MAN 608: Business, Society, and the Environment

Contents
We are the wealthiest and healthiest generation in the history of the planet. Unfortunately, we could also be the last generation that enjoys this level of health and wealth. Capitalism is in many ways responsible for much of our wealth and longevity, but it also underlines the ecological crisis that we are experiencing.
While many may regard environmental sustainability as aimed at conservation of nature, it is in reality paramount for the survival of humanity as a species, and ultimately too for the survival of business.
How should business react to the impeding ecological crisis that we face? What does sustainable and regenerative businesses look like? What role does business play in shaping an eco-friendlier future. This module investigates what people and businesses can do to co-create a better world.

Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students

• …are able to describe the impact of business on the environment;
• …understand the role of policy in governing human and business behaviours;
• …describe, contrast and recommend different policy instruments for specific environmental issues;
• …contrast the exposure of different industries to environmental impacts, and vice versa (contrast the impact of different industries on the ecological environment);
• …contrast, apply and recommend sustainability strategies based on the profile of a case company or industry.

Necessary prerequisites
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Recommended prerequisites
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Examiner Performing lecturer

Prof. Dr. Karin Hoisl Prof. Jako Volschenk