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Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Climate Change, Policy and Sustainability

Duration: 12 Months
Credit Hours: 180
ECTS: 90
Level: HE7
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid (Online/Onsite at different locations across the world)

Overview

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Climate Change, Policy and Sustainability (MBA CCPS) at LISD is a postgraduate programme designed to prepare forward-thinking leaders capable of driving sustainable transformation and climate-responsive innovation across organisations, industries, and global markets.
Rooted in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), the programme combines advanced management education with a strong emphasis on sustainability leadership, environmental governance, climate policy, ethical business practice, and organisational resilience. It enables students to develop critical expertise in climate change strategy, sustainable business management, green finance, renewable energy transitions, circular economy models, and responsible corporate governance, while strengthening their ability to apply data-driven insights to complex environmental and business challenges.
Students gain a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between climate science, sustainability frameworks, economic development, and business strategy, with a focus on creating innovative, inclusive, and environmentally responsible solutions. The programme equips students to evaluate and respond to emerging global climate risks and opportunities, integrating sustainability principles into strategic decision-making, operations, investment planning, and organisational development.
The curriculum explores key areas including climate risk management, sustainable finance, environmental policy, carbon reduction strategies, ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) reporting, green innovation, sustainable supply chains, and leadership for sustainable transformation. Students are encouraged to critically examine how organisations can achieve long-term growth and competitiveness while contributing positively to environmental stewardship and social responsibility.
Graduates emerge as capable and ethical leaders, prepared to guide businesses, public institutions, non-governmental organisations, and international enterprises towards resilient, innovative, and future-ready operations. They will be equipped to balance economic performance with environmental sustainability and social impact in an increasingly interconnected and climate-conscious global economy.

A One of-a-Kind Initiative

At LISD, the MBA CCPS offers a transformative learning experience that integrates sustainability leadership, climate innovation, environmental governance, and global engagement. Distinct from traditional postgraduate programmes, this course combines advanced business and management principles with climate change strategy, sustainable development, green innovation, and responsible governance to provide a cohesive and practice-oriented learning expereince.
Aligned with the United Nations 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the programme equips students with the knowledge, skills and experience to address real-world environmental, economic, and organisational challenges by developing sustainable business solutions, advancing climate resilience, and applying data-driven insights to improve organisational performance while promoting environmental stewardship, ethical leadership, and social responsibility.

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Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate an advanced understanding of climate change, sustainability frameworks, environmental governance, and sustainable business management within global economic and organisational contexts.
Apply strategic, analytical, and data-driven approaches to support climate resilience, sustainable innovation, organisational performance, and long-term environmental and economic value creation.
Lead with integrity and strategic vision, promoting ethical governance, environmental responsibility, inclusivity, and corporate social responsibility across organisations and industries.
Critically analyse complex environmental, economic, and organisational challenges by integrating insights from climate science, sustainability theory, business strategy, policy development, and emerging technologies.
Drive innovation in sustainable business practices to improve environmental performance, operational efficiency, organisational resilience, stakeholder engagement, and competitive advantage.
Develop and implement effective climate change and sustainability strategies that support responsible growth, carbon reduction, resource efficiency, and long-term organisational resilience in dynamic global markets.
Communicate and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and diverse cultural, environmental, regulatory, and professional contexts.
Demonstrate professional leadership capabilities, including adaptability, emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and a commitment to continuous professional development and lifelong learning.
Contribute to sustainable development by aligning organisational strategies, operational practices, and leadership decisions with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and global climate action initiatives.

Knowledge and Understanding

Demonstrate an advanced understanding of climate change strategy, sustainability leadership theories, environmental governance, and sustainable management practices at the local, national and global scales.
Analyse the interrelationships among environmental policy, economic development, organisational strategy, climate risk, sustainability innovation, and organisational performance in shaping sustainable business outcomes.
Critically evaluate global climate and sustainability challenges, including environmental, regulatory, ethical, and socio-economic considerations, through the lenses of sustainable development and corporate responsibility.
Integrate principles of sustainable innovation, emerging technologies, environmental analytics, and data-driven decision-making into climate change and sustainability strategies.

