Business and Climate Change

Postgraduate | 2026

Course page banner
area/catalogue icon
Area/Catalogue
BUSI 5008
Course ID icon
Course ID
201821
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
Unit value icon
Unit value
6
Course level icon
Course level
1
Study abroad and student exchange icon
Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
University-wide elective icon
University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes
alt
Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course will enable students to understand the science, economics, and policies of business and climate change. Students will examine the risks and opportunities that climate change presents to businesses and develop decarbonisation strategies. Through case studies, discussions, and practical assignments, students will learn how to integrate climate change considerations into corporate strategy and decision-making processes. The course will help students understand how to measure and reduce emissions across the value chain while avoiding greenwashing. The course will also enable an understanding of the benefits and challenges of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) investing.

  • Business And Climate Change Overview
  • Adaptation, Mitigation And Communication
  • Future Proofing For Climate Change

Course learning outcomes

  • Understand the science, economics and policies of business and climate change
  • Analyse and assess the risks and opportunities associated with climate change for businesses
  • Develop strategies for businesses to adapt and mitigate to climate change
  • Explore the role of policy and regulation in shaping corporate responses to climate change
  • Understand ESG investing and avoiding greenwashing

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A