Programme Content
Module 1: Global megatrends
Explore the major emerging global challenges or megatrends which are impacting business and public policy: climate change, technological change, demographic shifts, inequality and deglobalisation.
Analyse global trends and challenges to stay ahead of the competition.
Strategic decision-making: Developing frameworks for recognising, assessing and managing the impacts of systemic megatrends.
Consider how rapid changes in global markets, political relationships and technologies are impacting global economic performance.
Long-term impacts of growth, public policy and business performance. What will the world look like in 2050?
Module 2: Climate change and transition to net zero
Understand the challenges of climate change for businesses and governments.
Identify strengths and weaknesses of your organisation’s response to energy transition.
Articulate the future direction of energy and climate policy and how firms can navigate this fast-changing environment.
Module 3: Diversity, equity and inclusion
Explore the common pitfalls and the best practices in terms of diversity, equity and inclusion, how to implement changes in your organisation, and how to avoid unintended consequences.
Develop a robust understanding of both the individual factors and the organisational practices that lead to discrimination.
Design and implement the most effective diversity, equity and inclusion policies and initiatives.
Module 4: Globalisation and deglobalisation
Consider the process of globalisation and whether it is going into reverse.
Understand the impact of deglobalisation on international trade.
Discuss the rise of protectionism and the development of fragmented and isolated markets, and the possible entry modes to enter difficult markets.
Experience a ‘globalisation debate’, in which the case for and against globalisation will be examined.
Module 5: Sustainable business models and stakeholder governance
Identify key aspects of an ESG-informed stakeholder management approach.
Unpack the topic of “externalities” – the environmental and societal costs of business – and how they are affected by stakeholder orientation.
Discuss how to overcome greenwashing through ESG management and stakeholder governance.
Module 6: Economic and business implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Explore the economic and business implications of AI and how it can add value to your organisation.
Articulate the impact new technologies such as robotics and AI can have on individuals, businesses and nations.
Understand the driving forces of digital and AI transformation in sustainable marketing.
Learn how to use digital and AI technologies and tools to lead sustainability innovation.
Module 7: Inequality and demographic change
Understand the challenges of an increasing retired population and a reduced workforce.
Articulate how organisations will compete for talent to meet the demands for health and social care.
Debate the alternative approaches to addressing inequality and the implications for businesses and organisations.
Module 8: Future of work
Evaluate approaches for leading and navigating uncertainties surrounding the future of work.
Identify which jobs will be replaced and where new jobs will be created.
Explore how to navigate pressures and choices facing leaders, and the tools at your disposal to create a future of work that works for people, organisations and societies.
