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