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Taipei Medical University

Corporate Sustainability

Taipei Medical University via FutureLearn

Overview

Understand what is meant by business sustainability

Sustainability aims to meet the needs of today without compromising future generations’ ability to meet theirs. For businesses, it’s important to not only focus on the growth of profit but also the concepts of green and sustainable development. This is known as corporate sustainability.

On this six-week course, you’ll be introduced to the United Nations’ SDGs and how you can use them as a blueprint for sustainable corporate development. You’ll be given specific methods to move towards a sustainable enterprise and how to implement SDGs in your business strategy.

You’ll gain an understanding of how companies can create profits and be responsible for the interests of investors and, at the same time, assume social responsibilities for employees, society, and the environment.

Gain an introduction to sustainable finance

You’ll start by exploring sustainable financial development to help develop an understanding of sustainable and responsible investing.

Through this exploration, you’ll discover the challenges of sustainable investing in your country and the use of AI for sustainable finance.

Explore a sustainable supply chain

Next, you’ll discover sustainability within a supply chain.

Exploring case studies, you’ll discover how businesses can best face the challenges of sustainability to create a responsible supply chain.

Understand the financial foundation of corporate sustainability

On the final weeks of the course, you’ll unpack the financial foundation of corporate sustainability to learn how to balance between social and financial goals.

You’ll also explore how corporate sustainability interlinks with the environment and how businesses can identify ecological impacts, balance resources, and minimise any environmental impacts.

This course is designed for those interested in corporate sustainability research and wants to engage in business sustainability.

It will also be of interest for students who are interested in business development, financial issues, and sustainable development issues.

Syllabus

  • International Sustainable Financial Development
    • Welcome to the course
    • Preliminary understanding of sustainable investing
    • Global Sustainable Investment Situation
    • Local Sustainable Investment Situation
  • Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Finance (1)
    • When AI Meets Finance
    • The New Revolution of Information: AI
  • Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Finance (2)
    • The Application of AI Technology in Sustainable Finance
    • AI for Social Good in Sustainable Finance: Exploring Key Research Topics and Opportunities for Advancement
  • Sustainable Supply Chains
    • Sustainable and Ethical Business with Responsible Supply Chains
    • Sustainable Supply Chain Management in a Chocolate Industry: Unraveling Controversies and Challenges
    • Supporting sustainable businesses: What is the key?
  • The Financial Foundation of Corporate Sustainability
    • Balancing Social and Financial Goals: Can Companies Do Good and Make Money?
    • Challenges in measuring social and sustainability performance
    • The Future of ESG: End or Beginning?
  • Corporate Sustainability and Environment
    • About Corporate Sustainability and Environment
    • Nature Sustainability: Balancing Resources, Ecosystems, and Well-being
    • Measuring Our Ecological Impact: Understanding Ecological Footprints
    • Assessment Time

