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About the Course

Extreme weather events, wars, famine and environmental destruction are just a few of the wicked problems faced by humanity. That’s why in 2015 the United Nations adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This agenda includes 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that target the big challenges such as how to eliminate poverty, how to protect the environment and how to bring about peace. Every member state committed to achieving these goals by 2030. What can businesses do to counter climate change and create a sustainable business culture? Why is this relevant for business anyway? Explore how business can contribute to a better future for people AND the planet without giving up profits. This course has been developed by Rotterdam School of Management at Erasmus University (RSM). It focuses on the role of businesses in achieving the SDGs. You will gain insights from leaders of international companies and academics in business and management who will guide you through the issue of how businesses can contribute to the SDGs. The course received a 'MOOC Award of Excellence' by the Sustainable Development Solutions Network and the SDG Academy in September 2019 (https://www.unsdsn.org/2019-sdsn-awards-of-excellence-winners-announced) After completing this course you will: • know what the SDGs are, why they are important and how each individual can be an agent for positive change in the world; • understand the role of business in the transition to sustainable development to create a prosperous future for all; • be able to identify interconnectedness of the SDGs and the challenges behind solving them; • know how management insights can contribute to the SDGs; • be able to evaluate the effectiveness of current business strategies in contributing to the SDGs; • develop a positive, critical, aware and courageous attitude towards the SDGs. The course consists of seven units, each focusing on several aspects of sustainable development and taking one week to complete. You will study by watching videos, reading literature and by engaging in other activities such as weekly challenges. Assignments will consist of quizzes, discussions with your fellow students, and challenges to implement in your daily life. Are you ready to find out how you can be an agent for positive change? Register now!...

Top reviews

MV

Nov 29, 2023

Very useful information about the SDGs and the interconnection between them. Easy and interesting to follow, with many real and inspiring examples of how companies contribute to achieving the SDGs.

SS

Mar 5, 2023

Great course and I insist everyone do this course irrespective of their background as it is something that everyone must know so that even they could contribute to achieving one or all the SDGs.

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By Quyen N

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Oct 28, 2020

A good start and a lot of potential to upgrade the course content to the current happenings of SDGs and progressed related around the world for much bigger better impacts and inspiration

By Jose M

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Jul 26, 2020

Interesting as starting point, introduction for the SDGs and how to use them with real examples.

By Can G

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Jan 13, 2023

This course has opened my eyes to the importance of sustainability and the role that businesses can play in achieving the SDGs. It has also given me a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with implementing sustainable practices in a business context.

I believe that sustainability is no longer just a "nice to have" but a business imperative. Companies that integrate sustainable principles into their operations will not only be contributing to a better future for all, but they will also be better positioned to remain a competitive and secure long-term success.

I am excited to take the knowledge and skills I have acquired from this course and apply them in my work life. I look forward to sharing my learnings with my colleagues, and collaborating to make our organization more sustainable.

By BENJAMIN M G

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Oct 30, 2021

Very detailed and at the same time very clear. A highly competent faculty with the capacity to transmit knowledge in a convenient and practical way. There are plenty of examples and case studies with a diverse range of sectors. There is also a global approach and at the same time reference to local examples from businesses in the school's local community. I highly recommend the course.

By Julio R Q

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Aug 19, 2023

This MOOC is absolutely awesome with excellent instructors and comments from businesspersons identified with implementing in their respective fields the SDGs and targets. I really learned a lot and enjoyed every minute. I highly recommend this MOOC. Thanks Erasmus RSM and Coursera. I am now a hummingbird inspired to make a change in the world!

By Daphne J

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Oct 6, 2021

Extremely well built MOOC. The courses are progressive and always well illustrated. So many speakers, from so many different types of organizations, giving different perspectives.

I also appreciated the many links to various ressources.

I really recommand this MOOC to whoever wants to learn more about the SDGs and the challenges around them.

By Fatima d G

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Jul 20, 2020

Highly recommended for anyone interested in learning about the SDGs and how you can be an ambassador of change. The learning material is varied and inspiring, with different speakers presenting real-life cases from a wide array of businesses and management disciplines. And be ready for a bit of a personal weekly challenge as well!