Cognitive, Intellectual or Thinking Skills

Critically evaluate sustainability and climate change strategies and organisational performance using evidence-based reasoning and advanced analytical approaches.
Apply strategic and innovative thinking to design effective, data-informed solutions to complex environmental, organisational, and sustainability challenges.
Synthesise multidisciplinary perspectives, including climate science, economics, policy, technology, and business management, to inform ethical and sustainable decision-making.
Reflect critically on leadership practice within climate change and sustainability contexts to enhance personal effectiveness and organisational impact.

Practical, Professional or Subject-Specific Skills

Design and implement applied consultancy projects or capstone initiatives addressing real-world climate change, sustainability, and organisational resilience challenges.
Lead and manage organisational change initiatives, with a focus on sustainability transformation, climate adaptation, carbon reduction, and responsible business practices.
Communicate complex sustainability insights, climate strategies, and environmental data effectively to diverse professional audiences, including policymakers, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
Demonstrate advanced leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills within dynamic sustainability and business environments.

Technical or Information Technology Skills

Apply sustainability analytics tools, environmental data systems, and emerging technologies to support strategic decision-making in climate change and sustainability management.
Evaluate the impact of digital transformation, artificial intelligence, environmental technologies, and data-driven innovation on sustainable business models and organisational performance.
Manage digital collaboration, communication, and environmental information systems effectively to enhance organisational sustainability and stakeholder engagement.

Transferable, Key or Personal Skills

Communicate clearly, ethically, and persuasively across corporate, governmental, entrepreneurial, and policy-related sustainability contexts.
Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating inclusivity, cultural awareness, and emotional intelligence in professional and environmental settings.
Demonstrate self-awareness, resilience, and adaptability in leadership roles within dynamic sustainability and climate-related environments.
Exhibit a strong commitment to ethical governance, environmental responsibility, social impact, and sustainable business practices aligned with the principles of sustainable development and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Programme Structure

Support for Student Learning

The programme provides comprehensive support to ensure a successful and engaging learning experience:

Academic Support – Online tutorials, workshops, and one-to-one guidance help students develop knowledge, research skills, and assessment strategies.
Technical Support – Access to the online learning platform, digital tools, and software enables effective study, data analysis, and assignment work.
Personal and Professional Development – Mentoring, career services, and skills workshops support leadership, employability, and professional growth.
Inclusive Learning Environment – Support is provided for diverse learning needs, including study skills, wellbeing, and accessibility accommodations.
Feedback and Continuous Improvement – Regular, constructive feedback on assignments, discussion contributions, quizzes, and presentations encourages reflective learning and academic progression.

Programme Structure

The programme requires the successful completion of 180 credits at Level HE7, including a Capstone Project, for the award of the MBA CCPS. It prepares professionals to lead effectively within today’s complex and rapidly evolving global environmental and business landscape, combining rigorous academic study with practical application, interdisciplinary learning, and a global perspective on climate resilience, sustainable development, ethical leadership, and responsible organisational transformation.

Component	Credit Hours
Module One: Global Sustainability Challenges and Strategic Responses	30
Module Two: Digital Transformation, Innovation and Organisational Excellence	30
Module Three: Climate Change Strategy and Sustainable Business Leadership	30
Module Four: Climate Policy and Environmental Governance	30
Capstone Project	60
Total Credits	180

Exit Points

The programme includes exit points, allowing students to leave with a recognised qualification based on the number of credits completed:

Credits Completed	Qualification Awarded	Duration
60	Postgraduate Certificate in Climate Change, Policy and Sustainability	3 months
120	Postgraduate Diploma in Climate Change, Policy and Sustainability	6 months

Exit points provide students with formal credentials even if they do not complete the full programme, recognising the learning achieved up to that stage.

