Global Governance and Sustainable Strategy

Course title

R0485000

Course description

Since the United Nations General Assembly adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in 2015, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have drawn attention from numerous business organizations. While governments are the primary actors in driving the SDGs, businesses play a crucial role as stakeholders in contributing to their achievement. This course explores how businesses can contribute to the SDGs and operate within the context of global crises, including climate change, water and food scarcity, poverty, conflict, and inequality. It emphasizes corporate governance and its implications for addressing societal and environmental challenges.

Purpose of class

Students will explore the diverse landscape of global challenges within the framework of the 2030 Agenda, recognizing the pivotal role of the private sector in advancing sustainability initiatives. By analyzing case studies and emerging trends, students will gain insights into practical strategies that foster progress towards the SDGs.

Goals and objectives

Students will be familiar with the principles and objectives of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its associated SDGs.
Students will be able to analyze the motivations, challenges, and opportunities for private sector involvement in sustainable development efforts.
Students will explore best practices and case studies illustrating successful private sector engagement in addressing sustainability challenges across diverse industries.
Students will gain knowledge and skills necessary to critically evaluate and contribute to sustainable development initiatives within their professional spheres.

Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

	Weekly report	Presentation	Final report	Total.
1.	15%	5%	10%	30%
2.	5%	5%	10%	20%
3.	15%	5%	10%	30%
4.	5%	5%	10%	20%
Total.	40%	20%	40%	-

Language

English

Class schedule

	Class schedule	HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.)	Amount of Time Required
1.	Guidance The 2030 Agenda and its relationship with governance	Read assigned course material	100minutes
2.	Global governance and the changing role of the private sector - examples and challenges	Read assigned course material	120minutes
3.	What is value creation: from shareholder to stakeholder	Read assigned course material	120minutes
4.	Japan's current situation and policies	Read assigned course material	120minutes
5.	Business strategies in sustainability - Case Study 1: Environment (Climate change/decarbonization)	Read assigned course material	120minutes
6.	Business strategies in sustainability - Case Study 2: Environment (Biodiversity/Materials/Waste)	Read assigned course material	120minutes
7.	Business strategies in sustainability - Case Study 3: Impact on society (Stakeholder activities/information sharing)	Read assigned course material	120minutes
8.	Business strategies in sustainability - Case Study 4: Impact on society (Initiatives to address social issues)	Read assigned course material	120minutes
9.	Business strategies in sustainability - Case Study 5: Working style (Harassment, Career formation, Childcare/maternity・Paternity leave)	Read assigned course material	120minutes
10.	Business strategies in sustainability - Case Study 6: Diversity (Gender, Cultural diversity, Consideration for people with disabilities)	Read assigned course material	120minutes
11.	Business strategies in sustainability - Case Study 7: Supply chain management	Read assigned course material	120minutes
12.	Business strategies in sustainability - Case Study 8: Corporate Governance (Compliance, policy, Information disclosure)	Submission of presentation material	120minutes
13.	Final presentation 1	Submission of presentation material	120minutes
14.	Final presentation 2	Final Report	120minutes
Total.	-	-	1660minutes

Evaluation method and criteria

Weekly report （40%）presentation （20%）、final report (40%)

Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.

ways of feedback	specific contents about "Other"
Feedback in the class

Textbooks and reference materials

Learning materials will be distributed at the classes.

Prerequisites

An interest in SDGs and business management is essential.

Office hours and How to contact professors for questions

Office hours are every Wednesday from 12:30-13:10. Be sure to make an appointment in advance.
Consultations via email and face-to-face appointments are accepted at any time. If you have any questions, please contact me by email.

Regionally-oriented

Non-regionally-oriented course

Development of social and professional independence