Key details
Mode of delivery: Classroom-based
Course code: CSR13A
Duration: 3 days
Fee: £2,765.00 + VAT
CPD Hours: 18
Course Overview
Corporate responsibility has matured from ad-hoc philanthropy into a core driver of competitive advantage. Over three intensive days, this masterclass weaves together the evolution of corporate social responsibility (CSR), stakeholder-centric materiality, and disciplined sustainability planning to equip professionals with an end-to-end toolkit for responsible growth. Participants trace the historical shift from CSR to modern sustainability, unpack the business drivers that make responsible conduct essential, and learn to map stakeholder expectations through materiality assessments. Building on that foundation, the course guides learners through designing, executing, and measuring sustainability initiatives that deliver clear business value and positive societal impact.
Agenda
Day — 1 Evolution of CSR and Sustainability
- Introduction to CSR and its historical evolution
- Transitioning from CSR to sustainability: key principles
- Business drivers for sustainability: why it matters today
Day — 2 Stakeholder Engagement and Materiality
- Understanding materiality assessments: identifying key issues
- Strategies for effective stakeholder engagement
- Practical simulation: managing stakeholder dynamics
Day — 3 Planning for Sustainable Practices
- Designing sustainability plans: core components
- CSR project management: alignment with corporate goals
- Measuring stakeholder impact: tools and techniques
Course Review
- Summary and recap of key learning objectives
- Action Planning
Target Audience
This course is suitable for:
- CSR and ESG Officers, Sustainability Coordinators, and Corporate Responsibility Assistants
- Environmental and Compliance Officers, and Governance Support Professionals
- Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, and Community Engagement Professionals
- HR, Employee Engagement, Operations, and Procurement Professionals supporting CSR activity
- Project Coordinators, Administrative Professionals, and Graduate Trainees
- NGO, Non-Profit, and Public Sector Officers involved in sustainability work
- Business Owners and Professionals new to CSR, ESG, or sustainability
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the historical roots and evolution of CSR.
- analyse the shift from CSR to sustainability in modern business.
- Identify and articulate the business case for sustainability.
- Conduct materiality assessments to prioritize sustainability issues.
- Develop stakeholder engagement strategies tailored to organisational needs.
- Manage stakeholder dynamics through practical application of engagement strategies in a simulated environment.
- Design sustainability plans aligned with strategic goals.
- Explore how CSR projects contribute to corporate sustainability.
- Measure and analyse the impact of sustainability efforts on stakeholders.
