Strategic Planning and Management for Industry Transitions, 15 credits

The purpose of the course is for the student to: (1) develop deepened knowledge on and understanding of approaches, tools and policies in corporate sustainability, including a deepened understanding of relevant business considerations and risks and opportunities. Students should also: (2) develop deepened knowledge about and understanding of strategic thinking and planning for sustainability and (3) develop deepened knowledge about and practical understanding of how a methodology for strategic sustainable development can be used to structure and coordinate this work, and (4) develop and practice key sustainability competencies through team work in this complex context. The course contains theories and approaches for corporate sustainability, including a methodology for strategic decision making in complex environments. It also includes modules on strategic business intelligence, sustainable business model design, supply chain management, governance and management, and decision-making for sustainability, such as managing trade-offs, dealing with uncertainty and group decision-making.