12 July 2024
Business Continuity and Sustainability Management
In this course, you'll learn how to run a business smoothly and responsibly. We'll teach you how organizations can tackle challenges, make ethical decisions, and lead long-lasting companies. Key goals include using sustainable practices for the environment and society, making ethical choices in decision-making, and combining continuity and sustainability in organizations effectively.
Course leader
Riana Steen
Target group
Bachelor students
Course aim
Learning outcomes - Knowledge
During the course students shall gain knowledge of:
Foundational Concepts: Gain a deep understanding of the fundamental principles of business continuity management and its relevance in today's global business environment.
Sustainability Integration: Learn how to integrate sustainability frameworks and principles, such as SDGs, ESG, and circular economy concepts, into business continuity strategies.
Risk Identification and Assessment: Develop skills to identify, assess, and address potential risks and vulnerabilities, ensuring proactive risk management.
Mitigation Strategies, including Supply Chain Risk Management: Acquire knowledge of effective mitigation strategies and tools to minimize disruptions, enhance operational resilience, and manage risks within supply chains.
Learning outcomes - Skills
After completed course students shall be able to:
Business Continuity Planning: Develop the ability to create practical business continuity plans that identify, prioritize, and address potential disruptions.
Risk Assessment: Master the skill of identifying and assessing risks within business operations, including supply chain risks, to make informed decisions for risk mitigation.
Sustainability Integration: Acquire the skill to integrate sustainability principles into business practices, promoting responsible and environmentally conscious management.
Collaborative Problem-Solving: Cultivate teamwork and collaboration skills to address challenges and disruptions effectively, particularly in a cross-functional context.
Fee info
NOK 12500: Tuition fee for Fee-paying students from outside EU/EEA/Switzerland (Fee-paying students from inside the EU/EEA/Switzerland pay 9800 NOK)