s Critical Skills Gap.’ 📊 What we found: 📝 Soft skills like collaboration, leadership, and communication are essential to enabling the green transition. 📝 Many professionals struggle to apply these skills effectively. 📝 Targeted training is key to unlocking this potential. By actively addressing these gaps, organisations can build more resilient, innovative teams ready to tackle the complex challenges of climate action. 🌱 Want to find out if you have sustainability's new soft skills? Take our free, 3 minute quiz: https://lnkd.in/eXnYwVGE 👉 Download the report here: https://lnkd.in/gP7k3jVp #Sustainability #SkillsGap #GreenTransition #Leadership #OxfordBrookes #ClimateChangeCoaching #SoftSkills #ClimateAction

Looking forward to speaking with Kwantlen University undergraduate students next week. ESG practices discussions with the next gen of business leaders All receive a copy of my book ESG in Business #larryberglund

🏫 New Biz School Thinking: "𝐖𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐬𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐮𝐭 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩" An excellent article by Yusuf Khan at The Wall Street Journal looking at MBA transformational learning to achieve wider goals ⬇️ At Cambridge Judge Business School and indeed at Henley Business School the focus I think is more now about fostering strategic thinking & leadership skills with more emphasis on how make a positive impact in today’s complex world. Very different to even 5/10 years ago. I'm still an advocate for studying postgrad at a business school- but it's not for everyone and shouldn't be. But for some it's a good idea because I think it provides a platform and space for change thinking. I think business schools can equip students with developing skills to tackle pressing global issues like climate change - and diversity - impact of AI. And! Sometimes these three come at you as one big interrelated challenge. The article says "for example, if a candidate goes on to work for a company in the artificial-intelligence space, then trying to reduce water and energy usage could be one way they enact change, given the huge amounts of power and cooling needed to fulfill the demands of AI data servers". AND if you want more engagement on AI+Climate you're going to need #diversity skills too. A great line by Dean Gishan Dissanaike - we need to "meet MBA candidates where they are. People who want to make a difference.” 💓☀️ Building a #FairerWorld