Components of Modules

Module One: Global Sustainability Challenges and Strategic Responses

Globalization, Global Market Place, Development and Sustainability Transitions
Foundations of Sustainability and SD
The Evolution of the Concept of Development in the History of the UN System and the UN 2030 Agenda
Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Strategies
Human Capital for Sustainability: Education and Health Systems
Climate Governance, Environmental Risk, and Corporate Sustainability
Energy Transition: Renewable Energy and the Nuclear Debate
The AI Carbon Footprint: Data Centres, E-Waste, and Resource Scarcity
Sustainable Urban Development, Heritage and Tourism
Accounting and Financial Literacy for Non-Finance Managers

Module Two: Digital Transformation, Innovation and Organisational Excellence

Digitisation and Digital Transformation
Digital Development, Government Transformation and Digital Skills
The Emergence of International Norms on AI and Ethics
AI for SD and SDGs Achievement
Generative AI and the Future of Circular Economy
DS and ML: Predictive Modelling for Environmental Impact
Robotics and Autonomous Systems for Sustainable Manufacturing
FinTech and Digital Financial Systems for SD
Creativity and Creative Entrepreneurship in the Digital Economy
KM and Knowledge-Based Economy

Module Three: Climate Change Strategy and Sustainable Business Leadership

Foundations of Climate Change Science and Business Implications
Climate Risk Assessment and Organisational Vulnerability Analysis
Net Zero Strategy Development and Decarbonisation Planning
Environmental Governance and Corporate Sustainability Leadership
ESG Integration in Strategic Business Decision-Making
Circular Economy Models and Sustainable Resource Management
Climate Policy, Regulation, and International Frameworks
Sustainable Supply Chain Management and Climate Resilience
Stakeholder Engagement and Climate Communication Strategies
Change Management for Sustainability Transformation in Organisations

Module Four: Climate Policy and Environmental Governance

National Climate Policy Development and Implementation Strategies
Environmental Law, Regulation, and Compliance Mechanisms
Climate Governance Structures in Public and Private Sectors
Policy Instruments for Carbon Reduction and Environmental Protection
Ethics, Accountability, and Transparency in Climate Governance
Urban Climate Governance and Sustainable City Planning
Principles of Climate Policy Development and Policy Cycles
Corporate Compliance with Climate Policy and Environmental Standards
Policy Evaluation and Impact Assessment in Climate Interventions
Climate Risk Regulation in Financial and Industrial Sectors

Module Five: Capstone Project

Key Stages of the Capstone Project

Project Proposal Development: Design of a theoretical/experimental or an applied/empirical research proposal addressing a real-world climate change and sustainability challenge.
Literature Review: Critical review of academic, policy, and industry sources on climate change, sustainability, environmental governance, and sustainable business practices.
Methodology Design: Selection of appropriate research or consultancy methods, incorporating environmental data, sustainability analytics, digital tools, and relevant frameworks.
Data Collection and Analysis: Application of qualitative and quantitative methods to generate insights on environmental impact, climate risk, sustainability performance, and organisational behaviour.
Findings and Discussion: Interpretation of results in relation to climate strategy, sustainability outcomes, environmental performance, and organisational resilience.
Conclusions and Recommendations: Development of practical, evidence-based recommendations for organisations, policymakers, or sustainability stakeholders.
Publication and Dissemination: Preparation of the project for professional presentation or publication, demonstrating impact in climate change and sustainability practice.

Assessment

Assessment Strategy

The MBA Climate Change and Sustainability employs a diverse and integrated assessment strategy to evaluate students’ knowledge, cognitive abilities, practical competencies and professional development. Assessment methods include:

Capstone Project: An independent consultancy-style project requiring students to integrate and apply knowledge, skills and competencies developed throughout the programme to address a real-world challenge in climate change, sustainability, or organisational resilience. This demonstrates critical thinking, research capability, problem-solving and professional communication.
Assignments: Written coursework, including essays, case studies, policy evaluations and applied research reports, designed to assess critical analysis, strategic thinking and the application of theory to contemporary climate change, sustainability, environmental governance and responsible business practices.
Discussion Forums: Online contributions and peer interactions used to evaluate engagement, reflective thinking and the ability to articulate and debate ideas in a professional and collaborative environment, particularly in relation to climate policy, sustainable development, environmental challenges and organisational sustainability strategies.
Online Quizzes: Short formative and summative assessments designed to test knowledge, understanding and the application of key concepts in climate change, sustainability management, environmental governance, ESG principles, sustainable innovation and data-driven decision-making.
Presentations: Individual or group presentations used to assess professional communication, strategic insight, leadership capability, problem-solving and the ability to present complex climate and sustainability concepts clearly to diverse audiences, including business leaders, policymakers, regulatory bodies and non-specialist stakeholders.

All assessments are conducted online and submitted through the official learning platform provided to students.

