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4. Introduction to Sustainability in Business

Course Fact File

Code	EG1801
Duration	Part-time 12 weeks.
Teaching Mode	Distance Learning
NFQ Level	Level 8
Fees	€1,500 See Fees and Costs for full details.
Closing Date	31 August 2026
Venue	Online – MS Teams
Credits	5
Start Date	September 2026

Outline

This course provides a foundational knowledge in
sustainability in business and equips learners with the knowledge and tools
needed to understand and respond to contemporary sustainability
challenges. It will provide participants with an in-depth understanding of why
sustainability is now a critical issue for all businesses through stakeholder
expectations, triple bottom line thinking, and the tensions organisations face
when balancing economic, social and environmental priorities. Participants
will examine key environmental and social issues for business, explore how
to prioritise sustainability impacts, and identify sustainability KPIs.
Participants will be to put in place the building blocks of a science-based
sustainability action plan for your organisation.

Schedule Information

Weekly 2-hour sessions. Time and day TBC.

Assessment

Presentation assignment.

Why Choose

This course will help give business professionals a competitive edge in strategy and upcoming legislations.

Who Should Apply

Working professionals who are seeking to upskill in
sustainability.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age by the date of
commencement of the programme;
Hold a Leaving Certificate or QQI Level 5 qualification (or equivalent
qualification);
Have a minimum of 1 year’s professional experience in a business
environment or currently work on a project team or hold a project
administrator / junior project manager role.

Fees and Costs

€1,500 (Cost for eligible learners is €300 with 80% subsidy)

How To Apply

Go to the Springboard website: HEA - Springboard+