Taught by

Chi Jui Huang

Reviews

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    陳凱陽
    As a medical student, the "Corporate Sustainability" course offered by Taipei Medical University on FutureLearn presents an insightful and highly relevant learning experience, blending healthcare with environmental and social responsibility. The cou…
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    李嘉烜
    The course on Corporate Sustainability provided a comprehensive overview of the intersection between finance, business operations, and environmental stewardship. Through a series of engaging modules, I gained valuable insights into the principles an…
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    TMU陳典佑
    "Corporate Sustainability" is a great course that teaches how businesses can be more sustainable. It covers important topics like environmental management, social responsibility, and sustainable business practices. The course uses real-world examples to make the concepts easy to understand. It's well-organized and engaging, perfect for anyone who wants to learn how companies can help create a sustainable future.
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    劉宇傑
    The course "Corporate Sustainability" has provided me with a deeper understanding of sustainability in businesses. I've learned how businesses should balance profit-seeking with social and environmental responsibilities to ensure the needs of future…
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    Letty Wang
    I've learned that sustainable development is about meeting current needs without jeopardizing the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. For businesses, it means prioritizing green and sustainable practices alongside profit growth, which is what we call corporate sustainability. The extra materials were super helpful in helping me understand and use the new stuff I learned.
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    TMU魏楷岳
    Reflecting on the "Corporate Sustainability" course, I've gained invaluable insights into the importance of integrating sustainability principles into business practices. Throughout the course, we explored various strategies and frameworks for imple…
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    After completing the Corporate Sustainability course, I gained a deeper understanding of how businesses can operate in ways that are both environmentally friendly and socially responsible. The course highlighted the importance of integrating sustain…
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    賴竑劭
    I would rate the "Corporate Sustainability" course offered by Taipei Medical University on FutureLearn highly, particularly for its innovative approach in blending healthcare with environmental and social responsibility. As a medical student, I foun…
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    王立君
    In this course, I delved into the multifaceted concept of corporate sustainability, exploring its various dimensions, including environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic viability. Through insightful lectures, case studies, and…
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    林滌非
    "Corporate Sustainability" is an insightful course that delves into the vital intersection of business and environmental responsibility. Through comprehensive modules and case studies, it elucidates the importance of integrating sustainability princ…
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    TMU B101107140
    Understanding corporate sustainability is very important in today's world. In this class, students explore the definition, methods, and profound importance of this concept. They delve into strategies for integrating environmental, social, and govern…
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    TMU唐新惟
    The "Corporate Sustainability" course offers an insightful and thorough exploration of how businesses can integrate social, environmental, and economic considerations into their operations. It effectively covers the importance of sustainable practic…
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    TMU張宸珦
    The course provided specific methods for integrating these goals into business strategies, offering a fresh perspective on corporate success. I found the section on sustainable finance particularly enlightening, as it delved into the challenges and…
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    Jim劉秉勳
    The "Corporate Sustainability" course is a fantastic exploration of how businesses can operate responsibly and sustainably. The curriculum is well-rounded, addressing key topics such as sustainable supply chains, corporate social responsibility, and…
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    劉力瑄
    "Corporate Sustainability" is an insightful course focusing on integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into business strategies. It covers sustainability frameworks, CSR initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable su…
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    劉祖亨
    "Corporate Sustainability" is a transformative course that delves into the vital role of businesses in promoting environmental and social responsibility. After having this class, it offers me a comprehensive exploration of sustainable business pract…
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    陳知柔
    The course “Corporate Sustainability” provides insightful methods that can integrate ESG (environmental, social, and governmental principles) into a operations. It deals with some problems about the international affairs, such as economical and environmental managements. After each end of the points, we can offer our own opinions about the contents in the course, whether we think the policies or the organizations have some advantages or other things that are keeping progressing continuously. In this course, I also learned about the new concept related to the emerging trends, such as green innovation and stakeholder engagement, which are regarded as important roles in corporate sustainability.
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    鄭士楷

    Review: Corporate Sustainability
    The Corporate Sustainability course provides a comprehensive understanding of how businesses can integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into their operations. It covers essential topics such as sustainable business practices, corporate social responsibility, and the importance of ethical governance. The course is well-structured, combining theoretical insights with practical examples and case studies, making it highly relevant for professionals and students. This course is invaluable for those looking to make a positive impact through sustainable business strategies. Highly recommended for anyone interested in corporate sustainability.
  • Profile image for 吳育萱
    吳育萱
    This course provides a comprehensive overview of business sustainability, emphasizing the importance of balancing profit growth with environmental and social responsibility. Through exploring sustainable finance, supply chain management, and the financial foundation of corporate sustainability, participants gain valuable insights into integrating sustainability into business strategies. The course also highlights the significance of United Nations’ SDGs as a framework for sustainable development. It's a valuable resource for individuals interested in corporate sustainability, offering practical methods for creating responsible and sustainable enterprises in alignment with global goals.
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    TMU B101108138
    After completing this course, I was impressed by the integration of sustainability principles into business strategies. With this course, we can gain insights into sustainable finance, supply chain management, and the financial underpinnings of corporate sustainability. Also, the course also dicussed a lot of challenges and opportunities in fostering responsible business practices.

    Corporate sustainability seeks to achieve a balance between financial performance and social/environmental responsibility. We should equipped for sustainable practices in ourfuture career and contribute positively to society and the environment, especially the climiate issue is critical nowadays

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