This module introduces executive students to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainable Enterprise theories and concepts so that they are understood in the context of wider movements in business theory such as a relationship and networks approach, business and societal cases, and business opportunities for engaging in socially responsible enterprise, such as viewing it as a source of innovation and competitive advantage. The module also emphasises integrating CSR into strategic decision‑making, exploring ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) frameworks, and aligning corporate practices with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In doing so, it is intended to provide a framework both for further study and for planning and evaluating the actions and performance of an organisation in the context of sustainable and socially responsible activity, with a particular focus on measuring and communicating impact, navigating regulatory requirements, and responding to stakeholder expectations in a globalised business environment.

The indicative syllabus for the module includes introducing the context for CSR (Introduction to CSR; defining CSR; critical review of the emergence of CSR in contemporary business practice; review of the tensions between contemporary capitalism and socially responsible business practice; globalisation and CSR; examination of the failure and need for CSR; examination of the business and social case for CSR, the domain of CSR (environment, workplace, community and marketplace). Presenting CSR Implementation frameworks such as Stakeholder theory, relationships and networks approach to business, CSR as a source of learning, social entrepreneurship, sustainability as a source of innovation, CSR in not-for-profit organisations, CSR for SMEs. Exploring ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) frameworks, the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and regulatory drivers such as the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). Embedding CSR into corporate strategy, governance and risk management. Exploring CSR implementation practices through performance evaluation and performance reporting board management training, environmental management strategies, communications and stakeholder engagement, stakeholder relationship management, becoming a learning organisation, change management, and business planning for sustainable enterprises.

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to: - Explain the relationship between CSR, corporate and managerial behaviour. - Critique the various components of socially responsible behaviour. - Evaluate possible actions of a corporation in response to its environment.

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to: - be aware of the importance of ensuring that the actions of organisations are socially aware, contribute to sustainability - Appreciate the complex ethical, managerial, organisational and economic issues involved with socially responsible business management. - Demonstrate a knowledge of a range of corporate social responsibility management strategies and control mechanisms.

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to: N/A

The module will be taught using a range of methods including lectures, role-plays, presentations, psychological simulations, teamwork activities, case studies, and guest speakers. Graduate attributes will be developed in the following ways: Agile: Students are expected to be agile in their learning through independent study, self-directed learning and coursework; Articulate: Students will become articulate in expressing advice through the use of in-class discussions, presentations and written coursework; Courageous: Students will be required to participate openly in class discussions, group work and assessments that require them to step outside their comfort zone; Curious: Students will be encouraged to be curious in their acquisition of knowledge of through practical examples, coursework and in-class groupwork; Responsible: Students will develop a sense of responsibility through class discussions on various ethical and sustainable issues and challenges.