Assessment Policies

All assessments, including capstone project, assignments, seminar forums, online quizzes and presentations, are conducted in accordance with institutional policies, ensuring fairness, transparency and academic integrity.
The programme uses a mix of formative and summative assessments to support learning, provide feedback and allow opportunities for improvement.
Late submissions, plagiarism and other forms of academic misconduct are managed through formal procedures and may affect progression or award classification.
Students are required to meet minimum performance standards across all modules and assessment types in order to achieve the overall qualification.

Grade Bands and Classifications

Final grades are awarded based on aggregated performance across assessments, using a percentage system at LISD.

LISD Grading System

Classification	Percentage Range	UK Grade	GPA (approx.)	Description
Distinction	70–100%	A	3.7–4.0	Excellent
Merit	60–69%	B	3.3–3.6	Very Good
Pass	50–59%	C	2.7–3.2	Satisfactory
Fail	Below 50%	F	0.0–2.6	Fail / Unsatisfactory

Marks Distribution for the Course

Assessment Type	Weighting
Capstone Project	50%
Assignment	20%
Discussion Forum/Presentation	20%
Online Quiz	10%
Total	100%

Assessment Rubrics and Weightings

Capstone Project Rubric (50%)
Word Limit: 5,000 words ±10% (excluding references and appendices)

Criteria	Description
Understanding of Topic	Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the chosen topic, integrating climate change, sustainability, environmental governance, business strategy and sustainable development concepts.
Application to SDGs	Effectively applies relevant UN SDGs, demonstrating clear alignment with climate action, sustainable business practices, environmental stewardship and social responsibility.
Analysis and Critical Thinking	Provides in-depth analysis, critical evaluation and well-reasoned arguments to address a real-world challenge related to climate change, sustainability or organisational resilience.
Project Design and Methodology	Develops a clear and appropriate project plan, including research design, methods, tools and implementation approach relevant to sustainability and organisational contexts.
Innovation and Problem-Solving	Demonstrates creativity and originality in proposing feasible, ethical and sustainable solutions, including the effective use of data-driven approaches, sustainability frameworks and emerging technologies.
Structure and Organisation	Well-structured, with clear abstract, introduction, literature review, methodology, findings, discussion, conclusion and references in Harvard style.
Use of Sources	Uses a wide range of relevant academic, industry, policy and professional sources accurately and consistently.
Academic Writing	Clear, coherent and professional use of English, with an appropriate academic tone and accurate referencing.
Presentation and Communication	Effectively communicates findings and recommendations in a clear, structured and professional manner.

Publication Opportunity: Students who achieve a score of 70% or above in the Capstone Project may be offered the opportunity to work with the academic team to further develop their project for potential publication in a recognised WASD journal, subject to meeting the required academic and editorial standards.

Assignment Rubric (20%)
Word Limit: 2,500 words ±10% (excluding references and appendices)

Criteria	Description
Understanding of Topic	Demonstrates clear knowledge of climate change, sustainability, environmental governance and business management concepts.
Application to SDGs	Effectively links content to the UN SDGs and sustainable development practices.
Analysis and Critical Thinking	Shows logical analysis, evaluation and well-reasoned arguments.
Structure and Organisation	Well-structured, with clear abstract, introduction, methodology (where appropriate), analysis, conclusion and references in Harvard style.
Use of Sources	Uses appropriate academic, industry, policy and professional references accurately.
Academic Writing	Clear, accurate and professional use of English.

Discussion Forum / Presentation – 20%

Discussion Forum

Criteria	Description
Participation	Regular and timely contributions to discussions.
Relevance	Contributions are relevant to climate change, sustainability and programme learning outcomes.
Engagement	Responds constructively to peers, demonstrating collaborative learning.
Critical Insight	Demonstrates thoughtful, analytical and reflective contributions.
Communication	Clear, respectful and professional written communication.

Presentation

Criteria	Description
Content Quality	Relevant, accurate and well-researched content within a climate change and sustainability context.
Application to Practice	Effectively links theory to real-world sustainability challenges, SDGs, climate resilience and strategic organisational decision-making.
Clarity and Structure	Logical flow with clearly communicated key points.
Delivery	Confident, clear and professional communication.
Visual Aids	Effective use of slides or supporting digital materials.

