This course examines how Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles create value for businesses, society, and the planet. Participants will delve into key environmental, social, and governance factors—such as climate change, resource efficiency, employee welfare, and corporate ethics—and learn to advocate for ESG adoption. By identifying the most relevant ESG priorities for their organization, learners will gain practical strategies to foster meaningful change and promote sustainable business values across industries.
ESG Value Creation for Business Impact
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ESG Value Creation for Business Impact
This course is part of ESG for All Specialization
Instructor: Duke Corporate Education
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What you'll learn
Recognize ESG’s value and the key environmental, social, and governance factors driving its impact.
Develop advocacy skills to promote ESG adoption in your organization and beyond.
Identify and prioritize ESG initiatives to drive meaningful change.
Skills you'll gain
- Social Impact
- Governance
- Ethical Standards And Conduct
- Sustainable Business
- Sustainable Development
- Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
- Advocacy
- Climate Change Adaptation
- Social Justice
- Business Ethics
- Community and Social Work
- Environmental Resource Management
- Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG)
- Corporate Sustainability
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Reviewed on Aug 27, 2025
This is a well organized and informative course. Some of the materials need to be updated to reflect more recent changes in ESG.
