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How to Build a Sustainable Organization

Offered By: Stanford University via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the principles of building sustainable organizations in this Stanford webinar. Gain insights into systems thinking, distinguishing between complicated and complex challenges, and learn from case studies of Unilever and Sustainable Harvest. Discover the CONNECT, ADAPT, and INNOVATE framework for sustainability, and understand how to broaden perspectives and deepen connections within organizations. Examine Unilever's business model, Sustainable Living Plan, and its impact on share prices. Learn to design and partner for sustainability, and benefit from the expertise of Stanford's Center for Professional Development and Leadership for Sustainability program.

Syllabus

Introduction.
Presenter.
Overview.
A Systems Perspective.
Complicated vs. Complex Challenges.
Case Studies: Unilever and Sustainable Harvest.
Building a Sustainable Organization -- CONNECT.
Building a Sustainable Organization - ADAPT.
Building a Sustainable Organization - INNOVATE.
A Systems Approach.
Broaden View and Deepen Connections.
Unilever Business Model.
Sustainable Living Plan Vision and Goals.
Sustainable Living Plan - Nine Goals.
Sustainable Living Plan - Goals and Metrics.
Sustainable Living Plan-Metrics and Accountability.
Unilever Share Price vs. Market Index.
Design and Partner for Sustainability.
Stanford Center for Professional Development.
Presented By Leadership For Sustainability.


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