With sustainable business practices and environmental accountability becoming even more important, University College Isle of Man (UCM) has added a new module, "Sustainable Business Practice," as part of its master's program.
This Level 7, 20-credit course will equip students who choose this module with the skills and knowledge to lead sustainable initiatives within their workplaces and beyond, positioning UCM at the forefront of environmentally conscious business education on the Island.
The Sustainable Business Practice module, led by industry expert Matthew Warren, who, as well as being a lecturer at UCM, co-founded sustainability-organisation Earthscope, challenges students to critically examine their workplaces through the lens of sustainability, analysing how company policies impact management and strategic decisions.
Students will engage with core concepts and frameworks to help them build sustainable development into their professional goals and decision making. They will develop practical solutions that provide tangible organisational benefits to them, their organisations, and the biosphere. By analysing various definitions, frameworks and models of sustainability, students will learn to navigate the complex landscape of environmental management and identify effective strategies to mitigate risks and capitalise on opportunities.
UCM’s Higher Education Manager, Gail Corrin said: “This module is designed to address the urgent need for sustainable business practices in today’s world. Our goal is to empower students with the tools, techniques and critical thinking skills necessary to drive meaningful change in their organizations. Through this course, we’re not just teaching about sustainability – we’re fostering leaders who can implement it.”
To find out more about UCM’s Masters program there will be an information event at 4pm to 5pm on Tuesday 12th December at the Nunnery campus, or see here.