This course examines general issues and strategies related to sustainability and innovation in the current business environment. Using a combination of lectures, a textbook, case studies, podcasts and group presentations, we will explore the concepts related to sustainability and how businesses use innovation as a management process. At the core of sustainable initiatives is innovation. Innovation leads to change. Accordingly, we will look at what, when and why change happens in the open marketplace, and how new ideas evolve from concept to reality. We will look at the challenges of effectively managing the innovation and change process as related to sustainability within organizations.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- The rationale for sustainable development
- Corporate social responsibility and the modern business
- Understanding environmental change: food systems, land management, water, waste, climate, energy
- Sustainability Programs and certifications – Government and independent
- Responsible marketing and branding of sustainable initiatives
- Certification processes and ecolabels
- Innovation and behaviour in small firms
- Business Models and Strategies
- Human interaction with environment – sustainable cities
- Concept of Creativity and Creative thinking
- Innovation Matrix
- Convergent vs Divergent Thinking
- Innovation Teams
- Innovations relationship to Change Management
To learn more about the PLAR pathways for this course review the Bachelor of Hospitality Management Program Content Guide.
Course schedules
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How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.