Fundamentals of Environmental, Social, and Governance Issues

3 credits · Undergraduate

This course introduces students to the concept of ESG (environmental, social, and governance) issues and the diverse ways environmental, social, and economic sustainability are understood. The knowledge and skills taught in this class borrow from ecology, economics, environmental sciences, psychology, and management disciplines. Students are also exposed to sustainable actions that they can do in their everyday lives. This course lays the foundation for more advanced courses that cover the ideation, design, and implementation of ESG in practice. Prerequisite(s): None