Online Quiz – 10%

Criteria	Description
Knowledge Recall	Demonstrates understanding of key concepts in climate change, sustainability, environmental governance, ESG principles and sustainable business strategy.
Accuracy	Provides correct responses to questions.
Time Management	Completes the assessment within the allocated time.
Consistency	Maintains consistent performance across attempts.

Assessment Submission and Mode of Delivery

All assessments will be conducted online and must be submitted through the official online platform provided to students.
Clear instructions and submission deadlines will be communicated in advance.
Students are responsible for ensuring that all work is submitted in the required format and within the specified timeframe.

Target Participants

The MBA CCPS is a postgraduate degree that provides a comprehensive understanding of contemporary climate science, sustainability management, environmental governance, and sustainable business strategy. It equips professionals with strategic, operational, and analytical expertise to make informed decisions and lead effectively within complex and rapidly evolving global environmental and organisational systems.

The MBA CCPS at LISD integrates the UN SDGs within a climate action and sustainable development context, with a strong emphasis on ethical decision-making, environmental responsibility, climate resilience, and sustainable value creation. Students explore areas such as climate change strategy, sustainable business transformation, environmental data analytics, green innovation, sustainable investment models, climate risk management, and global environmental policy dynamics.

The curriculum is closely aligned with the UN SDGs, preparing graduates to lead organisations, public institutions, and sustainability-focused enterprises with purpose, resilience, and a commitment to ethical, climate-conscious, and socially responsible innovation and sustainable business practice.

Facilitators

The programme will be facilitated by the best experts from all over the world to provide participants within the public and private sectors worldwide with the best scientific and management solutions to implement effective public policy in their organisations to achieve the United Nations 2030 Agenda and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals. The facilitators will be on hand to guide you through the material and will expect you to bring personal experience and reflection on the topics covered. Group work will also be required for participants to engage in the workshop. Such activity allows participants to embed the new knowledge within their experience through active discussion and challenge.

Professor Allam Ahmed (London - UK) is a Professor of Knowledge Management and Sustainable Development; Co-Founder of SMART KM MODEL: An Integrated Knowledge Management Framework for Organizational Excellence and led the implementation of the first of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa Knowledge Management Framework Musharaka. Founding President of WASD; SDGs Universities Initiative; Middle Eastern Knowledge Economy Institute; Fellow Faculty of Public Health, UK; Fellow Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK; and Fellow Academy of World Business, Marketing and Management Development, Australia. Prior to QMUL, Prof. Ahmed spent 15 years at the University of Sussex Science Policy Research Unit (1st science and policy think tank in the UK) where he established and led Sussex’s most successful postgraduate programme MSc International Management.

Professor Liisa Laakso (Helsinki - Finland) Liisa Laakso has acted in different national and international positions of trust including the Finnish Government’s Research and Innovation Council. Currently she is member of the Human Rights Committee of the Council of Finnish Academies. Before joining the Nordic Africa Institute she served as the Rector of the University of Tampere and before that as the Dean at the University of Helsinki, Faculty of Social Science. She was a professor and UNESCO Chair at the University of Jyväskylä in 2004, in the field of Development and International Cooperation.

Dr Gale Rigobert (Saint Lucia - Caribbean) is Former Dean of Academic Affairs at the University of St. Martin (USM), in the Dutch Caribbean. She is the former Minister for Education, Innovation, Gender Relations and Sustainable Development in Saint Lucia (2016-2021). Prior to becoming a parliamentary representative, a position she held on to for over nine (9) years (2011-2021), she was a government senator for a short period, which followed her role as advisor on national development to the Government of Saint Lucia (2010-2011). Dr. Rigobert was appointed Leader of the Opposition in 2013, the first woman to hold such office in the island of Saint Lucia.
Her career path has taken her through the hallowed walls of academia, with her career spanning several countries and institutions: The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago (2002-2010); SPRU, University of Sussex (2009), the United Kingdom; Anton de Kom University, Suriname (2009); the Interdisciplinary Global Development Centre (IGDC), University of York (2021-2022) and now the University of St. Martin.

