Sustainability Principles for Managers and Leaders

Sustainability principles are crucial for organisations because they help create long-term value while minimising negative impacts on the environment, society, and economy. By integrating sustainability into business practices, organisations not only contribute to global efforts to combat climate change and resource depletion but also enhance their reputation and appeal to a growing consumer base that prioritises environmental and social responsibility.

This unit aims to give you an overview of sustainability principles. It will provide you with knowledge of drivers of sustainability practices in organisations and an awareness of the role of managers and leaders in promoting and influencing good practice in organisations.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this qualification, you will understand how to;

• Evaluate the drivers of sustainable practices in an organisation
• Assess the role of managers and leaders in promoting and influencing sustainability practices

Assessment Criteria

You will be required to meet the following criteria as part of the assessment process;

• Explain the internal and external drivers influencing sustainable practices in an organisation
• Discuss how frameworks and legislation guide sustainability practices
• Justify how sustainability practices contribute to achieving organisational goals
• Discuss the role of Managers and Leaders in promoting sustainability within an organisation
• Examine strategies for engaging and influencing stakeholders in sustainability initiatives