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Sustainable Vikings: Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility in Scandinavia

Copenhagen Business School

This course delves into the realm of sustainability and corporate social responsibility, showcasing the exemplary practices of Scandinavian firms. Participants will gain insight into the principles and approaches of sustainability and CSR, exploring the noteworthy achievements of leading companies such as Novo Nordisk. Through engaging modules, the course navigates through the concepts of Scandinavian culture, leadership, and corporate governance, offering valuable lessons for businesses worldwide.

The course content is structured into six comprehensive modules:

  • Introduction to Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
  • Scandinavia: An Introduction
  • Scandinavian Leadership & Management
  • Case study of a Scandinavian sustainability leader: Novo Nordisk
  • Scandinavian Corporate Governance
  • Course reflections: On Becoming a Sustainable Viking

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Sustainable Vikings:  Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility in Scandinavia
Course Modules

Embark on a journey through six modules, covering topics ranging from the fundamentals of sustainability and CSR to in-depth explorations of Scandinavian leadership, case studies, and corporate governance.

Introduction to Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

Module 1: Introduction to Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

  • Gain insight into the purpose of business and the evolution of CSR
  • Explore the concepts of sustainability and CSR through engaging interviews and discussions
  • Reflect on lessons from prominent individuals and theories in the field

Scandinavia: An Introduction

Module 2: Scandinavia: An Introduction

  • Discover the essence of Scandinavia and its cultural impact on sustainability and CSR
  • Gain insights from personal journeys and interviews with industry leaders
  • Explore the concept of Scandinavian Cooperative Advantage and its implications

Scandinavian Leadership & Management

Module 3: Scandinavian Leadership & Management

  • Uncover the unique characteristics of Scandinavian leadership and management
  • Engage in conversations with industry experts and gain critical viewpoints
  • Explore the case study of Novo Nordisk and its sustainability leadership

Case study of a Scandinavian sustainability leader: Novo Nordisk

Module 4: Case study of a Scandinavian sustainability leader: Novo Nordisk

  • Delve into the sustainability practices of Novo Nordisk through in-depth conversations
  • Extract valuable lessons from the experiences and insights shared by industry leaders

Scandinavian Corporate Governance

Module 5: Scandinavian Corporate Governance

  • Understand the nuances of corporate governance in the Scandinavian context
  • Gain insights from discussions with academic experts and reflect on the learnings

Course reflections: On Becoming a Sustainable Viking

Module 6: Course reflections: On Becoming a Sustainable Viking

  • Reflect on the journey and key takeaways from the course
  • Explore the concept of sustainable leadership and its implications
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