By Alice P P

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Oct 13, 2021

It was a great program through sustainable development goals. I learned from lessons, case studies, and activities not only the importance of setting new sustainable businesses, but also adjest the "old" one to sustainability by integrating SDGs. The course is well organize and let the student participate a lot.

By Oliver S

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Nov 4, 2021

Super interesting and well structured course. Provides great introductory info to the UN SDGs and how businesses can and are action on these goals already. Recommend for anyone who wants to learn about the SDGs or is looking to start or further their knowledge in sustainable development.

By Stefan S

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Aug 10, 2021

Very well structured, inspiring, and with relevant business examples to relate the concept of the 17 SDG's to business challenges and how to address them. Recommended to everyone who starts the journey and wants to contribute in one or another way, starting to engage in sustainability.

By Saleh M A

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Sep 13, 2020

Well written course materials and structured and easygoing lectures. Suitable for any discipline. Even if I am a student of M.Sc in Sustainable Development at Uppsala University, I have enrolled this to add value to my CV and brush up my basic knowledge with utmost care and integration.

By Satish K B

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Apr 10, 2020

It was a complete package for this course on driving the business towards sustainable development goals. I am pleased by the content, presentations and the way it was conducted by the luminaries and professors, academicians and corporate bigwigs who were experts in respective domains.

By Syed S A

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Mar 23, 2023

SDG, MOOC inspired me to further contribute towards positive change. I learned a lot about the Sustainable Development Goals and how they can be implemented in various sectors. I am also inspired to engage in more partnerships and collaborations to work towards achieving the SDGs.

By stephen b

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May 21, 2020

This course not only provided me theoretical knowledge on SDGs but also how SDGs are implemented in actual practice. On top of that, there were a few skills that I can use in my professional and daily life (e.g. systems thinking). I will definitely recommend this course.

By Joan Y S H

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Feb 27, 2021

This is a great course on SDG. Everyone who is featured and has worked to bring this course has been very generous in sharing knowledge and stories. It shows the true spirit of the SDGs and I'm very inspired and motivated to follow in their footsteps. Thank you.

By Kamila O

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Jun 10, 2022

I am so very grateful to be able to attend this fantastic course, full of great insights, concise information and practical knowledge. Thank you for this opportunity for me and other champions of positive change, you got us all charged up and well equipped!

By Heike O

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May 15, 2020

Loved the content. Perfect mix of academic lecture and industry case studies. The weekly hummingbird challenges and other supplemental information was very diversified and interesting.

My first Coursera mooc and the bar of standards has been set very high.

By Philippe R

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Jan 7, 2023

A fantastic and much-needed course! Carefully prepared, well presented and supported by excellent reading materials, this course proposes a concrete blueprint and stimulating examples, inspiring us to pursue the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.

By Shyam S

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Oct 27, 2023

A well structured MOOC to introduce to the existence and the importance of the SDG's and the impact it is poised to create for the life on earth when consciously adapted and followed by each individual as well as corporations and governments.

By Tashma K

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Dec 15, 2020

Really good overview of the Sustainable Development Goals. I enjoyed the extra resources and the apps and tools I was introduced to. Now that I have an idea of what the SDGs are, I can focus more directly on those compatible with my industry.

By Mikha A

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Mar 29, 2023

I am very happy to have the opportunity to learn new things about SDGs. I learn a lot and it's make me more aware about things around me. I like the type of learning here, super enjoyable and also the guest and the host super understandable.

By Bom N

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Jun 24, 2020

I am from a developing country where has emission is double growing fast. I would like to concern "Developed or Developing countries should cut down CO2 now". We should account for Emission on capital per population, not the whole nation.

By Geeta M

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Oct 11, 2023

Very well-organised starter course on business sustainability that is packed with engaging videos, case studies and relevant academic research. Highly recommended to anyone wanting an introduction to the SDGs from a business perspective.

By Laura C

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Nov 27, 2020

This MOOC is really well structured. It offers a good variety of activities that will keep you interested and motivated while learning, and it will offer you enriching materials to deepen your knowledge if you wish to. Highly recommend