Dr Joyce Capelli (Brazil) is the President and Executive Director of Instituto Melhores Dias, expert in the formation of collaborative public-private partnerships that leverage the unique skills and resources of corporations, government and community groups to sustain vital education, health and community development programs in Brazil and other countries. She holds a degree in dental sciences, master’s in dentistry, specialization in administration for the third sector, graduated by the Brazilian Institute of Corporate Governance, training in depth psychology.

Dr Mohamed Hassan-Sayed (Southampton - UK) is the Founder and Director of Chemical Engineering programs at the University of Southampton. He is an experienced academic with a demonstrated history of working in higher education and industry for 20 years. Skilled in Chemical and Energy systems, a Chartered Energy Engineer From the Energy Institute and a Chartered Engineer from the Institute of Engineering and Technology as well chartered Manager from the Chartered Management institute. He developed and taught a range of Energy and Chemical Engineering courses at the undergraduate, master's and doctoral levels in Kuwait, Saudi, Egypt and the UK. A strong engineering professional with over 95 publications and several books and contributions; supervised 20 PhD projects to conclusion. A Fellow of the Higher Education Academy in the UK. And several certifications in Engineering Business, Management, and innovation. Mohamed Developed the Energy and Petroleum courses at the Australian College in Kuwait then became an Associate Professor for 6 years at the American University in Cairo, where he helped in developing the Energy and Petroleum engineering courses leading to ABET acerdation and participated in the Education Development Program for Egyptian Universities and has previously taught at Suez Canal University and many other private universities such as the British University in Egypt. He also developed and lead the course in Energy and Petroleum Engineering at the University of Portsmouth for six years achieving accreditation through the Engineering council (energy institute) in the UK.

Professor Arshi Naim (London - UK) is recognised among the Top 2% Scientists globally by Stanford University and Elsevier, is a distinguished academic with over 23 years of experience in business management, digital marketing, higher education, quality assurance, and academic leadership. A prolific researcher, she has published 115+ Scopus-indexed papers in high impact journals and contributed to academic books with leading publishers such as Wiley, Springer, Elsevier, Emerald, Taylor & Francis, IGI Global, Nova Science, and Bentham Science.

Professor Khalid Hasan (Toronto - Canada) is a Canadian marketing scholar, author, and researcher specialising in sustainability, global strategy, and market research. A Harvard-trained strategist, he has authored, co-authored, and edited seven books, including The New Sustainability Edge (2025) (with the Father of Modern Marketing Professor Philip Kotler). His other publications include Strategic Marketing Management in Asia (2026) and Marketing Practices in Developing Economies (2009). Professor Hasan teaches Sustainability, Marketing, and Human Resource Management in North America and South Asia and serves as CEO of ResInt Canada and President of ResInt Sustainability Institute. With over 35 years of experience, including senior leadership roles at Nielsen, he has led research for the World Bank, the U.S. Department of State, USAID, UNICEF, and major global multinational corporations and Fortune 500 companies. He is also a Paul Harris Fellow of Rotary International.

Professor Intisar Soghayroun (Sudan) is the Former Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research in Sudan (September 2019 - October 2021) and Professor of Archaeology at the Department of Archaeology, Faculty of Arts, University of Khartoum(1991-2022). Expert at The Institute of Arabic Manuscripts June 2023 up to present. She has special interest in the theoretical archaeology, Islamic civilization, Archaeology and Museums studies, Ancient technologies, Theatrical Archaeology as well as Gender Archaeology. A research fellow at Bergen University, Norway in 2008 and ST, John’s college/Cambridge University, UK in 2000 and held a number of administrative positions at University of Khartoum such Dean, Faculty of Arts, and Dean, Deanship for Scientific Research. A member of national, regional and international associations of Archaeologists. Also worked as a consultant for a numbers of organizations such as Ethiopia-Sudan Power System Interconnection, Red Sea Power Plant, SMEC International PTY LTD and Consultancy Service for lake Nasser/Nubia Watershed. A member of United Nations General Assembly Science Summit (UNGASS) 2021 up to present.

Professor Joseph Ntayi (Kampala - Uganda) is a Professor at Makerere University Business School and served as the former Dean of the Faculty of Economics, Energy, and Management Sciences at Makerere University Business School (MUBS), a position he relinquished in July 2023. Prior to this, he held several notable positions within the institution, including Dean of the Faculty of Computing and Management Science, Head of the Department of Marketing, Procurement, and Logistics Management. With over three decades of dedicated service to Makerere University, Makerere University Business School, and the government of Uganda, Prof. Ntayi has made significant contributions across various roles in Development Finance, Foreign Trade, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Development Economics, and Strategic Management. Prof. Joseph M. Ntayi is a luminary in both the academic and professional spheres, celebrated for his profound impact as an international scholar, insightful consultant, and pioneering social entrepreneur. Prof. Ntayi has co-authored more than 200 articles for internationally acclaimed journals, covering a wide range of research interests including Development Finance, Development Economics, Microfinance, Energy Economics, Public Sector Procurement, Supply Chain and Logistics, Public Sector Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Positive Psychology, and Public health. In February 2021, 2022, January 2023, and January 2024, Prof. Ntayi received prestigious accolades from the International Scientific Scholars Forum, recognizing him as one of the top scholars in the world and acknowledging his excellence in Business & Management and Strategic Management. Furthermore, he has been recognized as the leading Strategic Management Scientist in Uganda and the Second most prominent in this field across Africa.

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To register/enquire about this course and all our various comprehensive list of courses and workshops and if you have any question and/or if you would like to request a training workshop/program not listed in our portfolio please contact our Academic Director Professor Arshi Naim at: arshi@wasd.org.uk with a copy to admin@wasd.org.uk.

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Registration and Fees

Included in the course fee, the following learning materials will be provided:

Admission to all sessions.
All overhead slides (PDF).
Case studies (print and video).
Full access to WASD Sustainability Library including all volumes of World Sustainable Development Outlook book series.
Certificate of completion.

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The New Sustainability Edge

A landmark guide on how sustainability has shifted from an optional add-on to a core competitive strategy. Kotler and Hasan show how businesses of every size can embed environmental and social responsibility into their DNA — not just to do good, but to drive lasting growth and outpace the competition.

Philip Kotler & Khalid Hasan

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Organization Diagnosis, Design, and Transformation

Practical guide built around the Baldrige Excellence Framework, helping organizations systematically assess their current state, redesign their structure, and lead successful transformation. Now in its Fifth Edition (updated for 2011–2012), it walks leaders through strategy creation, decision-making, feasibility assessment, and the full strategy development process using a structured, step-by-step approach.

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The 13 Key Performance Indicators for Highly Effective Teams

Practical leadership guide that identifies and explores 13 specific, measurable indicators that distinguish high-performing teams from average ones. It provides managers, team leaders, and HR professionals with a clear framework to diagnose team health, track performance, and implement targeted improvements. Drawing on real-world research and case studies, the book covers areas like communication, trust, accountability, and collaboration.

Allam Ahmed, George Siantonas & Nicholas Siantonas

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Smart KM Model: An Integrated Knowledge Management Framework for Organizational Excellence

presents a comprehensive and integrated framework for implementing Knowledge Management (KM) across organizations. The book guides leaders and practitioners through a structured model for capturing, sharing, and leveraging organizational knowledge to drive efficiency, innovation, and sustainable excellence. It bridges theory and practice, making it highly relevant for executives, policy makers, and academics looking to embed a smart knowledge culture within their institutions.

Allam Ahmed & Mohamed Elhag

MBA Climate Change, Policy and Sustainability

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Overview

A One of-a-Kind Initiative

Related Sustainable Development Goals

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Location

Country/Regions

Social Networks

Related Sustainable Development Goals

What will you learn

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and Understanding

Cognitive, Intellectual or Thinking Skills

Practical, Professional or Subject-Specific Skills

Technical or Information Technology Skills

Transferable, Key or Personal Skills

Programme Structure

Support for Student Learning

Programme Structure

Components of Modules

Module One: Global Sustainability Challenges and Strategic Responses

Module Two: Digital Transformation, Innovation and Organisational Excellence

Module Three: Climate Change Strategy and Sustainable Business Leadership

Module Four: Climate Policy and Environmental Governance

Module Five: Capstone Project

Assessment

Assessment Strategy

Assessment Policies

Grade Bands and Classifications

LISD Grading System

Marks Distribution for the Course

Assessment Rubrics and Weightings

Target Participants

Facilitators

Contact Us

Registration and Fees

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